Negative thoughts about work are a big — BIG — cause of insomnia. But, that’s not all. Repeated negative thoughts about work could also lead to a number of health problems, including heart disease and high blood pressure. Luckily, it’s five o’clock somewhere…

The down side of antibiotics is that they kill “good” bacteria that protect us from infection. This creates an imbalance that allows dangerous bacteria to grow. One such bacteria that resides in our gut kills about 29,000 people each year. Fortunately, you can destroy it naturally…

Fatty liver disease is the most common chronic liver disease in the world. In the U.S., it affects 1-in-5 adults. It’s estimated to become the number one cause of liver transplants within the next decade. Because you may show no signs until your liver begins to fail, here’s what you should know…

One in three of us have high blood pressure. If you do, you might treat it with medication, because leaving it untreated has serious consequences, like an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. But what if your blood pressure medication increased your risk for a particularly dangerous cancer?

The hottest months of the year offer great times for many, but for people with mold sensitivities, these times can be especially difficult. That’s because, when temperatures rise, molds that were more dormant come to life and “bloom,” wreaking health havoc — mostly among people who are predisposed to mold toxicity…

Did you know something as innocent as a viral infection could put you at risk for seven serious diseases? I know it sounds extreme, but if the person you’re kissing, or sharing a straw with, is a carrier of the Epstein Barr virus (EBV), an unfortunate side effect could haunt you for years…

You may be surprised to learn that drinking diet soda instead of regular, full-on sugar varieties has NOT been proven to help you lose weight. In fact, the latest research shows something much worse: “Fake sugars” actually change how your body processes fat and uses energy.

A low mood at some point in life is an inevitable part of the human experience. But major depression is disabling and deserves serious attention. How can you recognize depression in yourself, as well as those close to you — the people you care about… your family… even friends or coworkers?

Researchers recently found that a few healthy habits can make a big difference in the lives of people with stage 3 colon cancer. If you ever doubted the impact of healthy living, consider how these habits improved patients’ survival up to 51 percent…

Your lungs are vital to your health and your life. But did you know that lung diseases are one of the leading causes of death? Being a non-smoker is not enough to keep you safe, considering this household practice hurts your lungs as much as 20 years of smoking…

Science has long established the fact that inflammation is a problem behind all the diseases and conditions that scare us… cancer, diabetes, even stroke and heart disease. Now, scientists have established inflammation’s role in the development and severity of Alzheimer’s disease.

Could there really be just one perfect exercise that reduces arterial stiffness and blood pressure, while also increasing leg strength in stage 2 hypertensive postmenopausal women, like me? The answer is yes! And you can kiss those gym fees goodbye…