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cardiovascular disease
Heavy coffee drinkers with hypertension may be at a greater risk of cardiovascular disease
Recent studies point to heavy coffee drinking being associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.
dry eye
FDA issues safety alert regarding amniotic fluid eye drops
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sent letters to two manufacturers regarding their unlawful marketing of amniotic fluid eyedrops.
Eating mushrooms may help prevent gastric cancers
Mushrooms are known for their high amount of antioxidants and amino acids.
age-related macular degeneration
FDA approves first drug to treat geographic atrophy
Geographic atrophy typically affects people over the age of 50 and is one of the main causes of vision loss in the United States.
good sleep
Less is more when it comes to nap time
With 50 to 70 million people in the United States suffering from various sleep disorders, the study findings were of particular importance.
age-related macular degeneration
Potential cause of AMD identified
Researchers discovered a rare genetic variant that generates malformed proteins that change the stability of the membrane attack complex (MAC).
Struggling with Sleep? 4 Foods that can help you get some Zzz's
If you are among the millions dealing with sleep issues, you might be surprised to know that there are foods that might just help you kick into sleep mode.
Blindness
Dangers to Your Eye in Cat's Litter Box
If you have a cat that ventures outdoors, be especially careful when cleaning the litter box.
brain health
High fat and high sugar foods change our brain
Have you ever wondered why you can't resist the chocolate bar or that large McDonald's fries?