MEDICINE & HEALTHOther than contrasting perspectives about current situations and the future, optimists and pessimists also have significant differences in health.
Doctors at an Ohio hospital have reported that incidents of 'broken heart syndrome,' or the stress cardiomyopathy, have increased during the pandemic. Doctors believe that it reflects a temporary weakness in the heart due to the surge of stress hormones.
Not into exercising? Passive stretching might be the solution perfect for you. A recent study has determined that just 12 weeks of passive stretching could improve blood flow and dilate arteries. Experts believe this practice could be of help, particularly during the coronavirus lockdowns.
A study found that more than 50% of cancer deaths resulting from people drinking within the government guidelines. Also, 38% of alcohol-related deaths were people who drank below the moderate guidelines.
Scientists have discovered a rare and tiny bone in front of the heart of chimpanzees. The os cordis, which can sometimes be found in humans, is said to be linked to heart disease. Click the link above to learn more.
Stroke, heart failure, and cognitive dysfunction are just some of the possible diseases and illnesses that COVID-19 survivors may develop after successfully fighting the deadly disease.
Scientists have found that drinking filtered coffee has health benefits and can fight off heart disease. By filtering the cholesterol in coffee, they even suggest that drinking filtered coffee is better than not drinking coffee at all. Interested to learn more? Click the link above to read the whole story.
Fried foods may be delicious, but they can be the cause of early death A new research that was published in The BMJ states that eating fried chicken regularly could increase the risk of early death.
Study shows that if you want to live longer, start monitoring your cholesterol levels. A new study says that to prevent any heart problems later in life, people who are 45 years old and younger with higher levels of bad cholesterol needs to make changes with their exercise and eating habits, or even talk to their doctor and nutritionist about medications such as statins.
Humans drink milk even through adulthood, but is it really healthy? Humans have an unusual relationship with milk. We still drink milk even after we start eating more complex foods.
People with anxiety needs to be treated immeidatley as new study shows that overthinking and stressing can cause early death. It can cause fatal heart attacks or stroke.
Whether it is their lifestyle or their diet, many children all over the world are dying because of cardiovascular diseases and the rate continues to increase at an alarming rate.