High blood pressure may cause brain lesions, Alzheimer’s markers
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High blood pressure or hypertension is linked with increasing the risk for heart disease, kidney disease, and stroke.
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Dealing with tendonitis of the foot and ankle
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Any kind of repetitive motion, overstretching or an injury such as an ankle sprain, can lead to tendonitis with the most common forms being Achilles tendonitis and extensor tendonitis.
Read MoreSensible tips to prevent gallstones
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You can possibly reduce your risk of developing gallstones by making some dietary changes. Here is what you can do:
Read MoreVitamin K’s potential for slowing progression of osteoarthritis
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This is why new studies are showing promise in possible dietary interventions in which vitamin K appears to be the leading nutritional star.
Powerful steps reducing risk of staph infections
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There are more than 30 different types of staph bacteria and the one that usually causes infection is called Staphylococcus aureus.
7 things your nails are saying about your health
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Our nails are collections of dead cells that grow from a root called the matrix hidden just beneath your cuticle, the lighter crescent shaped area at the base.
Read MoreCDC finds “nightmare bacteria” a growing threat across the U.S.
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Inappropriate overuse of antibiotics is and has been a major factor in where infections from methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) to killer Clostridium difficile
Read MorePrevent knee pain by preventing weight gain
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Approximately 69% of adults living in the United States age 20 years and over are considered either overweight to obese. That is a lot of people walking around in pain due to excess weight.
Read MoreBeat spring allergies with simple solutions
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It won’t take long before vegetation will be in full bloom resulting in itchy, watery eyes, a runny nose, sneezing, and coughing that can begin as early as February and can last until early summer.
Read More3-in-1 pill improves chance of lowering blood pressure
/A new study finds a “triple pill” or 3-in-1 medication containing low doses of three drugs – telmisartan, amlodipine, and chlorthalidone – appears promising in lowering high blood pressure.
Read MoreUnderstanding what is lymphedema
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A chronic condition impacting 3 to 5 million Americans is called lymphedema. This painful and uncomfortable swelling of the arms and fingers, which can also be present in the legs and feet, occurs after patients lymph nodes are removed as a necessary part of surgery. I
Read More“Silent” heart attacks – know what to look for
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Silent heart attacks, also known as silent myocardial infaction (SMI), account for almost half (45%) of heart attacks according to research from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) study.
Read MoreShattering the top 8 heart health myths
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here are however, many misconceptions about heart disease and how it affects our health. Here are eight commonly held beliefs that it’s time to clear up the confusion over them:
Read More7 aches and pains not to ignore
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Experiencing pain from time to time is not unusual. A sore back or achy knees are part of what most of us accept the older we get. Generally, pain signifies a pulled muscle, overworked joints, or having taken a tumble bruising ourselves up a bit.
Read More6 surprising ways diabetes may affect your skin
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The phrase “feeling comfortable in your own skin” is usually used figuratively to describe a level of self-confidence.
Read MoreHow atherosclerosis harms our arteries
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Having this condition places us at an increased risk for heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral artery disease as it slowly but surely progresses over the years.
Read MoreKnow the warning signs of appendicitis
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The most common signs and symptoms of appendicitis are:
Read MoreDr. David Samadi to Focus on Men’s Health Topics for the Month of November on Sunday Housecall LIVESTREAM
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Special “Movember” episodes to air every Sunday at 12PM EST on Samaditv.com
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