Scientists have found a link between consumption of a daily portion of unprocessed red meat as part of a Mediterranean diet and a reduction in brain changes that precede MS. Should unprocessed red meat feature in the diet of those at high risk of MS? Around 1 million adults in the United States live with… Read More »
According to a study, Tai Chi exercises could help to reduce risk of falls in stroke survivors. According to the researchers, learning how to find and keep your sense of balance after having a stroke can be a challenge. Tai Chi works well in improving upon both dynamic and static balance, and that’s essential to… Read More »
While there is research to support the reproductive safety of many antidepressants, many woman and their providers ask about alternatives to traditional antidepressants in women who are pregnant or planning to conceive. In a recent study, Dr. Marlene Freeman and colleagues at the Center for Women’s Mental Health explored the use of a folate-based preparation… Read More »
High blood pressure is a common condition, affecting more than a quarter of adults in the UK. If you have high blood pressure, it’s important to take action to lower it, as if not controlled properly it can lead to serious health problems like heart attacks and strokes. People with high blood pressure are advised… Read More »
We all pretty much accept that music is food for the soul, but we rarely ponder on the meaning of this. This is a “fact” that we primarily intuit, but there is something to be said about the nearly magical nature of sonic harmony. When a situation becomes dire and days acquire all shades of… Read More »