Archives: March 2012

Statins May Lead to Diabetes in Older Women

Just on the heels of our beloved aspirin being linked to macular degeneration, now a new study suggests that statins, you know Crestor, Lipitor and the like, could lead to diabetes in older women. In a study of more than 150,000 diabetes-free women in their 50s, 60s and 70s, about...

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Aspirin Use Can Possibly Worsen or Cause Wet Macular Degeneration

Peter Dazeley A European Eye Study has found that the beloved daily aspirin could have a down side when it comes to your site. Researchers found that frequent aspirin use was associated with wet macular degeneration and the odds rose with increasing frequency of consumption. The wet form of the...

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Vitamins B, C, D and E and Omega-3 Support Better Cognitive Function

Researchers have linked specific vitamins and nutrients in the diet with cognitive performance and the risk of Alzheimeräó»s disease. The research, published in the journal Neurology, showed that people with healthier diets äóî rich in omega-3 fatty acids and a variety of vitamins äóî had bigger brains and better cognitive...

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