If there weren’t enough reasons to quit smoking, here is one more. Smoking causes permanent DNA damage, according to the latest research from the American Heart Association. The damage done to DNA can last more than 30 years after a person quits. The study included blood samples from over 16,000 […]
Coffee is a huge part of the American lifestyle, and has lately been the subject of exciting health research. Scientists are just beginning to understand the health benefits of coffee. It has shown in recent research to improve survival rate in colon cancer patients, promote liver health, and even help […]
Beets come in a variety of colors, from red, white to gold. They are a root vegetable, much like carrots, and have a sweet flavor. They can be eaten raw or lightly cooked. Beets are considered a multi-purpose vegetable, because the roots and the leaves are both edible. There are […]
Excess sugar intake is linked to many health problems. Recent research has shown that high sugar intake can greatly increase heart disease risk, and a new MRI technique even confirmed that cancer cells feed on sugar. “A piece of fruit, or even a treat like ice cream, isn’t going to […]
In October of last year, the American Heart Association (AHA) released a report showing that the amount of trans fats Americans eat has declined over the years, but we are still consuming more than is recommended. Trans fats are often found in processed foods, like cookies, pizzas, pastries, pies, and […]
According to a 2013 study published in the American Journal of Public Health, almost 1 out of every 5 deaths in the US is obesity related. While obesity is a risk factor for serious diseases, there is an underlying condition that associates obesity to serious conditions including heart disease — […]
Obesity is an epidemic in America. The Weight Control Information Network reports that two-thirds of American adults and one-third of children and teens are overweight or obese. Weight loss can be difficult, and many struggle to understand what they are doing wrong. “It is important to understand that while exercise […]
Healthy living is a life style and it includes being informed on the latest health news so you can take steps to living a long, healthy life. According to Mayo Clinic, “Heart rhythm problems (heart arrhythmias) occur when the electrical impulses that coordinate your heartbeats don’t work properly, causing your […]
