Floods associated with 25% rise in US deaths from several major causes
“Over the last 20 years, large floods were associated with up to 24.9% higher death rates from major mortality causes in the U.S. compared to normal conditions. A new study in the journal Nature Medicine demonstrates the sweeping and hidden effects of floods—including floods unrelated to hurricanes, such as those due to heavy rain, snowmelt, or ice jams.”
Prevent Lung Cancer by Testing Your Home for Radon
“WASHINGTON — In January, the EPA recognizes National Radon Action Month and encourages Americans to test their homes for radon. Radon is an odorless, colorless, naturally occurring radioactive gas that, when left unaddressed, can build up inside a home. Over time, exposure to radon can cause lung cancer. The only way to know if your home has high levels of radon is to test for it.”
Study Finds 40% of Cancer Cases Are Preventable
“A recent study by the American Cancer Society reveals that approximately 40% of cancer cases in adults over 30 in the U.S. are linked to preventable risk factors. Lifestyle choices such as smoking, poor diet, and lack of exercise are key contributors to this staggering statistic. The findings highlight the critical role individuals can play in reducing their cancer risk.”
Health Benefits or Negative Impacts Still Uncertain for Most Supplements
“Lining grocery store shelves are supplements like omega fish oil, goat’s rue and others that sound more like the ingredients of a witch’s cauldron. Social media influencers also push high-tech sounding pills like CoQ10 or plant sterols to their followers. And you can find the classic supplements online or in person — vitamin D, vitamin C or a daily multivitamin.”
5 Foods to Avoid If You Have High Cholesterol
“What you eat impacts your cholesterol — and some foods might be better left off your plate. We asked Brad Biskup, PA-C, a lifestyle and cardiovascular medicine specialist at the Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute, for advice. He shares which foods to avoid and some simple tips to help improve your cholesterol and overall health.”
Physical activity linked to lower risk of having chronic conditions
“University of Iowa researchers are recommending all patients be surveyed about their physical activity levels, after a new study underscores the link between physical activity and chronic disease.”
Diet and exercise strategies that may lower your ‘biological age’
“The Summary: Research over the last year has found that certain diet and exercise regimens may help reduce a person’s “biological age.” Those regimens include following a plant-based diet, getting daily physical activity and doing strength training. Biological age is a measure of physiological health, rather than one’s number of birthdays.”
