health-letter
When going outside for an extended period, one should use a water-resistant, broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. An SPF of 15 is right for shorter times outside.
Eating peanuts and nuts is associated with a reduced risk of dying from any cause, especially heart disease.
It appears that sleep breathing problems are associated with an earlier onset of the decline in thinking skills compared to people who don’t have sleep breathing problems.
I experienced a minute of blurred vision during a headache today. Is that cause for concern?
Does using a microwave to cook ruin the nutrients in food?
Many fall hazards are right in people’s homes. But inexpensive fixes at home can help prevent falls and injuries.
Daily aspirin use has increased among U.S. adults. The most common reasons for taking daily aspirin are prevention of heart attack and stroke.
Changes in memory and thinking skills can be evaluated initially with a mini mental status exam. If the exam indicates possible cognition decline, more thorough neuropsychological testing may be necessary.
Plant-based diets are associated with lower body mass index, a reduced risk of developing cancer, and a lower risk of death from all causes.
To ward off dehydration, healthy people should get 30-to-50 ounces of water per day (about 1-to-1.5 liters), but not all at once. The kidneys lose some ability to eliminate water with age.