It’s common knowledge that our bodies are comprised of cells, however most people are unaware that we also rely heavily on the presence of bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microbes. […]
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In order to study how skin health and disease are related, researchers had to first understand why disease causes us to experience inflammation. When it comes to physical injuries, inflammation is
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Fasting, particularly intermittent fasting, is one of the leading trends in weight loss and fitness. But unlike some popular “fad” diets, this one appears to be here to stay. Several
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Diabetes is a serious disease that affects the body’s ability to properly handle glucose, or sugar, in the blood. In type 1 diabetes, the body is unable to produce any
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Vitamins are essential for proper growth and optimal health. Despite this, our own bodies either can’t make them at all or can’t make enough of them, so we have to
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Resveratrol, a compound most commonly know to be found in grapes and wine, has been hailed in research as a potential future treatment benefiting everything from cellular health to cardiovascular health.
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Resveratrol is powerful phytoalexin, a group of naturally occurring antimicrobial and antioxidant compounds produced by plants, that can be found in red wine, raw cacao, pistachios, peanuts, and dark berries
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It is estimated that 17% of the population over the age of 65 already has a mild cognitive disorder. While age is the greatest risk factor, with Alzheimer’s disease and
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As we age, our risk for a number of health complications increases. Neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s, potentially terminal illnesses such as cancer and heart disease and metabolic disorders such as
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Flavonoids are a diverse group of plant chemicals, known as phytonutrients, that are found in most all fruits and vegetables. While flavonoids have been known to have a number of
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The anti-aging industry pulls in billions of dollars every year with promises of helping people preserve both health and beauty. While beauty products offer to keep us young with creams
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Osteoporosis is a disease where the density of your bones falls to a critical point where they are so weak that even mild physical impact can fracture them. Some people
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A new study published in the journal PNAS has uncovered the biology behind age-related bone loss. Researchers from Zhejiang University in China and the University of Alabama in Birmingham found that a
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One of the largest human microbiota studies ever conducted has found a strong correlation between gut health and healthy aging. According to the study, people who live to 100 have
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Lutein, a carotenoid found in fruits and vegetables, has long been associated with eye health. A new study conducted at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has found that this
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When most people think of a vitamin that contributes to eye health, they think of vitamin A. However, new research reveals that vitamin C may be just as important. Scientists
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Age-related cognitive decline is an unfortunate part of growing older. According to new studies, this cognitive decline in women may begin earlier than previously suspected. For many people, one of
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There is a common assumption that people lose their cognitive abilities as they age. We expect to see our memory, intelligence and brain function slowly decline in our later years. However,
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Americans spend billions of dollars a year on pharmaceuticals. Despite this, we are somehow among the sickest people in the developed world, with high incidences of cancer and other life-threatening
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Do you get enough zinc in your diet? Research on the link between zinc and DNA repair suggests that this metal may be more important to human health than previously
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As we age, it is natural to experience a gradual decline in cognitive function. Although it is normal to experience a certain level of decreased brain function with advancing age,
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Our society as a whole tends to harbor many common misconceptions about the romantic lives of the elderly population. Here, we will examine some opinions to the contrary that serve
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Not only does exercise for men help to develop a strong and aesthetically-pleasing physique, but new research shows it may also have far-reaching positive consequences on general physical and sexual
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Despite food being more plentiful now than it has ever been in human history, many people are suffering from nutrient deficiencies. The modern Western diet of processed foods is low
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Erectile dysfunction is an embarrassing health problem that affects not only a man’s sex life, but often his self-esteem as well. Many men are shocked to find that they can
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Every woman’s experience of menopause is different. While some women have an increase in their sex drive, many report a decreased interest in intercourse. There are many reasons women tend
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When people talk about sex in mid-life and beyond, they usually speak of the physical changes that happen with old age that affect your sex life. However, discussed less frequently
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Society tends to view pregnant women as non-sexual. After all, how could you get in the mood when you’re distracted by all the uncomfortable aspects of pregnancy? However, it is
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Sexuality is a very complex subject, and naturally so is the concept of sexual satisfaction. Sexual satisfaction goes far beyond simply reaching orgasm, although orgasm is very important in and
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The prostate gland is a small, walnut-sized organ in men that surrounds the urethra, which is the tube that carries urine out of the bladder. The main function of the prostate
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Menopause is a permanent cessation of monthly menstruation due to a reduction in the female reproductive hormones estrogen and progesterone. This slowing of production of these hormones begins early on,
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L-arginine is one of 20 amino acids, or building blocks for proteins, in the human body. This means L-arginine is crucial for building muscle and other tissues. Another role that L-arginine plays
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Alzheimer’s is one of the most common causes of death. About one in three seniors have Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia at the time of their death. Dementia takes
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Vaginal atrophy is an uncomfortable condition related to falling estrogen levels that affects many women. There are many effective natural treatments for vaginal atrophy, one of which is having more
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It seems that a majority of people, some seniors included, assume that a decline in sexuality is a universal part of getting older. In general, people rarely think of seniors
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Life after 50 is a time when many women experience greater self-confidence, a better sense of self, and higher levels of life satisfaction. However, for women turning 50, it’s prudent to be
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Although our libido tends to wane as we get older, studies show that at least for women, sex actually gets better with age. This seeming paradox is due to many factors
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Research has shown that pregnant women who are exposed to high amounts of phthalates—chemicals structurally similar to hormones that are found in everything from plastics to personal care products like
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