Category: Health

  • Adding These Foods to Your Diet Could Significantly Lower Inflammation

    Millions of Americans suffer from chronic inflammation, and finding relief from it can be difficult. However, given that inflammation is a cause of so many medical conditions, including arthritis, asthma, and heart disease, it’s worth finding lifestyle changes that may ease symptoms. According to one study, a helpful addition could be incorporating more fermented foods…

  • Phone App Effectively Identifies Deadly Heart Attacks, Study Finds

    Phone App Effectively Identifies Deadly Heart Attacks, Study Finds

    Could your smart phone really save you from a heart attack someday? Recent research suggests that it can — if you have the right app on your mobile device, that is. A November 2018 study, presented at the American Heart Association’s 2018 Scientific Session in Chicago, found that the AliveCor app has nearly the same…

  • This Common Type of Mushroom Boosts Immune Health and Helps Regulate Blood Pressure

    This Common Type of Mushroom Boosts Immune Health and Helps Regulate Blood Pressure

    What’s not to love about mushrooms? They add a delicious umami flavor to just about any savory dish and fare beautifully on their own — whether they’re roasted, sauteed, grilled, or tossed into soup. The best part? You don’t have to go out of your way buying fancy varieties to reap important health benefits. Research…

  • 3 Smells “Down There” That You Shouldn’t Ignore

    3 Smells “Down There” That You Shouldn’t Ignore

    At first, it might seem embarrassing for you to have a scent coming from “down there.” But more often than not, having a slight vaginal smell is normal and nothing to be concerned about. However, there are a few notable exceptions, and in situations like these, this is not the time to cover the smell…