Lymphedema Treatment: March 2018

March 30, 2018

Cut Calories, Age More Slowly

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Cell Metabolism — Reducing your caloric intake by 15 percent for two years slows the aging process and reduces your risk for age-related diseases, according to a new study

The Psychological Impact of Stroke

Neurology — Long-term, "hidden" psychological problems that can affect stroke survivors are not well understood, but a study from the Cleveland Clinic provides some new insights.
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Skip the Lab, Get Results Fast

Biosensors and Bioelectronics — Once approved, the mobile enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (MELISA) will allow health care providers to conduct some blood tests without sending patients to a laboratory.
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Pilates: More for the Core

Berkeley Wellness — Just about anyone can benefit from Pilates – exercise that incorporates aspects of martial arts, yoga, dance, and gymnastics in about 500 precise, controlled movements.
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What to Eat, and Avoid, With Severe Asthma

HealthCentral — If you have asthma, you probably know about the main asthma triggers — smoke, dust, pollen, and mold – but did you know the foods you eat can affect your asthma too?
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What you missed this week

Could a Single High-Fat Meal Hurt Your Heart?

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Could a Single High-Fat Meal Hurt Your Heart?

Laboratory Investigation — A small study suggets drinking just one high-fat milkshake with a fat and calorie count similar to unhealthy restaurant meals can wreak havoc on blood cells and vessels.

Loud Noise at Work Raises Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

CDC — Workers exposed to loud noise on the job are at increased risk for high blood pressure (hypertension) and high cholesterol – both significant risk factors for cardiovascular problems.
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FDA Okays New Continuous Glucose Monitoring System

FDA — This week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration began allowing marketing of the first integrated continuous glucose monitoring (iCGM) system – the Dexcom G6 – for measuring blood sugar levels.
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5 Recipes for Nut Lovers

Berkeley Wellness — Nuts are a concentrated source of nutrients – and a versatile ingredient, as you'll see from the five recipes here – lending not just flavor but nutritional oomph to meals.
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Spring Cleaning Tips for Allergy Sufferers

HealthCentral — If you're one of the 40 million people who suffer from allergies, spring cleaning can cause wheezing, sneezing, itchiness, and other allergic reactions. These tips can help.
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