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by Wellness Editor Anyone who has bouts of temporary or chronic anxiety is not alone. Millions of people suffer from anxiety, due to either situational, physical, physiological or mental health challenges. Some people deal with their anxiety as best they can, on their own, others see a doctor, who might prescribe a drug such as Valium, Xanax or an anti-depressant. These drugs might do well at reducing the more immediate... 4/14/2025 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor This information is especially important for anyone who has a family member with a heart problem or is at risk for heart problems.You probably know about the defibrillators doctors use. You’ve seen them on TV. The doctor yells, “Clear!” and places paddles on the chest of someone having a heart attack, shocking their heart into beating once again. It is actually very similar in real life. Generally... 12/6/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Arsenic is in your food. It can be found in rice, vegetables, and fruit, as well as in juices, wine, and even water. Over the years, research has found that too much arsenic can be toxic to your health --- but just how poisonous is it? While some websites and articles use the presence of arsenic as a scary-sounding alarm to get your attention, a little arsenic in your wine or vitamin supplements isn’t... 12/9/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Joel Fuhrman, M.D. It is never too late to eat better. Research shows that your diet is the most important factor for good health. As a physician, I have seen thousands of patients who have spent a lifetime eating the wrong foods. When they transform their diet, their health is remarkably transformed. Eating healthfully isn’t deprivation. When you eat low-calorie, high-nutrient foods, you can eat abundantly. A diet with... 3/6/2025 5:00:00 AM
by David Samadi Dr. David Samadi, world renowned prostate cancer surgeon and urologic oncologist, comments on new research showing that consuming more than 3 cups of Italian-style coffee daily might possibly reduce the risk of prostate cancer by more than half when compared to consuming between 0-2 cups daily.It may be time for men to consider switching to Italian-style coffee as a means of reducing their risk of... 4/11/2025 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Which would you trust more with your life: a human or a machine? AI is everywhere, and it is starting to be used more in medicine, too. The US Food and Drug Administration approved artificial intelligence (AI) software that can interpret medical images without the help of a doctor. An Eye for an EyeIDx-DR, developed by IDx LLC, is software that has shown it can identify diabetic retinopathy in special... 1/9/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Jill Sodini Choosing Quality Instead of QuantityWhen I was working for a health insurance company early in my career, there was a period of time when we used the tag line “live longer better.” I thought this was great because there were endless amounts of studies that said by adopting healthier habits lifespan could be increased or risk of death could be decreased by certain percentages. I later came to realize... 3/31/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Some people have a genetic predisposition that will at some point impact their blood pressure readings. Others have problems due to diet, weight or other medical factors. The good news is there are some things you can do to lower your blood pressure without necessarily relying on medications. Potassium-Rich FoodsAdd foods rich in potassium to your regular diet. Potassium helps to regulate your blood... 4/16/2025 4:00:00 AM
by Tracy Dudley With heart disease being the world's leading cause of death, accounting for more than 25% of all deaths, everyone should reevaluate their diet. Eating the wrong foods could increase your cholesterol and blood pressure levels, thereby paving the way for heart disease. However, eating more of the following 7 foods will have the opposite effect and will help promote a healthy heart. #1) Almonds With a... 3/11/2025 4:00:00 AM
by Joi Bellis Do you feel tired and lethargic regardless of the time of day? Are you constantly reaching for a cup of coffee to keep yourself going for a few more hours? If you answer yes to either of these questions, then there is a good chance that you are suffering from daily fatigue. Fortunately for you, you don’t have to continue this way anymore. By adopting a few simple lifestyle changes you can enjoy high... 3/25/2025 4:00:00 AM
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