Nancy Schimelpfening

San Antonio

Freelance Reporter at Healthline

Freelance Editor at Health Digest

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Articles

The Real Differences Between Magnesium And Manganese

1 week ago | healthdigest.com | Nancy Schimelpfening

Maybe you've noticed that your multivitamin and mineral supplement contains both magnesium and manganese. If you find it confusing that these two essential minerals have such similar names, you're not alone. It throws many people off. However, these two nutrients are not the same thing, so it's important to keep the differences in mind. Otherwise, it could lead to some serious nutritional missteps.
If This Dangerous Texas Animal Stings You On Your Face, Your Odds Aren't Good

1 week ago | healthdigest.com | Nancy Schimelpfening

The Arizona bark scorpion (Centruroides sculpturatus) may be small — typically ranging in size from 1 to 3 inches long — but don't let its size fool you. This desert dweller is the most venomous scorpion in North America, and its sting can be especially dangerous when delivered to sensitive areas like the face. (Here's how to tell if a spider bite is venomous.)Arizona bark scorpions are tan in color, which helps camouflage them when they are against tree bark or rocky surfaces.
Immunotherapy Treatment Eliminated Tumors in Some Early Stage Cancers

1 week ago | healthline.com | Nancy Schimelpfening

Share on PinterestA new clinical trial shows the immunotherapy drug dostarlimab could eliminate the need for surgery and chemotherapy in certain cancers. The results are a medical breakthrough since the drug could help preserve organs. People with the dMMR gene mutation, which most often presents in colorectal cancer, are the best candidates for this novel treatment.
New Discovery May Help Doctors Tailor Heart Attack Treatments

2 weeks ago | resources.healthgrades.com | Nancy Schimelpfening

A study has found a mechanism to explain circadian variations in myocardial injury. These findings could pave the way for treatments aligned with the time of day. It could also be possible to tailor treatments to the individual patient’s needs.
The Popular Vegetable White House Staff Snuck Into Donald Trump's Diet

2 weeks ago | healthdigest.com | Nancy Schimelpfening

If you're familiar with President Donald Trump's daily diet, you know that he doesn't necessarily make the healthiest choices. For example, in an interview, he told Fox News reporter Jesse Watters that he often skips breakfast, and when he does eat the morning meal, he enjoys bacon and eggs, an option that may not be doing his cardiovascular health any favors.
One Of The Leading Causes Of Death In Washington Is Absolutely Heartbreaking

2 weeks ago | healthdigest.com | Nancy Schimelpfening

Per 2022 data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Washington State's leading causes of death were cancer, heart disease, and accidents. In fourth place was Alzheimer's disease. This contrasts with national data, in which Alzheimer's disease ranked as the sixth highest cause of death. Heart disease, cancer, unintentional injuries, stroke, and chronic lower respiratory diseases came in higher (via CDC).
A Resort Town In Wisconsin Nicknamed 'Spring City' Is One Of The Healthiest Places In America

2 weeks ago | healthdigest.com | Nancy Schimelpfening

Waukesha County, Wisconsin –and its county seat, also named Waukesha — has had a long, complex relationship with public health. In 1869, when a man dying of diabetes was reportedly cured by drinking "a half dozen dipper fulls" of local spring water, it sparked a tourism boom, earning the town the nickname "Spring City" (per Encyclopedia of Milwaukee). That era ended around 1918, but demand for the city's water continued.
A Bean That Can Lower Cholesterol And Blood Sugar Can Also Help Strengthen Your Bones

3 weeks ago | healthdigest.com | Nancy Schimelpfening

As you might have guessed, the small, white, mild-flavored legumes known as navy beans got their name because of their use in the early 1900s by the U.S. Navy. Dried navy beans are inexpensive, have a long shelf life, and are chock-full of nutrition, making them an ideal staple for long voyages at sea. When consuming a cup of cooked navy beans, sailors would have taken in 255 calories to help fuel their workday.
The Average Life Expectancy In Indiana Is Lower Than The National Average

3 weeks ago | healthdigest.com | Nancy Schimelpfening

According to statistics from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the life expectancy at birth for the state of Indiana was 74.6 years in 2021. This was less than the average life expectancy for the country as a whole, which was 76.4 (per CDC). Life expectancy for men in Indiana was 71.8 years versus 77.5 years for women (via World Population Review).
Combination of Low-Cost Drugs Could Save Lives After Heart Attack

3 weeks ago | healthline.com | Nancy Schimelpfening

Share on PinterestA new study found that adding a second drug early after a heart attack may save lives. Those who added ezetimibe to a statin had fewer complications and deaths. The authors say that early combination therapy should become the standard of care. Experts say addressing underlying inflammation can also help control cholesterol. New research from Sweden suggests that starting a second cholesterol-lowering drug soon after a heart attack may help save lives.