High blood pressure: Reduce cheese intake to lower blood pressure readings

Dec 13, 2019 09:15 am UTC| Health

Christmas is over a week away and many are already in the midst of planning and preparing the meals for the festive season. However, for those who suffer from high blood pressure or hypertension, too much of a certain type...

Weight loss: Experts recommend fiber supplements to lose weight

Dec 13, 2019 09:15 am UTC| Health

The new year is approaching and many will most definitely be making the resolution to lose weight. Diet and exercise are two of the biggest factors in weight loss, but supplements can help it along as well, and a new...

Living longer: Living in this capital can increase life expectancy

Dec 13, 2019 09:15 am UTC| Health

When it comes to living a longer, healthier life, there is no definitive answer but a series of factors do come into play. A new report reveals that living in this certain capital can increase a persons life...

In its anti-'Medicare for All' push, the health insurance industry pulls from an old playbook

Dec 13, 2019 07:24 am UTC| Insights & Views Law Health

As a debate continues to rage within the Democratic Party over Medicare for All, the health insurance has quietly girded itself to fight the elimination of for-profit health care. In the summer of 2018, trade groups...

Sore throat: 'Severe' sore throat may indicate glandular fever

Dec 12, 2019 07:30 am UTC| Health

Sore throats are usually not a major concern, as there are many remedies for this condition. However, as the months get colder and the illness known as the flu is about to wreak havoc on many places, a severe sore throat...

Type 2 Diabetes: Black tea can help lower blood sugar

Dec 12, 2019 07:30 am UTC| Health

It may seem like a challenge to figure out what to eat or drink to keep the blood sugar levels down, especially for those who suffer from type 2 diabetes. One drink has recently been reported to help keep blood sugar...

Dementia: Drinking coffee can help lower the risk of the disease

Dec 12, 2019 07:30 am UTC| Health

Dementia is a neurological disease that mainly affects the elderly. A recent finding shows that one everyday drink can help lower a persons risk of developing the condition. Although the exact cause of the disease has...