For decades, Parkinson’s disease has been diagnosed only after unmistakable symptoms such as tremor, stiffness, and slowed movement appear, often after extensive damage to the brain’s dopamine system.

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A brief, calorie-restricted diet centered almost entirely on oats led to a surprisingly strong and lasting reduction in cholesterol in people with metabolic syndrome. A very short dietary intervention ...

What is non-HDL cholesterol? A cholesterol blood test is a panel that measures multiple types of cholesterol. You’re likely familiar with total cholesterol, HDL (or “good”) cholesterol and LDL (a “bad ...

While there are too many variables to rank specific cheeses, some cheeses can be a better choice for blood pressure when eaten in moderation.