Can vitamin D lower cholesterol?
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble nutrient that’s essential to your health. It’s commonly known as the “sunshine vitamin” because you can get it from sunlight…
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Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s during the COVID-19 outbreak: 5 tips
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease during the pandemic brings about challenges, especially given the social distancing measures …
7 high cholesterol foods that are super healthy
For years, you’ve been told that high-cholesterol foods increase the risk of heart disease. However, many recent studies have shown that this isn’t …
Service dogs that can monitor their owners’ diabetes
Overview Hypoglycemia unawareness is a common — and dangerous — condition that can develop in those with type 1 diabetes. This condition means you don…
What is a heart murmur?
A heart murmur is an unusual sound that your doctor may hear when listening to your heart. It’s usually described as a swishing or blowing sound. He…
How parents can get kids with ADHD prepared to start school
Many preschoolers with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) — or symptoms of it — are much less likely than their peers to be ready for scho…
Is high blood pressure in older age inevitable?
Almost half of American adults have high blood pressure. The older you are, the more likely you are to develop it. The American Heart Association…
Learn to recognize the signs of a stroke
Why it’s important A stroke, also known as a brain attack, occurs when blood flow to the brain stops, and the brain cells in the area begin to die. A …
How to get rid of acne
All about acne Nobody likes acne. A poorly timed pimple can ruin a photo op and severe acne can cause serious damage to self-esteem. There are a milli…
Humidity and asthma
Overview For most of us, a humidity of 30 to 60 percent feels comfortable. Anything over this range is usually considered humid. The higher…