A Review in The Lancet reveals the importance of healthy lifestyle choices to reduce stressors related to cardiovascular risk factors. Researchers from John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore examined records between 1990 to 2006. They observed how stress affects the sympathetic nervous system, impacts physiology, and the effect it has on the cardiovascular system. Lead author, Daniel Brotman, claims "Acute physical stressors such as sugery, trauma, and intense physical exertion are well known triggers of cardiovascular events. Emotional stressors are increasingly recognized as precipitants of such events." Read more about Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems
The thyroid gland lies in front of the neck and has two lobes connected by an isthmus. It is an endocrine organ whose responsibility is to secrete a hormone that controls the body's growth and metabolism. Read more about The Thyroid
In this animation we will show the different types of adult teeth. What actually causes tooth decay and how that process can be prevented? Read more about Types of Teeth and Tooth Decay
A new study provides discouraging evidence a drug used for Alzheimer's to stem the progression of the disease may not be effective in the long run. The recently developed drugs called acetylcholinesterase inhibitors held a lot of hope. And studies have shown they do work at first. But this study shows the drug does not stop the progression of the disease at all, questioning their long-term and overall benefit. Read more about ALZHEIMER'S DRUG FAILURE
You might be taking calcium to protect your bones, but did you know you’re getting a double benefit from the supplement? Calcium protects you against colon polyps. There are now several studies that show calcium and vitamin D do indeed work to prevent colon polyps. The latest research shows that colon polyps are the most dangerous types of polyps--those that are most likely to turn cancerous. Read more about COLON POLYPS AND CALCIUM
