Vigorous intermittent lifestyle physical activity (VILPA) is the very short episodes of vigorous activity (up to a minute or two) we do with enthusiasm each day, like exhibiting bursts of power walking while doing errands or running for the bus.... Read More
health
How I Lowered My Cholesterol
Have you tried shima-dofu? If you answered yes, count yourself lucky — during its development in the Ryuku kingdom era — only the emperor, his family, and select nobles could enjoy it.... Read More
Celine Dion’s Stiff-Person Syndrome
Over time, those with stiff-person syndrome may develop abnormal postures, appearing hunched over. Some individuals may become unable to walk or move. Lacking normal reflexes to catch themselves is particularly problematic as serious injury risk rises.... Read More
Diet and Dementia Risk
A 20-YEAR STUDY SHOWS NO LINK BETWEEN MID-LIFE DIET and the future risk of dementia. If we eat a specific food or follow a particular diet approach, can we lower our... Read More
Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are quite common, with one in five women having a UTI sometime in their lifetime. While UTIs are common among women, they can also occur in men and children. Up to two percent of children develop such infections.... Read More
Does Vitamin C Prevent a Cold?
THE EVIDENCE THAT VITAMIN C PREVENTS THE COMMON COLD is not particularly strong. The common cold is a viral infection of the nose and throat. This upper respiratory tract infection is... Read More