Well, this poses a challenge for yogis! Yoga has a lot of flex appeal — it can increase strength, improve posture and lower the odds of developing chronic diseases. But a triple-board-certified neurologist warns that some yoga poses can raise the risk of stroke, a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted. … Read more
The plot thickens … New research suggests that we pay a higher price for our high-fat indulgences than previously thought — even just one milkshake can impair blood flow to the brain, increasing the risk of stroke and dementia. “As we’re learning, when it comes to protecting brain health, every meal may count,” researchers Chris Marley … Read more
The kids are alright — on GLP-1s, that is. A new study found that blockbuster treatments like Mounjaro and Zepbound can dramatically lower blood sugar and body weight in children as young as 10 with Type 2 diabetes. The data could help pave the way for younger patients to access the shots, as drugmaker Eli … Read more
CHICAGO — I’m no Bryan Johnson, but I was feeling pretty confident when I strolled into the Northwestern Medicine Human Longevity Clinic in July. I’ve taken several aging tests over the past year to learn how my cells and systems are functioning. One pinpointed my biological age at 29 and another at 36, which is … Read more
You can’t sweet-talk your way out of this devastating disease. A startling new study finds that an estimated 44% of people 15 and older with diabetes are unaware they have the chronic condition, which is characterized by sky-high blood sugar. While Type 1 diabetes often begins in childhood, Type 2 diabetes usually develops later in … Read more
Birthday cakes would need to come with fire extinguishers if these two world leaders have their way. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping were caught on a hot mike this week discussing scientific approaches to dramatically extending human life, renewing the age-old debate about the potential for people to live to 150. … Read more
Smash or pass? One mom thinks it’s absurd for her and her husband to follow his family’s “tradition” and smash their baby’s face into his first birthday cake. Now she’s turned to Reddit’s infamous AITA forum with a post titled, “AITA for telling Husband no to cake smashing” — hoping for backup as she battles … Read more
Total bum-mer! Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in or around the rectum and anus. They can cause pain, itching and bleeding, even as they typically clear up on their own. This frustrating condition affects about half of US adults over 50, sending nearly 4 million Americans to the doctor or ER each year. Don’t do it, … Read more
Carbs have long been seen as an enemy of weight loss — but the right ones can actually help shed fat, build muscle and even keep blood sugar steady, according to a dietitian. “If you’re trying to lose body fat and gain muscle at the same time, one of my all-time favorite hacks is to choose carbs … Read more
This type of cuffing season lasts all year long. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common problem that affects about 48% of US adults. An estimated 70% will experience it at some point in their lives. The “silent killer” damages blood vessels, raising the odds you’ll suffer a heart attack, heart failure, … Read more
As if giving birth isn’t difficult enough, about 14 million women each year lose a significant amount of blood within 24 hours of delivery. “Because a mother’s entire blood volume can pass through the uterus in just eight to 11 minutes at term, heavy bleeding can escalate rapidly,” Dr. Kameelah Phillips, a board-certified OB/GYN and … Read more
You won’t be bitter about this. A weird, warty vegetable is the latest darling of the wellness world, packed with antioxidants, nutrients and a bold flavor that’s not for the faint of heart. While it’s only just now catching on in the US, the gnarly green gourd has been a staple of Eastern medicine for … Read more
Nearly 70% of US adults ages 65 and over are living with hypertension — a significant risk factor for heart disease, the country’s No. 1 killer. For those with high blood pressure, experts suggest exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, quitting smoking, and consuming a nourishing diet. And to make the most of that nourishing diet, experts … Read more
That sip might be doing a number on your bloodwork. Nutritionists are warning that a trendy drink hyped for its health perks could be throwing off your iron levels — raising your risk for anemia and leaving you feeling weak and worn out. But don’t toss your cup just yet. With a few simple changes, … Read more
Tamar Braxton has shared some shocking news. The “All the Way Home” singer took to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday, Aug. 19, to reveal that she “almost died” over the weekend. “I struggled to write this but everyone keeps calling me and honestly, I can’t even really talk anymore I’m so weak,” Braxton, 48, began. … Read more
Apple will bring a blood oxygen measurement feature to some of its watch models via a software update after receiving approval from the US government amid a protracted legal dispute over the technology, it said on Thursday. The move will allow users of Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10, and Apple Watch Ultra 2 in the United States to view … Read more
Chad Michael Murray almost didn’t make it to Hollywood. The “Freakier Friday” actor, 43, revealed he suffered a near-death experience at age 15 that involved an emergency blood transfusion and a lengthy hospital stay. Opening up about the terrifying health scare, Murray — who got his big break as heartthrob Lucas Scott in “One Tree Hill” … Read more
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Let this sink in — a dangerous, salt-obsessed bacterium is wreaking havoc along the Gulf Coast. Several dozen cases of Vibrio vulnificus and nine deaths have been reported so far this year across Florida, Louisiana, North Carolina, Alabama and Mississippi. The rod-shaped bacterium lurks in warm, brackish waters — it can enter your body when … Read more
It’s a lot to digest. About 67,400 Americans will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year, and nearly 52,000 will die from it, according to American Cancer Society estimates. The highly aggressive disease develops from abnormal cell growth within the pancreas, a vital organ that plays a crucial role in digestion and blood sugar regulation. … Read more