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This may seem obvious, but chronic back pain can wreak havoc on your ability to get a good night’s sleep. Many people turn to both pain medication and sleeping pills. But taking sleep and pain medications together can be a recipe for disaster. Boston Medical Center found two things that work…

METs stands for metabolic equivalents. Using METs is a way of comparing the energy expenditure of different activities. One MET is defined as the energy you use when you’re resting or sitting still. When I climb the stairs, I could be expending as much as 4 METs. When they add up, you send cancer walking.

Researchers have identified 10 vitamins, minerals and nutrients most of us aren’t getting enough of in our diets. In some cases, you may want to take a supplement to get your levels of these nutrients up to snuff. In other cases, you may not. Either way, make sure you don’t ignore these critical nutrients…

Certain areas of your brain may be more at risk and play a bigger role in cognitive decline as they lose volume with each passing year, especially your brain’s grey matter. As it shrinks, so can your ability to remain independent. But you can pump it up…

Having a little foot pain here and there is not generally something you need to worry about. However, If you live with certain types of foot pain, day in and day out, there could be something more going on. That’s because certain health problems cause foot symptoms that you should never ignore, like these…

Chronic pain can bring depression and a feeling of hopelessness. It can even cause changes in your brain that can lead to cognitive decline. So the connection between pain and your brain go hand in hand. What if those pain centers of the brain could be deactivated? Would you volunteer to see how it works?

Living with low T can lead to far more than feeling older and more out of shape than you would like. In fact, low testosterone in men is linked to a higher risk of death from heart disease and other causes. One of the easiest ways to boost it is through weight loss, unless you make this very common diet mistake…

Vascular age is the “age” of your arteries based on the condition they’re in. You could be sixty with the arteries of an eighty-year-old, or vice versa. As you can imagine, vascular age is pretty important, because it impacts your risk of cardiovascular disease. So, let’s talk about turning the clock back on them…

A network of body clocks regulates pretty much every bodily function. They create circadian rhythms (bodily changes that run on a daily cycle, triggered by light and darkness) and make sure everything’s on time. One clock, in particular, takes care of your lungs, where your sleep habits could wreak havoc…

73 percent of Americans are carrying around an unhealthy amount of weight. That’s a shocking statistic because it directly connects to ever-rising rates of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, hypertension and more. It’s not all our faults though. We are being addicted to disease-causing foods…

While one in 31 American women dies from breast cancer each year, heart disease is the real threat, killing one out of every three of us. We associate fatal coronary heart disease with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and blocked arteries. But there’s another factor we’ve known about for years that’s taken a back seat…

Research shows that people with diabetes who follow keto have lower blood sugar and need less insulin. The keto diet also reduces the risk of diabetes for people who don’t already have it. Is that enough to make you throw away your bread and pasta? Maybe. Maybe not. If you love your carbs, I have good news…

Exposure to air pollution can cause heart disease, stroke, cancer, kidney disease, even diabetes. It can infect your brain and dramatically increase your chances of Alzheimer’s. So run, don’t walk, to the nearest produce aisle and start eating the tiny veggie that can help eliminate these deadly toxins from your body.

Having sex regularly comes with a long list of health benefits. For starters, sex can help lower your risk of heart attack and boost your immune system. But women may find this the best benefit of all…

Do you ever feel like you need more space in your brain? The fact is… all of us put far too much pressure on our brains. That can lead to burnout, exhaustion, depression and even break downs. But researchers uncovered a way to take some pressure off your brain, so it works better…

Behavior and lifestyle choices can increase the odds you’ll live a long and healthy life. But, according to research, there’s one behavior a woman can engage in that will grant her more years, and more health to enjoy them…

Snow shoveling can be a great muscle stretcher and calorie burner. But you may not know that it places great demands on your cardiovascular system, as high, in fact, as a cardiac stress test on a treadmill or bicycle. That’s just one way it increases heart attack and even stroke risk if you’re not careful…

Isn’t it funny how when big corporations start selling something that’s supposedly good for your health, it so often turns out to be far worse for you than your original problem? Well, that’s exactly the case when it comes to artificial sweeteners.

Calorie counting isn’t just about weight loss. Overdoing calories for a long time can increase risks for diseases like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Something easier to count? How about how much you’d have to exercise to work off your food?

The Migraine Research Foundation tells us that 12 percent of the U.S. population suffers from migraines. And stroke risk is doubled for at least a quarter of them. Now, a review of research shows an inexpensive and easily available remedy could be the key to treatment and prevention…

Nothing can prepare you for a stroke. It’s sudden. And it’s scary. And there are no promises when it comes to recovery. But what if there was a way to make sure that, if you had a stroke, the repercussions would be less severe, and you would recover quicker?

Long before Big Pharma was around, essential oils were used to control pain, ease stress and stimulate the immune system to fight colds and flu. Research continues into the ways that essential oils can make us healthier, including their power to control inflammation and help wounds heal quickly and safely.

When winter rolls around, in addition to stocking up our medicine cabinet, I stock up our vitamin cabinet with supplements that get us through the season happier and healthier — and hopefully unscathed. Here are our five ‘can’t be without’ supplements for winter…

There’s a connection between diabetes and heart health… no doubt about it… People with diabetes are more likely to develop heart disease. They’re more likely to have a heart attack. They’re more likely to go into heart failure. Why?

A whopping 54 percent of the resolutions made on January 1st involve weight loss goals. Unfortunately, only about 8 percent hold up. But, don’t give up… A little-known study found you don’t have to stick to a certain diet or give up as much as you think to lose considerable weight…

If you look at stomach cancer statistics, you’ll see that less people are getting this terrible disease than ever before. That’s good news. But it’s also misleading… Even though stomach cancer is getting diagnosed less overall, it’s on the rise in one surprising group — people under 60.

This endocrine-disrupting chemical increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes, asthma, and infertility, as well as cancer. And guess what? The FDA and other regulatory agencies have underestimated our exposure to BPA by as much as 44 times the average levels! Time to start protecting yourself…

You’ve probably heard of irritable bowel syndrome. And most people have heard of inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. But there’s a lesser-known condition that, on its own, can totally disrupt your gut health in addition to contributing to others. Is it behind your pain?

It’s funny how common certain beliefs about aging are. Everybody will need glasses. Everybody’s memory will slip. Everybody will lose hearing. Well, hold on… A 20 year study says what you eat can help you avoid hearing loss. It’s the best diet you’ve never “heard” of…

By your 50s, your risk of breast cancer is 1 in 43 and by 60, a scary 1 in 29. But according to a new study from investigators at the American Cancer Society and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, even if you’re over 50, it’s not too late to lower your breast cancer risk significantly…

Products, recipes and advice on fasting, cleansing and detoxing are abundant these days. Any number of cleansing protocols could be beneficial. But a simple supplement you may already take could be the easiest answer to eliminating these unwanted chemicals and more …

Deciding to start anything new warrants consideration. Will it benefit you? Are there any cons? Am I going about this the best way possible? The same goes for deciding to make certain life changes as we age. Sometimes we wonder if it’s just too late to make a difference.

Poor circulation can result from disease. But most of us are threatened by the dangers of poor circulation because we sit for too long and get little exercise. And that’s a surefire way to die earlier…

Imagine being 80 or even 90 years old and still having the memory and mental sharpness you did when you were 25. It’s everyone’s dream. Here’s how to keep your brain from shrinking and make it your reality…

Menopause symptoms are more than an annoyance for many women. Hot flashes can be downright miserable and embarrassing if they catch you off guard. And deciding how to alleviate these symptoms can be vey complex.

When I was a child, I frequently had a cough and sore throat due to allergies. Mom always came to the rescue with a hot cup of tea with honey and lemon, that seemed to soothe my cough. Was it really effective or did I experience a placebo effect?

It doesn’t matter that the U.S. spends more on health care than other wealthy nations. It is not quality of care, but our daily work environment that is killing us.

Regular detox is an ancient, time honored practice that’s been cherished over the millennia for its ability to promote optimal health and vitality. When done gently with nourishing practices that also support overall health, a detoxifying cleanse can be a direct path to increased energy, wellbeing and happiness.

Imagine you’re sitting at your computer catching up on emails, paying bills, scanning Facebook, when all of sudden the left side of your face and arm feel numb. You try talking and you realize your speech is slurred. You are having a stroke–and this habit prevents…

If you have asthma, allergies or a tendency toward respiratory infections, you can breathe a sigh of relief. There’s a vitamin that can improve your respiratory health tremendously.

Your core performs five types of tasks for you daily. That’s a lot of multi-tasking being handled by three muscle groups — those in your abdominal, back and pelvis area.

Running a marathon is sort of a bucket list “must-have.” My suggestion? Embrace the 5K. Why do I love the five-kilometer distance so much? Let me count the ways.

The “experts” in the media have repeated for years that the best way to lose excess fat is to take it off slowly and steadily. A recent study shows that advice to be backwards.

Excess estrogen in our environment is a threat that’s causing breast cancer … but there’s another hormonal imbalance that increases breast cancer risk.

We are equipped with excellent detoxification systems: Lungs, kidneys, liver, skin, digestive tract and other organs support toxin removal through a network of complex biochemical reactions. While these systems do an excellent job on their own, they are often overburdened and need extra help.

If you suffer migraine headaches, you’re familiar with their severe pain and the way these headaches make it impossible to cope with your daily routine. But a review of ways to cope with migraines shows that there’s a natural treatment you can use to fight against the pain.

Do you have a nightly cocktail because it’s good for you heart? If you do, I have bad news… it may not be as heart healthy as you thought.

If you learned anything from Popeye, it’s that spinach is the secret to healthy muscles. But the muscle-boosting power doesn’t come from iron, and you don’t have to limit yourself to spinach…

Are you hungry when you eat? Or do you eat out of habit… or worse, out of sadness or boredom? That’s emotional eating and it’s a trap that makes differentiating real physical hunger from emotional cravings difficult.

We live in a world where everything we eat and use pushes us toward estrogen dominance. Meanwhile, many newer studies now show that estrogen, specifically estradiol, increases the risk for and actually causes breast cancer and prostate cancer.

Sometimes I’ll cook a healthy meal and then eat too much of it. But with age comes wisdom, and I know that I will eat right if I simplify access to healthy foods as part of my daily routine. My recipe for Spicy, Cheesy Black Beans is on my meal plan. I like to eat this for lunch at work.

If you give in to fast food cravings for those oh-so-good, but oh-so-bad for you burgers, fries and thighs you could be putting your brain at perilous risk of memory-destroying inflammation.

Do you think you sweat too much? Most of us do, but some of us feel we sweat more than anyone else on the planet. Truth be told, most of us perspire on the heavy side and it’s perfectly normal. However, hyperhidrosis is a not-too-common condition in which people sweat excessively.

Most people will tell you coffee isn’t good for your teeth. But most people are wrong… Well, not entirely. Coffee is acidic. And it does dull your smile. But new and surprising benefits for your teeth and bones may be worth it…

Reports continue to warn us of the harmful effects of repeat exposure to pollutants like pesticides, heavy metals and other industrial byproducts, chemicals found in processed foods and common household items. So it’s no wonder our bodies need help detoxifying. But a number of experts aren’t so sure…

Pain. You feel it in your joints, muscles, tendons… and you’re starting to notice it more and more… after prolonged sitting and even when you step out of bed first thing in the morning.

Psoriasis is a “hush-hush” disease. But it’s time to clear the air about psoriasis (and hopefully your skin too) by busting some common myths about this chronic and uncomfortable disease.

If you could burn more fat every day by simply changing the order and timing of things you’re likely doing already, would you? I thought so. Here’s how it works…

A growing body of research suggests that adding a little spice to your daily diet not only lowers pain, but may help you live longer by also lowering cholesterol, inflammation — and your cancer risk.

Most diets can be a real headache. Too many rules about what to eat and portion sizes are enough to drive you over the edge. Stress and hunger set in and you’re ready to give up. If that’s your experience, you’re following the wrong one. Here are a few simple tips that can…