Everyone is forgetful now and then. Try boosting your memory with these 6 foods: Cabbage – This is a good source of folic acid (vitamin B9) and is known to help memory problems as it protects the brain. Eggs – Eggs are rich in vitamins B6 and B12. Deficiency in these two essential nutrients has… Read more »
A new study using the Women’s Health Initiative Memory Study suggests that low folate (vitamin B-9) intake might increase the risk for memory loss or dementia later in life. Folate and folic acid are forms of a water-soluble B vitamin. Folate occurs naturally in leafy green vegetables, while folic acid is the synthetic form of… Read more »
We get it. It’s cold and snowy and you want to curl up on the couch and hibernate. But exercise is so important and it doesn’t have to be a chore. By mixing up your workout calendar and maintaining a positive attitude, you’ll be beating the winter slump in no time. Check out these five… Read more »
Your immune system is designed to attack anything in your body that it recognizes as foreign—such as an invading microbe, plant pollen, or chemical. The process is called inflammation. Periodic inflammation directed at truly threatening invaders is actually a good thing and helps protect your health. However, when inflammation persists over time even when you… Read more »
For years, the thought was that cold and flu season happened during the winter months because we’re spending more time inside together in poorly ventilated spaces. However, new research out of Yale University suggests that the frigid winter temperatures may actually be to blame. One in five people carry the rhinovirus – the most frequent… Read more »
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to get completely knocked out by colds, flu and illness while others get through the season with barely a sniffle? It all comes down to your immune system and how well you’ve armed your body in the battle to stay well. Some of these habits might just… Read more »
Heart disease is no longer thought of as a disease affecting only men. In the past, women typically received less aggressive treatment for heart disease and were not referred for diagnostic tests as often. As a result, by the time many women were actually diagnosed with heart disease, the disease was in advanced stages and… Read more »
Health experts say that stress can come with some pretty surprising symptoms—from forgetfulness to nausea to skin rashes. Here are some of the most common side effects of stress: Raises Stroke Risk – If you’re stressed, you may have a higher risk of stroke than your more mellow peers, according to an observational study published… Read more »
When we’re stressed, we eat. It’s the way it is. Our daily stress causes cortisol levels to rise. Cortisol leads to food cravings, especially for carbs and sweets. But unfortunately, the more of them we eat, the worse our mood gets. So, when you’re stressed, instead of reaching for so-called comfort foods, try these stress-relieving… Read more »
Taking daily vitamins and supplements is important. Studies show that basic nutrients can improve everything from markers of aging and heart disease to memory and mood. The right supplement can reduce your risk of heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. But, not all vitamins and supplements are the same. It is important to do… Read more »