In a large clinical trial to determine the risks and benefits of daily low-dose aspirin in healthy older adults without previous cardiovascular events, aspirin did not prolong healthy, independent living (life free of dementia or persistent physical disability). Risk of dying from a range of causes, including cancer and heart …
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Widespread use of statins in healthy older people to prevent heart disease not recommended in new study
Statins are not associated with a reduction in cardiovascular disease (conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels) or death in healthy people aged over 75, finds a study published by The BMJ today. However, in those with type 2 diabetes, statins were related to a reduction in cardiovascular disease and …
Read More »Dietary principles in Yoga – eat healthy, stay healthy
Unhealthy diet increases the risk of many illnesses. Diet is an essential part of yoga. DIETARY PRINCIPLES IN YOGA – Do not eat anything for at least one and a half hour after waking up – Drink a luke-warm water in the morning – Lunch may be taken around 12 …
Read More »Global economy is healthy but growth will slow: World Bank
The anti-poverty agency predicts global growth will decelerate slightly from a solid 3.1 per cent this year to 3 per cent next year and 2.9 per cent in 2020. The world economy is generally healthy but must contend with rising interest rates in wealthier countries and weaker demand for commodities …
Read More »5 healthy habits that will help you live longer
These are: 1) Eating a healthy diet 2) exercising regularly 3) keeping a healthy body weight 4) not drinking too much alcohol 5) and not smoking Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health researchers looked at 34 years of data from 78,865 women and 27 years of data from 44,354 …
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