Intermittent fasting may help prevent blood clots
Source: Medical News Today
Blood clot formation can contribute to life threatening events like strokes and heart attacks. A study found that intermittent fasting may help minimize components of the blood clotting process by enhancing the production of indole-3-propionic acid by gut microorganisms.
Flu and Stomach Bugs Are Spreading Fast—Are You Prepared?
Source: HealthDay
Flu season is in full swing, making it more important than ever to take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones. Flu season typically runs from October through March, with peak activity in January and February. This year’s flu activity is similar to last season, with cases increasing across the country.
Boosting physical activity may lower dementia, depression risk
Source: Medical News Today
A new study says that getting in a certain amount of daily moderate-to-vigorous physical activity can help lower risk for certain neuropsychiatric diseases.
How Much Exercise You Need to Offset Sitting All Day, According to Science
Source: Verywell Health
If you work a desk job, you’re no stranger to sitting for eight hours a day. In fact, 65 million U.S. adults spend at least that much time in their seats. This can lead to a host of health issues: back pain, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, and premature death. But is it possible to exercise your way out of those risks? According to a 2020 study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, getting 30 to 40 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily might help.
Sleep Apnea May Increase the Risk of Parkinson’s Disease, Preliminary New Study Finds
Source: HealthDay
Patients with obstructive sleep apnea may have higher odds of developing Parkinson’s disease, but researchers say early CPAP treatment may lower the risk.
