Author: Pie Mulumba
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Does Racism Increase Risk of Heart Disease in Black Women?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there has been a decline in both heart morbidity and mortality. Despite this, the rate of heart disease remains high amongst certain demographics. With rates of heart disease being higher amongst African Americans, research into these racial disparities continues to grow. A new study points…
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Air Pollution Is Increasing The Risk of Osteoporosis in Women
According to statistics, the global prevalence of osteoporosis was 18.3%. The condition is more predominate in women, with it affecting 200 million women worldwide. The condition impacts both bone mineral and bone mass, causing a decrease in bone strength and a significant increase in fractures, with osteoporosis causing fractures every 3 seconds. Postmenopausal women are…
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Try These 5 Sleeping Habits To Boost Your Longevity
In case you haven’t heard, sleep is pretty important for your overall health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 1 in 3 adults are not meeting the recommended seven hours of sleep a night. There is a pretty strong emphasis on getting enough hours of sleep a night. However, a recent…
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Menopause: 9 Supplements To Help You Manage Symptoms
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] Menopause isn’t always easy. The effects that come with the hormonal transition can…
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How Does Fasting Help To Improve Skin Health and Prevent Aging?
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]We all know that we are what we eat, but when we eat can…
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Bruce Willis Diagnosed With Frontotemporal Dementia at 67
If someone asks you to name an action star from the 80s or 90s, you’ll probably mention Bruce Willis. In March last year, the actor’s family revealed Willis’ diagnosis of the brain disorder aphasia. Since the reveal, the family had kept a relatively low profile until this past Thursday. The family released a statement revealing…
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Pioglitazone: Diabetes Drug Cuts Dementia Risk in Half
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]According to world estimates, the number of dementia cases is expected to surpass 150 million by 2050.…
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Cutting Calories May Reverse Aging and Boost Longevity, Says Study
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] As the world’s population continues to age, researchers are looking for ways in which we can…
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Australia Becomes First Nation To Allow Medical Use of Magic Mushrooms and MDMA
In recent years, the opinion of psychedelic drugs has shifted, especially with growing research suggesting their potential as health-improving medicines. Now, in a groundbreaking decision, Australia recently announced that as of July 1st, it would legalize the use of psilocybin and MDMA – for health conditions of course. Australia Officially Recognizes and Legalizes Psychedelics as…
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Psilocybin: You Can Now Legally Use Magic Mushrooms in Oregon
On the first day of 2023, the state of Oregon officially legalized the adult use of psilocybin – a natural compound found in magic mushrooms, responsible for the psychedelic effects or “trip” that users experience. In 2020, Oregon passed a ballot that allowed the Oregon Health Authority to license and regulate the manufacturing, transportation, and…