After receiving a Parkinson’s diagnosis, it can be challenging to know what steps to take next. Regardless of your age or the stage of your condition, there are universally beneficial strategies to explore. Some approaches, whether they involve adjusting your...
ave you ever taken a peek at the notes your doctor or healthcare provider jots down during your visit? If you haven’t, you might want to start. These notes can be a treasure trove of insights about your health and a handy reminder of what was discussed. However,...
According to a study published in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a low-fat vegan diet was shown to alleviate joint pain in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis.1 Participants not only reported reduced...
Driving your own car is all about freedom and independence, but as we get older, our bodies change, and health issues can affect how well we drive. These changes can lead to accidents, getting lost, or not following traffic rules, which can be dangerous for us and...
A recent study published on June 4, 2024, suggests that moderate to vigorous physical activity benefits adults susceptible to insulin resistance. Furthermore, these findings reinforce the idea that exercising later in the day may provide significant advantages....
As summer brings longer days filled with swimming, cookouts, and gardening, it also heightens health risks for older adults, who are more susceptible to heat-related issues such as faintness, cramps, swelling, exhaustion, and potentially life-threatening heat stroke....
Your daily habits, from what you eat to how often you text, can significantly impact the health of your joints. Over decades of use, anything you do repeatedly is likely to cause wear and tear. This is especially true for the protective cushion between your bones...
Men’s Health Month aims to raise awareness about preventable health issues and promote early detection and treatment of diseases in men and boys. Did you know that, on average, men die nearly five years earlier than women? One contributing factor is that men are often...
In today’s fast-paced world, fatigue seems to be an all-too-common complaint. Juggling work, family caregiving, and personal responsibilities can leave us feeling drained and depleted. However, in the quest for higher energy levels, many individuals overlook the...
Your mother probably told you this, but you thought she was just making it up. Actually, over the past 40 years, a number of studies have shown negative health effects related to watching TV for hours each day. A recent addition to this collection of studies is...
