Improving Your Health
Exercise Helps Older People Stay Sharp and Remember More
Exercise has so many health benefits, but did you know that it is also a fountain of youth for our brains? Some research suggests that, just by being active, seniors can improve their ability to think, focus, plan, and recall words, as well as perform many other brain activities. Read More
All the Reasons You Need to Get Your Zs: The Health Risks of Not Getting Enough Sleep
Did you know that not getting enough sleep can cause health problems beyond just feeling tired and worn out? Recent studies have found that lack of adequate sleep is related to weight gain, sexual problems, reduced concentration, mental health problems, and even Alzheimer’s disease. Read More
Flaxseed: What is it and can they keep you healthy?
Suddenly, everyone is talking about adding flaxseed to your diet. What is flaxseed and how can eating it make you healthier? Read More
Can Taking Fish Oil Supplements Help Lung Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy?
Fish oil is a well-known supplement that is said to have many benefits. Research shows that taking fish oil may help lung cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy respond better to treatment and reduce side effects of chemotherapy. Read More
Seven Ways to Maximize Good Health
By Susan Dudley, PhD First published in 2006, this article is still an excellent summary in January 2011. Modern medicine offers amazing treatments against a wide range of diseases. Today, people can overcome and survive health conditions that would have … Read More
Good News for Coffee Drinkers: the Health Benefits Outweigh the Risks for Most People
Recent research suggests that coffee offers more health benefits than risks for most people. However, women who are pregnant or trying to get pregnant and women over 65 should probably limit their coffee intake because for them, the risks may outweigh the benefits. Read More
Pancreatic Cancer: Could Bacteria in our Mouth Help us Detect this Deadly Cancer Sooner?
Pancreatic cancer has an extremely low survival rate because it is difficult to detect at early stages. A method for earlier diagnosis would greatly improve patients’ chances of survival. New research suggests that a specific type of oral bacteria might serve as a warning sign for pancreatic cancer. Read More
Pomegranate Juice and Prostate Health
Pomegranate juice contains plenty of antioxidants, but does it improve health, as the ads imply? Read More
Calcium and Vitamin D: You Need Them, but Should You Take Supplements?
In 2012, calcium and vitamin D made headlines in the health world when many new studies on the effectiveness and safety of supplements were released. Read more about these nutrients and why you should or should not take supplements. Read More
Beginner’s Guide to Developing an Exercise Routine
Exercise is one of NRC’s seven recommended ways to maximize your health. If you want to exercise but aren’t sure where to begin, we can help! If you feel like your daily life doesn’t allow you to get fit (not enough time, no money for a gym membership, etc.), we have some “work-arounds” that may help. Read More