Future of Healthcare. Healthcare as an industry is changing through technology, medical and research innovations, physician reform and hospital re-organizations. Dr. David Samadi will explore long term issues, debates innovations directly influencing the healthcare industry and what both healthcare professionals and patients need to know.
We all know a person who effortlessly seems to always stay in shape. Their weight hardly fluctuates, they appear to eat whatever they want, and they rarely talk, complain or obsess over their looks.
Read MoreDehydration is a condition that occurs when the body loses more fluids (mostly water) that it takes in. Dehydration causes more water to leave our bodies than we take in through water consumption. It is normal for us as humans to excrete a certain amount of water each day.
Read Moret turns out that winter brings more than just cold temperatures, ice, and snow. We know that cold weather can cause influenza, frost bite, and even Raynaud’s disease. The winter also comes with a lack of sunshine and vitamin D which can lead to depression. But heart problems? Many people may not know that cold weather can actually have an impact on your heart health and lead to heart problems. This is significant because heart disease in the number one killer of men and women in the United States.
Read MoreGinkgo biloba has been used medicinally for over 5000 years. Originally extracts were used to treat pulmonary diseases, such as bronchitis and asthma. More recently, however, ginkgo has been favored to prevent memory loss and dementia. It is believed that flavonoids within the plant are responsible for its proposed medicinal effects, with over 40 different flavonoids have been isolated from leaves from the ginkgo tree.
Read MoreTips to improve your immune system Relax more. Research shows that more stress can weaken your immune system. Try to avoid stress when you can. Make it a priority to find ways to relax and more things you enjoy.
Read MoreArginine is an amino acid (L-arginine) that is made by the body and obtained from diet; necessary for the body to make proteins. It is found in many foods that have protein – therefore, deficiencies are rare. Arginine-rich foods include red meat, fish, poultry, wheat germ, grains, nuts and seeds, and dairy products. As a natural dietary supplement, arginine has received a lot of attention lately for its potential heart benefits.
Read MoreSleep apnea refers to repeated episodes of complete or partial blockage of the upper airways while you are sleeping. When the airways get blocked, your body and the muscles of your diaphragm and chest, work harder to pull air into your lungs. Sleep apnea is characterized by a stopping and starting of breathing. And this stop, start can happen up to 30 times or sometimes even more per hour. For most suffering from sleep apnea, breathing stops when the airway collapses, blocking the flow of air to and from the lungs. This disorder is potentially serious, and can interfere with sound sleep.
Read MoreNight shift work has been associated with sleep disorders, increased risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease for a long time. Now that the New Year is upon us, one of the most beneficial resolutions we can adhere to is getting enough sleep, for a longer and healthier life.
Read MoreA new electronic drug capsule engineered to deliver medications directly to the colon could potentially offer a more effective and cheaper option for treating people with gastrointestinal conditions, according to researchers at Purdue University in Indiana.
Read MoreThe best way to reduce your risk for obesity, prevent obesity, or get your obesity under control is to exercise regularly, eating a healthy diet, knowing your triggers that make you want to eat more than you should, checking your weight on a regular basis, and learning how to live a healthy lifestyle that lasts for the rest of your life instead of just temporarily. But now staggering new statistics about the obesity rates in America by state have been released. Read on.
Read MoreAnti-inflammatory drugs are some of the most common drugs taken every day. We have all taken them at some point, including Advil, Aleve, and Ibuprofen. These medications are also known as NSAIDs, or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. They are commonly used to help with things like pain, fever, and muscle cramps. However, there have been studies popping up saying that NSAIDs are linked to an increased risk of conditions like heart attacks, stroke, kidney failure, and stomach ulcers.
Read MoreA new HIV preventative medicine called Truvada seems to be working better than people thought. New research around this medicine says so. Over 1.2 million Americans are estimated to have HIV. New research finds that HIV may be able to be prevented in some people with a daily pill. New pill called Truvada has been shown to reduce the risk of HIV infection in people who are at high risk by up to 92%.
Read MoreAn international debate has sparked among experts regarding the long-term health effects of patients taking antidepressants. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreAre we taking too many over-the-counter drugs in America? And do we even pay attention to the health risks or warnings? You may be surprise to find that it's quite possible to overdose on these types of medications, especially if you're not educated on the proper dosage. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreAmericans are getting bigger and in this case bigger is not better. New research from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention has revealed staggering data of the realities of weight in America. Here are some of the key findings.
Read MoreA new study Published in journal Addiction found that in England, children's exposure to second-hand smoke has declined by ~ 80% since 1998.
Read MoreIs the future here? No more smoking indoors, period. That is if you live in Beijing. News broke this week of Beijing’s recent implementation of the strictest tobacco regulations to date, banning smoking from all indoor public places, including hotels, bars, restaurants and offices.
Read MoreLiberian officials have declared that with 42 days free of Ebola, that the country may be rid of this disease. However, scientists and health officials are monitoring any effect that may spark a relapse. New findings support that the ebola virus may be living in semen for many days after.
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