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Apr 11, 2022 … SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS, France — It’s no secret that choosing not to smoke is healthier than picking up a cigarette nowadays. However, new research has actually quantified how many more “good years” smokers with heart disease can expect to gain if they quit. Researchers say kicking the habit adds the exact same amount of heart disease-free…

Apr 07, 2022 …  BATON ROUGE, La. — A “fountain of youth” pill could be on the horizon as scientists say they have found a chemical compound that reverses the effects of aging and obesity in mice. Researchers from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center found that BAM15 had a significant impact on the health of older and obese…

Apr 01, 2022 … ‘The findings were distinct and profound, and undeniably a result of the infection,’ study authors warn NEW ORLEANS — COVID-19 started as a serious threat to the lungs, but it’s become just as synonymous with brain issues throughout the pandemic. Now, a new study is revealing exactly how the virus damages the central nervous system. Researchers…

Mar 31, 2022 … DALLAS, Texas — Eating a single avocado a week can make a noticeable difference in your heart health, a new study finds. Researchers found that as little as two servings of the trendy fruit weekly lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease. Specifically, substituting avocado for certain fat-containing foods – such as cheese, butter, or processed…

Mar 29, 2022 … WASHINGTON — Spirituality may be the best medicine for people with heart problems, a new study finds. Researchers at Duke University say it can improve the quality of life for heart failure patients. Numerous studies have shown that spirituality can help improve quality of life for people with chronic diseases such as cancer. The new…

Mar 27, 2022 … CHICAGO — Statins, the common drug taken to help lower cholesterol, could also slash the risk of Parkinson’s disease by more than 15 percent, according to a new study. Researchers at Rush University in Chicago say the medication may protect older people from brain disorders, as well as reducing the chances of them suffering a…

Mar 24, 2022 … WASHINGTON — Coffee drinkers, rejoice! Drinking two or three cups a day could add years to your life by keeping your heart healthy. Researchers found that the world’s most popular beverage lowers the risk of heart disease and dangerous heart rhythms — helping people live longer. The study reveals this benefit applies to both healthy…

Mar 21, 2022 … NEW ORLEANS, La. — A nasal spray containing specialized fatty acids may be the answer to preventing Alzheimer’s disease, a new study finds. Researchers say the treatment successfully stopped memory loss and brain degeneration in an experimental model of Alzheimer’s — the most common form of dementia in older adults. The team from LSU Health New…

Mar 18, 2022 … DALLAS, Texas — Standing up and moving around may be good suggestions to keep you active, but if just getting to your feet sends your blood pressure soaring, you may be at risk for a heart attack. Researchers with the American Heart Association say young and middle-aged individuals who see their blood pressure rise quickly…

Mar 18, 2022 … DÜSSELDORF, Germany — COVID-19 patients now have another thing to worry about after their infection — type 2 diabetes. A new study reveals people suffering from a mild case of coronavirus still ended up at higher risk of developing the condition. An analysis of the health records from more than 1,000 German doctors found people…

Mar 18, 2022 … OTTAWA, Ontario — Having a “heart of gold” may literally be the ticket to a longer life. Researchers at the University of Ottawa have created a gold spray which can repair a damaged heart and may one day help treat cases of cardiovascular disease. This innovative technique sprays extremely tiny particles of gold and peptides on…

Mar 17, 2022 …  BOSTON — Could chowing down on chocolate be the key to stopping heart disease? Not exactly, but a new study finds a key extract in cocoa does significantly reduce the chances of dying from cardiovascular problems. Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital found that consuming cocoa flavanols lowered the risk of cardiovascular death by 27…

Mar 16, 2022 … NEWCASTLE, United Kingdom — The window people have to live a happy and healthy life is getting bigger. A new study reveals the average person’s “healthspan” is going up, meaning they’re living for more years free of disability during old age. A team from Newcastle University adds that even people with chronic health conditions are enjoying…

Mar 15, 2022 … Yogurt can make for a delicious breakfast or lunch, and a healthy one at that. The creamy dairy product is a good source of protein, calcium, vitamins, and probiotics. Yogurt is a favorite among nutritionists and health experts because it pairs well with other healthy foods like fruit, oatmeal or granola. And of course, it’s…

Mar 15, 2022 … CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — If an obese woman is struggling to become pregnant, it’s common for doctors to suggest losing some weight. Unfortunately, a new study finds losing weight alone fails to provide any fertility benefits. Importantly, however, exercise regardless of weight loss does appear to offer some fertility upsides. Study authors from the University of Virginia…

Mar 15, 2022 … BALTIMORE — Perfecting complex movements, like playing an instrument or tying your shoes, all come down to one thing — practice, practice, practice. What makes this process interesting is the way our brains put their own little flair on these repetitive tasks. Now, a new study involving “dancing” rats is revealing just how the brain…

Mar 15, 2022 … DUBLIN, Ireland — How bad is “bad cholesterol” when it comes to heart health? A new study finds the link between the two may not be as strong as many doctors have thought. In fact, a team from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) says taking cholesterol-lowering statins appears to do very little to…

Mar 12, 2022 … Nuts are rich in nutrients including unsaturated fatty acids, protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other healthy plant compounds. They can be enjoyed whole, as nut butters, or chopped up and sprinkled on food. When it comes to nuts, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy them, be it salted, unsalted, seasoned, plain, raw, or roasted.…

Mar 05, 2022 … DALLAS — Sleep has been especially hard to come by for countless people over the past two years, which is certainly understandable. Between an ongoing pandemic and seemingly unrelenting inflation, there’s no shortage of topics to keep us up at night lately. You’ve probably already heard that exercising can help improve sleep issues, but now research…

Mar 03, 2022 … NEW ORLEANS — Enjoy a glass of vino with your meal every now and again? Turns out you might be doing your body good. Researchers from Tulane University report that drinking wine with dinner could help stave off diabetes. Compounds in grape skin combat the metabolic disease by reducing blood sugar levels, say scientists. But…

Mar 01, 2022 …  SENDAI, Japan — Bigger muscles may be the key to a longer life. According to a study out of Japan, lifting weights at the gym or even doing some heavy lifting around the house for just 30 minutes a week cuts the risk of dying early by up to a fifth. Prior studies show that…