A drug originally designed to treat Ebola and effectively used to treat another coronavirus, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), could stop COVID-19 from replicating… which means it could prevent thousands and thousands of people from getting seriously ill or even dying.More »

Why are supplements so important? No matter how hard you try, you just can’t get all the nutrients you need, especially to avoid or fight disease, recover from treatment, maintain a healthy lifestyle and feel good, as well as meet the special needs every man faces… More »

If you’ve been feeling out of balance or even taken a tumble, it may be time to get your ears checked — but not for the reasons you might think. It turns out your hearing plays a bigger role in your balance than ever realized and a hearing test could help you avoid a fall… More »

Now that the CDC is recommending masks for the general public, finding them has not been so easy. But you can get a little creative and make your own with supplies you’re likely to have on hand… Here’s the easiest way to create an effective homemade face mask, based on CDC guidelines… More »

Believe it or not, there’s much we still don’t know about the COVID-19 virus. But here’s one thing we know for sure: “Silent spreaders,” people who are sick but have no symptoms, and are still in contact with others not knowing that they’re able to spread infection, are among us…More »

If you have celiac disease you have to strip every trace of gluten from your life. But even when you try your best, a dose of gluten gets past and ends up triggering diarrhea, fatigue, pain, nausea, vomiting, and other terrible symptoms. Here’s good news for you, even if you’re just gluten sensitive… More »

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation, more than 25 million Americans now suffer from asthma. That’s 25 million people that have to take more extensive precautions with their health in these unprecedented times. So, what should you be doing now to protect yourself if you have asthma? More »

Emphasizing heavy animal proteins and processed foods in your diet creates acidity that adds to your health woes. By understanding the impact on your health in terms of pH (acid/alkaline) balance, it becomes clear that an alkalizing diet can offer numerous benefits for long-term wellness and vitality… More »

We’ve faced more viral infections this season than ever before, with COVID-19 sweeping the nation on the heels of a bad flu season. Spring colds are peaking too. If you want to ease those symptoms, there are some foods that you just should avoid like, well… the plague.More »

There’s no way to put this that it doesn’t sound scary: Inflammation causes your body to produce cells that stop your immune system from fighting off cancer — basically putting the brakes on your defenses and allowing the cancer to grow unchecked. But’s that information you can use to turn your risk around… More »

As you know, brain volume tends to shrink with age. And as a result, you start to experience some level of cognitive decline, even if you don’t end up with dementia or Alzheimer’s. But one man’s brain scans show a near lifetime practice can slow down the rate at which the brain ages… More »

Uncontrolled chronic inflammation is a killer that causes heart disease, diabetes, even Alzheimer’s disease. If you’re hit with an infection of any sort, coronavirus or not, you don’t want your immune system to overreact and sweep you up into a cytokine storm that could be just as deadly. More »

In a time when the medical community is desperate for COVID-19 treatments, they’ve been turning to questionable drugs. But in the rush to save lives, some experts and studies show they may not work and could, in fact, be dangerous. Here’s what you should know…More »

Diabetes is an epidemic in our country, spurred on by sedentary lifestyles and skyrocketing rates of obesity. And, once you have it, the rest of your health can quickly deteriorate, raising your risk of heart disease, stroke, and heart attack. More »

A new study takes a closer look at whether eating more olive oil, one of the main components of the Mediterranean diet, is associated with a lowered risk of heart disease here in the United States. But what about other plant-based oils? More »

As a cardiologist, my heart skips a beat (figuratively, of course!) every time I read about research linking heart disease and COVID-19. Nevertheless, emerging data on heart involvement is concerning. Here’s what we know so far about the connections between the coronavirus and the heart… More »

With the coronavirus pandemic raging across the globe and from coast to coast here in the United States, it’s vital to remember that every time you step out your door, there is the potential to bring back the virus, not just in your body but on yourself and other objects that enter your home.More »

Memory problems are often considered an unavoidable consequence of old age. “Senior moments” are an expected and even comical part of getting older. We create memes, books and birthday cards about them. But even though most of us can laugh about it, you don’t want it to happen to you… More »

Your parent, friend or relative is in a nursing home or assisted living facility. And you’ve just been told that you’re no longer permitted to visit them as a precaution against the spread of COVID-19. You’ll miss and worry about them, but there are ways to make it easier on both of you… More »

The connection between vitamin D and cancer is gaining more traction. Past studies have linked a deficiency to an increased risk for colorectal cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer and leukemia. But just how much can the vitamin reduce your risk? More »

A friend shared information on social media the other day about vitamin C. It could just as easily have been a post about vitamin D… or zinc. Or any nutrient we’ve been told all our lives promotes good health. Then the trolls attacked. How did we get to a place where nutrition is the enemy?More »

75 is the average age for a first stroke in women. But could making midlife lifestyle changes significantly reduce the number and severity of strokes in women who are of middle age and beyond? The results of a 25-year study shed some pretty compelling evidence on that question… More »

Low energy is the worst. It can add to your stress because let’s face it, life goes on whether you feel up to it or not, right? But the lack of energy is also depressing. If you’re battling low energy, hormone issues could be at the core of your ebbing energy stores… More »

There’s been a lot of focus on keeping your hands and house clean to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But you should know that your clothes can carry the virus, too. Experts don’t know exactly how long. But they suspect it could be anywhere from several hours to an entire day… More »

Whatever you do to prevent coronavirus today, dramatically increases your and your family’s chances of making it through the coming months safely. Here are six small things that will help you avoid the virus and stay healthy.More »

With natural alternatives that have been proven as effective or even more effective, why subject yourself to the risks of statins? In fact, there’s a forgotten vitamin that can safely lower “bad” LDL cholesterol without stealing your CoQ10… More »

Spring is my favorite season. Where I live, it means birds chirping, flowers sprouting, trees budding and rain — lots of it. But a recent study found that heavy spring rainfall in one American city caused cases of acute gastrointestinal illness to double! What’s that about? And could it happen where you live? More »

The news about COVID-19 is starting to look up. The latest? Researchers plan to test the power of nitric oxide to get patients with severe COVID-19 off ventilators and see how it affects the progression of the disease in those with the “mild to moderate” version, like my family just faced…
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Like most of us, you’ve probably been cleaning your house from top to bottom for weeks, trying to protect your household from the coronavirus pandemic. But if you have to get out on occasion for essentials, like me, you may have forgotten about this COVID-19 petri dish…More »

It’s estimated that 35 percent of us suffer from metabolic syndrome, a serious condition associated with everything from heart disease to fatty liver disease to type 2 diabetes… even dementia. But getting more of an important nutrient could be your first step to defeating it. More »

If you’re like most people, you’re not a planner when it comes to protein… Some meals you eat lots of protein. Other meals you don’t eat much. But you figure it all evens out in end. Unfortunately, that assumption could cost you something very important — your muscles. More »

One quarter of new cancer diagnoses are in people ages 65 to 74. Given these numbers, prevention efforts should be focused on addressing the particular challenges and cancer risk factors faced by older adults. That’s why experts came together to examine how cancer in this age group could be better prevented… More »

We’re finding out more about COVID-19 every day, including symptoms, like fever and a dry, persistent cough… as well as the odd symptoms like red eyes or a sudden loss of your sense of smell. This month, several studies have uncovered a few more unusual signs to watch for…More »

Losing just ten pounds over ten years may cut your risk of developing arthritis by more than 50 percent. In addition to causing pain, carrying too much stomach fat puts you at risk for serious life-threatening consequences. But you may be surprised to learn how much vitamin C can help… More »

There’s not much that’s more miserable than a migraine… The pain that comes with one alone is bad enough, but the nausea, light and sound sensitivity, and the fact that one can steal days and days of your life is like adding insult to injury, something I know all too well. More »

You’ve probably heard that people with chronic health conditions are more at risk for developing a severe case of COVID-19. That includes people with high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease and a wide range of other issues. But what if their medicines increase their risk? More »

You’ve heard you should avoid too much salt in your diet because it could lead to blood pressure problems. The tasty condiment can be a double-edged sword, delivering great taste with real danger. And now there’s one more reason to watch your salt intake closer than ever before…More »

Nothing brings a person into a doctor’s office faster than pain. Sure, you can try over-the-counter pills, too. Problem is, you could easily have troubling side effects, even if the medication is effective. Rather than risk additional health issues, why not try… More »

If you’re suffering with clinically diagnosed, long-term depression, every single aspect of your life is altered. Depression can rule your days. And you may or may not be aware of the dangers associated with SSRIs. Good news is Stanford is seeing great results with a drug-free treatment… More »

There’s no denying that vitamin D plays an important role in your immune system. Vitamin D helps regulate immune response and, specifically, helps your body determine when it needs to send out its immune defenders… Can vitamin D reduce the risk and/or severity of COVID-19? More »

Scientists worldwide are scrambling to figure out important, life-saving information about COVID-19. And one of the most pressing questions they’ve been working round the clock to answer is: Are people who contract the virus immune to it afterward? And if so, for how long?More »

Even if you’re doing everything right when it comes to vitamin D, there are still several sneaky factors that can keep your vitamin D levels lower than you’d like, and set you up for disease or infection… More »

Have you heard of comparative suffering? Think of those times you’ve felt bad about a loss or a situation (like being isolated), but guilt yourself because someone else may have it worse. These feelings are a sort of grief that triggers cortisol. If you don’t acknowledge them, it makes you sick… More »

Stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability in the U.S., predominately striking older adults and reducing mobility in half of those survivors. Despite these bleak statistics, researchers have found a way to improve recovery that could improve life after a stroke… More »

Coronavirus hotspots are popping up everywhere. But we’re all facing COVID-19. No matter where you live, it’s in your backyard. So in addition to heading precautions to avoid it, some of us need to be extra vigilant about the weaknesses coronavirus can exploit.More »

Antibiotic alternatives have been around for millennia before penicillin was discovered. These 9 antibiotic alternative foods and herbs haven’t lost their ability to fight bacteria, parasites, viruses, and fungi. More »

If you work at balancing your blood sugar, you know that rice and potatoes can be a real problem. But they’re hard to give up, right? What if you could just replace half a serving of potatoes with a certain veggie and lower blood sugar spikes by 35%?  More »

One of the trickiest parts about the COVID-19 crisis is diagnosis. There are a lot of barriers — the shortage of tests, the severity and variety of symptoms, the overwhelm of the medical community and the fact that one in five people with COVID-19 has another virus that may steal the diagnosis… More »