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Calls to address overlooked ADHD in adults aged 50 and over

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ADHD symptoms in older adults are often attributed to other conditions or the side effects of medication

There’s growing recognition that attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) is not just a disruptive childhood condition, with conservative numbers estimating that 8.7 million adults in the US are living with it, both diagnosed and not. Yet older adults, aged 50 and over, are not only consistently absent from ADHD studies, but face roadblocks if they even try to seek help.

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Study finds 68 new genes linked to cardiovascular disease risks

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A high resting heart rate, which is generally considered anything above 100 beats per minute (bpm), has been linked to an elevated risk of serious cardiovascular conditions such coronary artery disease and stroke. And while the cause of a high resting … Continue reading Study finds 68 new genes linked to cardiovascular disease risks→

Herbs and spices facilitate fat removal thanks to taste trick

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It’s a law of nature almost akin to gravity itself: food that tastes good is usually bad for us. But new research shows that a simple preparation trick can dramatically slash fat, sodium and added sugars while making foods like brownies and meatloaf ta… Continue reading Herbs and spices facilitate fat removal thanks to taste trick→

Hookworms successfully prevent type 2 diabetes in human trial

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For many, the idea of having a few dozen hookworms set up shop in your gut sounds more like a Survivor challenge than a beneficial health therapy, but scientists see a bright future in this human worm farm for treating many chronic conditions.Continue … Continue reading Hookworms successfully prevent type 2 diabetes in human trial→

30-second mouth rinse a quick, easy way to detect heart disease risk

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A new study has found that measuring the levels of white blood cells in your saliva through a quick and easy 30-second mouth rinse is an effective way of detecting the warning signs of heart disease early, especially in young, otherwise healthy people…. Continue reading 30-second mouth rinse a quick, easy way to detect heart disease risk→

Molecular discovery has potential to one day reverse obesity, osteoporosis

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Scientists have discovered a molecule that plays an important role in relaying information about how cells are ‘pushed’ or ‘pulled’ to our brains, and changing this signaling behavior could provide effective cell therapies to prevent or reverse both os… Continue reading Molecular discovery has potential to one day reverse obesity, osteoporosis→

Walking just 4,000 steps a day can reduce your risk of death

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A new worldwide meta-analysis has looked at the minimum number of steps needed to reduce the risk of dying from any cause and cardiovascular disease. The study shows that it takes fewer steps than we first thought to reap the health benefits of walking… Continue reading Walking just 4,000 steps a day can reduce your risk of death→

Researchers call for a change in treating sleep apnea

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Sleep apnea is estimated to affect 30 million Americans, comparable to diabetes, but it can be incredibly difficult to treat, even more so given that devices used to alleviate it are abandoned by nearly half of those diagnosed. It’s also recently been … Continue reading Researchers call for a change in treating sleep apnea→

Breastfeeding boosts mom’s cardiovascular health for at least 3 years

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A new study has found that women who breastfeed their babies for at least six months can improve their cardiovascular and metabolic health for at least three years. Importantly, the benefits were seen in women with complicated pregnancies, too, who are… Continue reading Breastfeeding boosts mom’s cardiovascular health for at least 3 years→

“Weekend warriors” get similar heart benefits to regular exercisers

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For those who struggle to find time to exercise during the week, preferring to do most of it on the weekend, a new study has found that being a “weekend warrior” is still effective at reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.Continue ReadingCategory… Continue reading “Weekend warriors” get similar heart benefits to regular exercisers→