Month: April 2024

Readers Speak Up About Women’s Health Issues, From Reproductive Care to Drinking

Letters to the Editor is a periodic feature. We welcome all comments and will publish a selection. We edit for length and clarity and require full names. Many readers responded to our data-driven coverage of how ethical and religious directives issued by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops affect care options at Catholic and Catholic-affiliated hospitals in the […]

Published on April 9, 2024

5 Spices that Boost Heart Health

Take a pass on the saltshaker and add special spices to your favorite foods to enhance the flavor while boosting your cardiovascular health, says HuffPost. “Spices are high in antioxidants, and antioxidants fight free radicals that can wreak havoc in our bodies,” says Dr…. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on April 8, 2024

Short-term incentives for exercise can lead to sustained increases in activity

Adults with heart disease risks who received daily reminders or incentives to become more active increased their daily steps by more than 1,500 after a year, and many were still sticking with their new habit six months later, according to a new study. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on April 8, 2024