By UHN Staff
Q: I’m less interested in going out or traveling these days. My kids think it’s anxiety. I think I’m just happier at home. Are they right? A: They may have reason for concern if less social interaction or if not getting a “change of scenery” very often seems to be … Read MoreBy UHN Staff
Q: I’ve been told I have white coat hypertension. Will this be a problem in the years ahead? A: White coat hypertension describes the phenomenon (often called white coat syndrome) in which some individuals have a much higher blood pressure reading in their doctor’s office than they normally do at … Read MoreBy UHN Staff
In an analysis of 33 observational studies involving more than 96,000 adults, researchers found that higher daily step counts were associated with fewer depressive symptoms. The research, published online recently in JAMA Network Open, suggests that logging at least 5,000 steps daily is associated with reduced depression symptoms compared with … Read MoreBy Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD
Did you know? Reducing the number of processed foods in your diet is one of the most straightforward ways to support overall health and well-being. Start by cooking more meals at home. Preparing meals from scratch allows you to control ingredients and avoid added sugars, unhealthy fats, and preservatives. Stock … Read MoreBy Kate Brophy
Q: Given there is a blood test for ovarian cancer, why is the disease so hard to diagnose? A: Ovarian cancer is difficult to diagnose early because the symptoms (which include chronic abdominal bloating, constipation, urinary urgency, and low back pain) are nonspecific enough for many women to either ignore … Read More