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Are You a Vegetarian? A New Study Says You Have A Higher Stroke Risk

Vegetarians, in general, tend to have reduced risks for common health problems, including obesity and ischemic heart disease. But new research has found a surprising twist: vegetarians may have a slightly higher risk of stroke compared to meat-eaters. Analyzing diet Researchers looked at the data from 48,188 people with an average age of 45. They … Continue reading Are You a Vegetarian? A New Study Says You Have A Higher Stroke Risk

What is “Ugly Cholesterol”?

Men watching their cholesterol probably know about the “good” and the “bad,” but what about the “ugly”? Yes, there’s something called “ugly cholesterol,” and it’s a term used to describe remnant particle cholesterol. The good, the bad and the ugly Previously, doctors were only focused on four things related to cholesterol: High-density lipoprotein (HDL) or … Continue reading What is “Ugly Cholesterol”?

The Moon’s Effects on Sleep

The moon influences everything from tides to corals, but does it affect our sleep? Studying moon cycles and sleep In the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s, researchers conducted studies to try to determine if women’s menstrual cycles were affected by the moon. Although the studies may have been too small to confirm anything, some of the … Continue reading The Moon’s Effects on Sleep