Tai Chi can reduce pain and improve function in people who suffer from osteoarthritis of the knee, according to a study conducted by researchers from Tufts University and published in the journal Arthritis Care and Research. Continue reading “Tai Chi Helps People with Arthritis of the Knee”
Hospitals a major cause of dementia and cognitive decline
A hospital stay could be one of the major causes of mental decline and dementia in the elderly. Hospitals, and the cocktail of drugs that are regularly prescribed, could almost double the risk, a new study has discovered.
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Snow and rain keeps the seasonal flu away
Every cloud has a silver lining, and the ones that are bringing excessive snow and rain to the Western hemisphere right now are also keeping seasonal flu at bay. Flu seems to flourish in winters that are dry and humid, researchers have discovered, which is why numbers have remained low this season. Continue reading “Snow and rain keeps the seasonal flu away”
Hair dye causes arthritis and allergies
If you use a standard hair dye, you are more likely to develop liver disease, which could lead to arthritis, thyroid problems and gut allergies. Continue reading “Hair dye causes arthritis and allergies”
Dire warnings about swine flu were all wrong
Despite all the dire warnings of a death toll of genocidal proportions, the swine flu (H1N1) virus is relatively harmless, new research has discovered. Even the annual flu virus poses a bigger threat to our health. Continue reading “Dire warnings about swine flu were all wrong”
Green tea strengthens the eye and protects against glaucoma
Drinking green tea can strengthen the eyes, and help protect them against diseases such as glaucoma. The tea has the ability to penetrate the tissues of the eye, and can strengthen the lens and retina, a new report has found. Continue reading “Green tea strengthens the eye and protects against glaucoma”