Opioids and Stroke Risk: A Growing Concern
As the abuse of injected heroin and other addictive opioids continues to spread across the United States, heart experts are sounding the alarm about an escalating danger: strokes resulting from infect...
As the abuse of injected heroin and other addictive opioids continues to spread across the United States, heart experts are sounding the alarm about an escalating danger: strokes resulting from infect...
Papayas, a tropical fruit native to Central America, boasts a plethora of health-enhancing nutrients, making them a nutritional powerhouse worth incorporating into your diet. Rich in essential vitamins and minerals, papayas offer a range of hea...
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for individuals with diabetes, who face double the risk of experiencing a heart attack. Despite advancements in managing other complications related to diabetes, reducing cardiovascular risk ...
As scientists delve into the impact of diet on overall health, they discover that many everyday foods offer remarkable benefits beyond merely enhancing flavors. Among these superfoods is garlic, which is gaining recognition for its health-boost...
High-fat, low-carb ketogenic ("keto") diets are gaining recognition as practical tools for combating obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
According to Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., a nutritionist and expert on diet and weight loss, keto diets have d...
Researchers have found that the amount of sleep an individual gets can impact their risk of stroke, with race also playing a role in this relationship. The study revealed that both too little and too much sleep can influence stroke risk, but th...
A recent study published in BMJ has shown that the widely used painkiller diclofenac is linked to a higher risk of major cardiovascular events, including heart attacks and strokes.
Diclofenac, classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory d...
Making a few simple changes to your diet can significantly impact your blood sugar levels and weight.
Instead of consuming one can of Coke, which contains 39 grams of sugar in the form of high fructose corn syrup, opt for sparkling water fla...
Emerging research suggests that indulging in a few bites of dark chocolate may lead to a slight and temporary improvement in vision quality.
Dark chocolate's heart-healthy compounds, known as flavanols, positively affect eyesight, particular...
Low-carb diets evoke mixed feelings in me. On the one hand, I have observed that many patients who struggle with adhering to other diets succeed with low-carb approaches.
However, I hesitate to recommend them to individuals already diagnosed...