Health

Apr
23
2022
By Troy Warren
Intense exercise while dieting might reduce cravings for fatty food

Intense exercise while dieting might reduce cravings for fatty food

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By Nancy Clanton, The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionTroy Warren for CNT #HealthRat study finds desire for high-fat food pellets decreased when the rodents exercised more vigorouslyHave you ever driven by a Sonic on your way home from the gym and just couldn’t resist your craving for a peanut butter milkshake? A new study suggests you might be able to eliminate that craving by exercising more intensely.It seems to have worked for rats that exercised intensely on a 30-day diet. The rodents were able to resist the high-fat food pellets offered after a workout.Researchers at Washington State University designed their experiment to test…
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Mar
28
2022
By Troy Warren
Study finds microplastics in human blood for first time

Study finds microplastics in human blood for first time

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By Nancy Clanton, The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionTroy Warren for CNT #HealthExperts call study results ‘alarming,’ say people are breathing them in‘Alarming’ research has found plastics in human blood for the first time.Researchers at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in the Netherlands tested the blood of 22 people for five types of plastic: polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), polypropylene (PP), polystyrene (PS), polyethylene (PE) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET).A quantifiable amount of plastic particles was found in the blood of 17 of those 22 participants.The scientists found PET was most commonly found. PET is the chemical name for polyester. PET is a clear, strong and lightweight…
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Mar
20
2022
By Troy Warren
The benefits of hibiscus tea, the ultimate flower power

The benefits of hibiscus tea, the ultimate flower power

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By Ebony Williams, The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionTroy Warren for CNT #HealthNaturally sweet, tart and tangy, the hibiscus flower has made its way into one of the trendiest drinks of this year. Hibiscus tea isn’t just popular though. It also has anti-inflammatory effects and has been linked to weight loss.Here are a few of the benefits to drinking hibiscus tea.Cravings kickerThanks to the almost non-existent calorie count and the naturally sweet flavors in hibiscus, it’s known to help kick cravings. Drinking the tea instead of eating — or drinking — something sugary can help you stay on a healthier track.AntioxidantsAntioxidants are a…
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Mar
17
2022
By Troy Warren
A glass of wine with a meal may lower risk of Type 2 diabetes

A glass of wine with a meal may lower risk of Type 2 diabetes

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By Anagha Ramakrishnan, for The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionTroy Warren for CNT #HealthAccording to preliminary research presented at an American Heart Association conference, a study of more than 312,000 drinkers found that drinking wine with a meal lowers the risk of Type 2 diabetes. The analysis showed that only moderate drinking had a positive impact on health, which means women can have one glass of wine per day, and men can have up to two glasses of wine daily.A glass of wine is considered 5 ounces with 12% alcohol.The analysis emphasized that wine should be consumed with a meal to see added…
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Mar
05
2022
By Troy Warren
‘Alexa, can you call me a doctor?’

‘Alexa, can you call me a doctor?’

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By TOM MURPHY and ANNE D'INNOCENZIO, Associated PressTroy Warren for CNT #EditorsPicks  #HealthIf there is no doctor in the house, Amazon’s Alexa will soon be able to summon one.Amazon and telemedicine provider Teladoc Health are starting a voice-activated virtual care program that lets customers get medical help without picking up their phones.The service, for health issues that aren’t emergencies, will be available around the clock on Amazon’s Echo devices. Customers can tell the voice assistant Alexa that they want to talk to a doctor, and that will prompt a call back on the device from a Teladoc physician.The program, announced…
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Feb
27
2022
By Troy Warren
Brains of girls and boys with autism differ, study finds

Brains of girls and boys with autism differ, study finds

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By Beth Ward, for The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionTroy Warren for CNT #HealthA new study from the Stanford University School of Medicine has found that brain organization differs between girls and boys with autism, suggesting the need for more gender-specific treatment and diagnosis.Autism is a broad-range developmental disorder affecting thousands of people around the world. Its symptoms, which include communication deficiencies, social difficulties and motor and behavioral issues, exist across a wide spectrum of severity. Autism has long been considered a male condition — one diagnosed in four times as many boys than girls, according to Autism Speaks. When girls do receive…
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Feb
23
2022
By Troy Warren
3 foods to eat and 3 foods to avoid to maintain healthy cholesterol

3 foods to eat and 3 foods to avoid to maintain healthy cholesterol

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By Anagha Ramakrishnan, for The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionTroy Warren for CNT #HealthCholesterol levels tend to increase with age, and healthy eating can reduce your levels.In general, men are at a higher risk than women for higher cholesterol, according to Healthline. But after a woman enters menopause, her risk increases.High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 38% of Americans have high cholesterol. Diet greatly impacts cholesterol.Here is what you should include in your diet, and what you should avoid in order to keep your cholesterol down.3 foods…
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Feb
22
2022
By Troy Warren
Study finds health issues develop in older adults after COVID-19

Study finds health issues develop in older adults after COVID-19

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By Anagha Ramakrishnan, for The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionTroy Warren for CNT #Health #COVID-19As we head into the third year of the pandemic, the long-term effects of COVID-19 on health have become clearer.Previous research has found how COVID-19 can affect all organs in the body in critically ill patients. A recent study published by the peer-reviewed British Medical Journal, aimed to find out what happens after recovering from the virus and how it affects the health of individuals over 65.The study found that 1 in 3 adults over the age of 65 had sought medical care for new or persistent conditions 21…
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Feb
18
2022
By Troy Warren
How healthy sleeping habits can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

How healthy sleeping habits can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

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By Anagha Ramakrishnan, for The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionTroy Warren for CNT #HealthA new study has discovered a link between Alzheimer’s disease and the natural sleep-wake cycle, or circadian rhythm, which could lead to potential treatment options.Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disease and the most common type of dementia that causes memory loss. This degenerative disease affects more than six million Americans and is the cause of death for one in three seniors, according to the Alzheimer’s Association.While it’s already known that Alzheimer’s disease is associated with the brain’s inability to clear the buildup of a protein called amyloid-beta, the research published…
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Feb
14
2022
By Troy Warren
Don’t nurse that Moscow mule — it could become a health hazard

Don’t nurse that Moscow mule — it could become a health hazard

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By Jim Robbins, Kaiser Health NewsTroy Warren for CNT #HealthIngesting copper is not entirely bad; it’s a matter of degreeHELENA, Mont. — The popular cocktail known as the Moscow mule supposedly gets some of its flavor from the frosty copper mug it’s served in — the shiny metal oxidizes slightly and enhances the drink’s aroma and effervescence.Flavor, however, is not the only thing the copper cup imparts.In 2017, the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division issued a warning about serving beverages — such as the Moscow mule — or acidic foods in copper containers. A week later, a chemistry professor call that…
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