Finding Dangerous Inflammation with the ESR Test
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test is a common blood test that reveals inflammation in the body. The test measures how quickly red blood cells sink to the bottom of a test tube of blood. Inflammation causes higher amounts of protein in the blood, causing clumping of red blood cells. These clumps are heavier than…
Read MoreVitamin D Deficient? Take Magnesium!
An abundance of research in recent years has shown the fundamental role Vitamin D plays in keeping our bodies healthy. Vitamin D is important for cardiovascular health, bone health, and even for the prevention of various cancers. However, Vitamin D is not produced by the body; it is synthesized by our skin after the skin…
Read MoreThe Effects of Stress on the Immune System
Numerous studies have shown that anxiety, trauma, and chronic exposure to stress have a negative impact on our health. We are all aware of the tragic effects of PTSD on soldiers returning from war zones, but PTSD — or symptoms similar to it — affect many people who have never been to war.. Studies have…
Read MoreAmerican Geriatrics Society Updates List of Risky Medications for the Elderly
Aging is often accompanied by a growing list of illnesses and conditions – and the growing list of the medications that help us control those balances and conditions. However, not all medications are appropriate for seniors. Recently, the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) updated their list of medications that older adults should avoid or use with…
Read More7 Early Signs of Prediabetes
The likelihood of developing a serious disease grows steadily as we age. In order to remain in good health, it is essential to be aware of any physical changes or any signs that may indicate a problem, and to report these changes to our doctors as soon as possible. In 2017, the Centers for Disease…
Read MoreThe Health Benefits of Spirulina
As we age, there are a number of important steps we can take to make our senior years a healthier and happier time for us. These steps can help stave off many of the most devastating conditions we face, including heart attack, stroke, type 2 diabetes, dementia, cancer, as well as other conditions, including weakness…
Read MoreGetting a lot of Sleep? That Could Be Harmful.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have reported that more than one-third of the US population suffers from sleep deprivation. They also warned that sleep deprivation increases the risk of serious, chronic, and life-threatening conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, depression, and cancer. However, new research from McMaster University in Ontario, Canada, and…
Read MoreHospitalization Poses Risks for the Elderly
Although hospitalization is often unavoidable as we age, whether due to illness, disease, or injury, it is important to know that hospitalization itself comes with a series of risks, especially for elderly patients. It is natural for us to think of hospitals as places of healing, where our needs will be taken care of with…
Read MoreThe Facts about Calcium
The benefits of calcium extend beyond strong bones. Heart, muscles, and nerves also need calcium to function optimally. Some studies even suggest that calcium, together with Vitamin D, protect the body against high blood pressure, diabetes, and cancer. How Much Calcium Do I Need? The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) of calcium for men up to…
Read MoreBreakthrough in Treatment of Severe Wounds
Injuries and wounds to the skin often take 4 to 6 weeks to heal, depending on the severity and size of the wound. If a wound does not heal within this timeframe, doctors refer to it is a chronic wound. There are a variety of factors that can cause an individual to suffer from chronic…
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