The rate of people that are being diagnosed or have died by cancer in the United States is stable or decreasing for both men and women, according to a new report. “For the main cancers, it’s really pretty much good news, incidence and mortality is decreasing,” said Recinda Sherman, one of the authors of the new study, from the North American Association of Central Cancer … [Read more...]
Folic Acid Lowers Stroke Risk, Study Shows
One in three American adults have high blood pressure. Scientists discovered that getting plenty of B vitamin folate could lower odds of having a stroke. A study suggests that high blood pressure can be reduced by folate, a compound found in green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits and beans. In the United States, folate is also added to pasta, rice, cornmeal and most grain … [Read more...]
The Health Hazards of Wearable Computers
Some researchers and consumers have raised a question about if wearable computers can be considered harmful for humans if used for a long period of time. Cellphones discharge low levels of radiation, and scientists said, in some studies, that the extended use could lead to cancer, brain tumors and other health problems. In the same time, huge corporations like Samsung or … [Read more...]
The Mediterranean Diet Is The Best Diet For Your Heart
A large-scale study conducted on more than 2,500 people revealed that the Mediterranean diet cuts the chance of developing a heart disease by 47 percent compared to similar adults who didn't follow the diet. According to the research, following a Mediterranean diet is more beneficial to the heart than physical activity. The study was conducted in Greece and points out the … [Read more...]
