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The controversial ‘female Viagra’ is approved by the FDA

The controversial ‘female Viagra’ is approved by the FDA

The controversial ‘female Viagra’ is approved by the FDA. This low libido treatment was twice voted against by advisory committees because of safety and efficacy concerns. FDA advisers have finally recommended approval of the drug called flibanserin. The drug made by the company Sprout Pharmaceutical was approved under the condition […]

by June 12, 2015
Coffee may reduce erectile dysfunction risk

Coffee may reduce erectile dysfunction risk

While coffee is the most popular morning beverage for boosting energy in the morning, studies now show that it may do more. New research from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston shows that coffee may reduce erectile dysfunction risk. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is becoming increasingly common. According […]

by May 26, 2015
Protein in breakfast prevents blood sugar spikes

Protein in breakfast prevents blood sugar spikes

Persons with type 2 diabetes have a difficult time managing their blood sugar levels. New research from the University of Missouri shows that high protein in breakfast prevents blood sugar spikes. “People often assume that their glucose response at one meal will be identical to their responses at other meals, […]

by May 13, 2015
Drug resistant Shigellosis spreading in the United States

Drug resistant Shigellosis spreading in the United States

On April 3, 2015, the CDC released a statement about the drug resistant Shigellosis spreading in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): “Shigellosis is an infectious disease caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella. Most who are infected with Shigella develop diarrhea, […]

by April 8, 2015
Household bleach exposure increases infection rate in children

Household bleach exposure increases infection rate in children

Household bleach exposure increases infection rate in children, according to new research from the British Medical Journal. The research team believes that the results of the study should be cause for concern in the area of public health. They are urging for more research on the subject. The team analyzed […]

by April 7, 2015
Top 5 weight loss foods

Top 5 weight loss foods

Obesity is an epidemic in America. The Weight Control Information Network reports that two-thirds of American adults and one-third of children and teens are overweight or obese. Weight loss can be difficult, and many struggle to understand what they are doing wrong. “It is important to understand that while exercise […]

by March 24, 2015
Heart health avocado smoothie

Heart health avocado smoothie

Heart health avocado smoothie This is a delicious heart health avocado smoothie. It is packed with heart healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s decrease the risk of abnormal heart rhythm, decrease triglyceride levels, lower blood pressure, and prevent inflammation of blood vessels that causes blood clots. Let’s take a […]

by January 7, 2015
Hugs protect from colds and infections

Hugs protect from colds and infections

Could hugs protect from colds and infections? Hugs are a great way to show love because they create a bonding experience and can heal our emotions. Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University found that hugs may lower stress-related risk of illness. Lead author Sheldon Cohen, of the Dietrich College of Humanities […]

by January 2, 2015