A man’s risk of heart disease after 40 has been partially linked to his mother's body size, her nutrition, and the size of his placenta. A study, conducted by researchers at the University of Southampton in the United Kingdom and reported in the European Heart Journal, found that heart disease risk in men was higher Read More »
Hacham Ovadia Yosef shelita, president of the Shas Council of Torah Sages, has spoken out about the importance of quitting smoking. The rabbi recently warned of the dangers of smoking, advised people to keep away from it, and stressed the importance of quitting if one is addicted. He noted that doctors advise against smoking and Read More »
A study on routine fasting shows that periodically refraining from eating lowers the risk of coronary artery disease and diabetes, and also improves blood cholesterol levels. Researchers in cardiology at Intermountain Medical Center Research had previously found a link between fasting and reduced risk of coronary heart disease, the leading cause of death in America. Read More »
Two hours a day of television can lead to an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease and premature death. Researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health and the University of Southern Denmark examined previous studies, and found that for every two hours of watching TV on a daily basis the risk Read More »
Cosmetic dentistry is supposed to make you look and feel good. But appearance is really only half the equation. Your teeth need to function properly and the gum tissue has to be healthy around your teeth. That’s why when it comes to veneers, proper design and placement is so important. And it is also critical Read More »