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There’s a strong argument for getting your basic nutrition from whole foods rather than taking a fistful of supplements each day. One reason for this is because whole foods contain blends of vitamins and minerals that when consumed together, enhance their individual potencies. Here are 8 to pair for bigger benefits…

Many of us still believe that heart disease is far more of a danger to men than women. And, when we think about our hormones and the dangers of menopause, we tend to zero in on breast cancer. However, the truth is that heart disease is a bigger threat, and menopause a big contributor…

We all know that keeping thoughts and emotions bottled up inside can cause unnecessary stress, anxiety, depression and other mental health problems. But did you know staying quiet when you really want to express yourself can actually harm you physically?

During my late teens and early 20s, I was vegan. And like a lot of vegans, I was all about fake meat… Soy, tempeh, seitan. Fake burgers, bacon, chicken. I tried them all. But there was one fake meat that stood out from the rest…

Whatever makes poop a taboo topic in our minds, it’s time to get over it. After all, as the famous children’s book says, “Everybody poops.” So why not learn a bit more about what’s happening in our own bodies? And why not start now by checking out the answers to seven pressing poop questions…

There are two ingredients Puerto Ricans eat far more than other Americans do. In fact, it’s not uncommon for them to eat these flavorful foods every single day. What effect does eating so many amazing alliums have on Puerto Ricans? It may be why they’re way less likely to get breast cancer than us mainlanders.

Weight gain can really creep up on you as you get older. But gaining 5ish to 20ish pounds increases your risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes substantially. So, if you can keep your body weight stable as you get older, you’ll be better off. And I know a simple (and scrumptious) way to do that.

As long as there have been people, there have been stories of a fountain of youth that can turn back the clock and keep you forever young. But, while I’m sure some of us would like to live forever, I think most of us would settle for a way to just slow down the clock a bit. These scientists think they have…

Pumpkins signal fall and one of our favorite, fun holidays. But pumpkins are so much more than a traditional Halloween decoration. When you start carving yours, save those seeds for a snack with major benefits…

Staying in the hospital isn’t fun. But did you know it leaves a mark on your health when you leave? Not an obvious one like a surgical scar. This mark is impossible to see with the naked eye because it’s deep inside a vital organ responsible for helping you recover…

Some people swear hand sanitizer is far superior to plain old soap, while others wouldn’t trust a bottle of that goo as far as they could throw it. The debate may still go on, but at least when it comes to reducing the spread of the flu virus, recent research shows there’s a clear winner…

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and the second most common cause of cancer death in women. That’s the bad news. The good news is that simple lifestyle changes can go a long way in reducing your risk of breast cancer…

Fasting is all the rage. Research shows these diets can slow down aging. Reverse type 2 diabetes. They may even reduce breast cancer risk. But drastically reducing calories long term may have unanticipated effects on certain body parts…

Green tea’s polyphenols reduce the risk of cancer and its other compounds protect against neurodegenerative disorders, like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. It contains caffeine that boosts your brain function. It makes your metabolism work better. And it kills bacteria and viruses. And, yet, green tea has another gift for humankind…

Summer’s over and we’re moving into that time of year where for many of us, it’s hard to find time to take a day off. After all, after using your vacation days over the summer and with the holidays just around the corner, slowing down can mean getting so far behind your never able to catch up. But you’re not out of luck…

The health promoting benefits don’t stop with the oil that comes from this tasty fruit of the olive tree. In fact, the leaf of the olive tree contains a wealth of powerful health agents that lower blood pressure, improve heart health, and even lower the risk of cancer.

Prostate cancer is scary. While chances of survival are good compared to some cancers, as long as it’s found early, it’s still the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men. Every day in this country, eighty-eight men die from the disease. But a study evaluating more than 36,000 men shows you can significantly reduce your risk.

You probably know what junk food does to your body… You develop a belly bulge. You can’t fit into your favorite jeans. It could lead to metabolic syndrome or diabetes. But long before any of these changes, a high-carb, high-fat diet is making serious, hard-to-reverse changes to your brain in record time.

When you think about the risks associated with high blood pressure, what’s the first one that comes to mind? For me, it’s heart attacks. After heart attacks, it’s strokes. But down the list of high blood pressure-related risks, there’s another noteworthy risk I never knew about…

A small pilot study took a deeper look at the connection between the gut microbiome and neurodegenerative diseases. Not only did it discover that Alzheimer’s biomarkers appear in the gut, mirroring what’s happening in the brain, but it also gave strong indications on how to reduce signs the disease is developing…

There’s no shortage of excuses to put off exercise till you realize you might have needed it. But is there really any reason to get started later in life? Or is it just plain too late, and have the benefits you would have gotten (like muscle strength) from exercise passed you by? The answer is surprising…

Every cigarette robs the smoker of 7 to 11 minutes of their life. That’s more than 3 hours for every pack. Now, there are plenty of “quit smoking” aids. But this isn’t about those methods. If those haven’t worked, let me share how two important people in my life ditched the habit — forever…

Most of modern medicine’s “wonder drugs” don’t start in a lab. They start in a bug. Or a bush. Or a berry. Or in some cases, a pile of dirt on Easter Island… Back in the 60s, Canadian scientists set off to Easter Island to search for natural compounds to fight microbes. But they found something even more amazing…

Even though I would love to look younger and have smooth, wrinkle-free skin, I don’t want to head off to one of those medical spas and have a doctor inject toxins to freeze my wrinkles or syringes of fillers to plump my skin. Luckily, a new study has the answer — no doctors or injections necessary!

Once considered a new age therapy, like many people I was a little skeptical about what biofeedback could do for my headaches. Boy, was I pleasantly surprised. Now, a new study has taken a deeper look at biofeedback and proven its worth for two other difficult-to-treat conditions…

Steroid shots are a common occurrence in most doctor’s offices. After all they may seem like a cure-all for what ails you… especially aches and pains in your joints due to inflammation. Here are 10 types of conditions they can help, and when to know if you need to consider other options…

Despite the debate on meat’s health merits, most meat-eaters are confident about one fact: White meat is healthier than red. Well, before you cook up a white meat feast fit for a king, you should know that chicken isn’t the perfect alternative to red meat we thought it was…

The benefits of B12 are real. But to be fair, many vitamins and supplements have benefits that rival the manufactured, high-price tagged drug options. Not only can you feel better with adequate B12, but it also helps tone down the highly inflammatory metabolite, homocysteine. Here’s why it’s a big deal…

Everyone knows the biggest risk factors for cardiovascular disease… Smoking. Age. High blood pressure. High cholesterol. Family history. Lack of exercise. Obesity. No surprises here. But there’s something else that’s seriously affecting your heart that’s not in the list of usual suspects…

After a sleepless night, you’re not your best self the next day. You notice every little annoying thing about everything and everyone you interact with all day. Because basically, the less sleep you get, the harder it is to see the world through a positive lens. And here’s the problem with that…

When I was in college, I accompanied one of my sorority sisters to a wedding in South Carolina. But what I remember most was an appetizer that was served at the reception: Pickled shrimp. It was delicious. I know it’s meant to be an appetizer, but on sweltering summer days I like to serve it on top of a bed of lettuce as dinner.

If you want to prevent cancer, you need to do one thing above all else: detoxify. Because let’s face it, you’re confronted by carcinogens around every corner — in your furniture, clothing, food, air, water — and your body needs help getting rid of them.

There’s been a lot of concern lately among men about reduced testosterone. To some degree, this is driven by pharmaceutical companies marketing testosterone replacement therapies (TRT). In addition, men are showing greater concern about their health and quality of life.

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) may not sound like a big deal. Especially, if you’ve never had it. But if you’re one of the nine million Americans on the receiving end of this disorder, you know it’s more serious than it sounds…

People who suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome face a double whammy of misery from their disease… firstly, debilitating fatigue that persists even after rest — and perhaps even worse, the misperception that it’s all in their heads…

Yes, I know that when most people eat meat or poultry, they’re eating things like steaks, roasts, breast meat, chicken legs and wings. But the conventional wisdom that restricts us to these kinds of foods is giving you a bum steer. For optimal nutritional health …

Many of us have spent the long, cold winter inside. And when we workout, it’s usually indoors as well—at home or in the gym. Thankfully, it’s finally warm and sunny out. That means now is the time to get outside and make exercising fun.

Let’s face it: If you’re a man, you want that natural male V-taper. You want your muscles to be strong and have mass so you can look like a man should look.

Tension in the upper back, shoulders and neck is no fun. We work long hours, seated at a desk or driving in cars, typing, texting or playing ipad games. This simple stretching routine will loosen all those muscles and relieve your pain.

My favorite tomato sandwich has always been bacon, lettuce and tomato on toasted white bread with mayonnaise. But I’ve come up with a new, healthy way to get my BLT fix…

Sleep is soothing. It allows you to recharge and seize the day — day after day. But it’s more than just an opportunity to rest. In fact, sleep is so vital to your health and wellness that your body is …

Imagine your “check oil” light comes on. You’re your short on time, so you cover it with a piece of tape. Now you can’t see the light. But does that really fix anything? This is how mainstream medicine wants you to think about your body…

If you haven’t already heard, fortifying your gut with beneficial bacteria can help you overcome stomach problems like IBS, avoid colon cancer, boost your bones and even promote younger looking skin. Now you can add reducing breast cancer to the list…

I turned 53 a few weeks ago and it reinforced my focus on increasing my performance and energy levels as I age. I’ve increased my T naturally 36% over the last five years by focusing on my lifestyle, diet, and exercise. Use these tips to get the energy boost you need in later life.

Researchers in Australia have discovered a new prescription that seems to be effective against blood pressure… and get this: It has no adverse side effects. This ‘wonder drug’ also also shows promise at relieving heart disease, stress, anxiety and depression.

What causes high blood pressure? Unfortunately, it’s complicated, and there isn’t just one smoking gun. There are really no telltale signs. One of the key elements to remember …

If you have ever wondered if that drug the doctor is offering you will really work… if want to know how far the drug companies will go to lie to you, deceive you, and grab all of your money that they can, keep reading.

Its “golden” color comes from one of the strongest diabetes-busting compounds we know of… and scientists have now put it to the test. Will it work better than the pharmaceuticals?

It’s funny how things change. What was once considered the lore of the lazy, the herb of fringe spirituality, and a schedule 1 controlled substance that is federally illegal, is now looked at by many as a miracle cure for all ailments. But is cannabis really all that?

Is marijuana medicine? There are an increasing number of medical illnesses that are effectively treated by marijuana. And to date, there are more than 20,000 published scientific studies or reviews referencing marijuana and its cannabinoids.

Bananas are a favorite in the Martin house because of their links to lowering blood pressure, reducing cancer risk and improving heart health. And of course, they add just the right amount of sweetness to monkey salad.

A migraine is not your run-of-the mill headache. And if you’re one of the millions of Americans who’s had one, you know there are no words to describe the excruciating pain. But now, there may be help…

Research continues to validate the medicinal properties of some of nature’s most powerful healing plants. Some have been passed down by traditional herbal healers; others have been discovered unexpectedly by researchers searching for cures to our most critical health conditions…

Large clinical trials have now verified that natural (bio-identical) estrogens and progesterone are effective for curbing menopausal symptoms. Even more importantly, they reduce diseases such as breast cancer, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer’s dementia…

A lot of research has been coming to light lately about the benefits of light. Getting the right type of light at the right time can do everything from help you lose weight to ease your chronic migraine symptoms. But not just any light will produce these incredible results…

When I switched diets, some of my friends ridiculed the idea that such a simple diet change could clear up my arthritis. But they were proved wrong when research found how certain foods can set your joints on fire. As far as a clearer mind, well, they’ve caught up to that truth as well…

The ancient Chinese Daoists had a grasp of something extraordinary. They developed detailed and complex methods of exercise, martial arts, diet, restoring health, preparing herbal medicines and understanding human energy systems. Among these insights into the human body were systems of …

If you’re following a restrictive diet plan, you’re changing the way your body wants to eat. When you do that, your ‘hunger hormone’ kicks in and is poised and ready to sabotage all your best efforts. For weight loss success you’ve got to eat…

Diabetes is a symptomatic disease: You get it because of a more serious underlying condition … insulin dysfunction. But one basic food ingredient may defeat this illness and put you on a path to optimal health.

If you’ve been a little lax about following your doctor’s advice to lose a few pounds or keep a tighter reign on your blood sugar or blood pressure, here’s a little “pill” of information he or she may not have given you …