A recent study found a link between low-dose aspirin and lower ovarian cancer risk. Arlington Heights clinic First Health Associates shares the findings. According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 12 of every 100,000 women in the United States are newly diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year. By: First Health Associates New
Prediabetes affects more than 84 million U.S. adults yet 90% don’t know it. First Health Associates shares tips on preventing and assessing diabetes risk. Millions of Americans have some form of diabetes. Are you one of them? By: First Health Associates More than 30 million people in the United States have diabetes. However,
IT’S NATIONAL OATMEAL DAY! Even oatmeal gets its day in the national health spotlight — and for good reason! For generations, health-conscious consumers have included this nutritious grain in their diets because of the many health benefits it offers. By: First Health Associates As the weather gets colder, there’s nothing better than a warm bowl
Recent research shows a probable relationship between Vitamin D and Breast Cancer. An estimated 41,000 women will die from breast cancer in 2018. Nearly 125 out of every 100,000 women in the United States each year are newly diagnosed with breast cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. By: First Health
Coconut Oil, is it healthy? The trendy oil is between 80-90% saturated fat. While it contains no cholesterol, it can increase harmful LDL cholesterol levels. Coconut oil has become a staple in many health-conscious kitchens, yet it offers no beneficial nutritional value. By: First Health Associates Promotional claims in recent years that coconut oil
Fruits and vegetables just earned yet another endorsement for their role in breast cancer prevention. Harvard University researchers recently published a study that shows an association between consuming high amounts of fruits and vegetables each day and a reduced risk of breast cancer. By: First Health Associates Harvard University researchers have added to