TUESDAY, Aug. 31 (HealthDay News) — Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and low in saturated fats can significantly lower the risk of heart attack for people with mildly elevated blood pressure, Johns Hopkins University researchers say. The diet they examined — called the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches …

Tests and diagnosis in schizophrenia When doctors suspect someone has schizophrenia, they typically ask for medical and psychiatric histories, conduct a physical exam, and run a battery of medical and psychological tests and exams. These tests and exams generally include: Laboratory tests. These may include a complete blood count (CBC), other …

10 Food Side Effects You May Not Know When you feel like eating something, what comes to mind first? For me it’s the purely the taste. Then my inner-brain kicks in and thoughts of portion size, calories, fats, & sugars, slowly convince me to make a smart choice. Weight gain …

High meat consumption and the expanding use of grain as feed can cause damage in the human realm. Medically, nutritionists believe that a diet rich in animal products contributes to a variety of maladies. Economically, middle-income developing countries that have attempted to provide urban dwellers with cheap meat too often …

Overview Thyroid.org describes the thyroid gland as a butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower front of the neck. It makes hormones that help each cell in the body to work right. Thyroid function tests are used to tell how well the thyroid is working. They are used to help diagnose …

Overview The thyroid gland is a small, 2-inch gland located in the front of the neck, just below the voice box. It has a butterfly-shaped appearance and consists of two lobes. The Baptist Health Systems reports that approximately 14 million people in the U.S. suffer from thyroid dysfunction, and thyroid …

There are several things you can do on your own to keep an active sexual life. Remember that sex does not have to include intercourse. Make your partner a high priority. Pay attention to his or her needs and wants. Take time to understand the changes you both are facing. …

some causes of sexual problems as we age Illness, disability, or the drugs you take to treat a health problem can affect your ability to have and enjoy sex. But, even the most serious health problems usually don’t have to stop you from having a satisfying sex life. Arthritis. Joint pain …

7 suggestion  to reduce back pain with massage 1 Use only massage therapists who received their training from schools accredited by the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork and have completed 500 hours of training (see Resources below). Check with your state to see if it requires that …

What is acne? What are the different types of acne? Acne (acne vulgaris, common acne) is not just a problem for teenagers; it can affect people from ages 10 through 40. It is not unusual for women, in particular, to develop acne in their mid- to late-20s, even if they …

Remove your acnes by these suggestion Think back to the three basic causes of acne and you can understand why the focus of both home treatment and prescription therapy is to (1) unclog pores, (2) kill bacteria, and (3) minimize oil. But first a word about… Lifestyle: Moderation and regularity …