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The nutritional content and disease-fighting power of mushrooms is unparalleled. In fact, they might just be the perfect food. They act as natural antibiotics and contain beta-glucans that boost your immune system. But if you cook your fungi the wrong way, you’re destroying all of that before it reaches your plate!

Most of us didn’t know what celiac disease was 20, 30 or 40 years ago. But nowadays, it’s hard to find someone who hasn’t heard of this autoimmune disease triggered by gluten. Why is celiac disease’s spotlight bigger than ever before? Let me tell you, along with the “other” problem it causes…

The keto diet kicks the body into ketosis, causing it to burn fat. It’s thought to induce weight loss because keto food fills you up. It also helps burn more of the calories you do eat. These are big weight loss benefits, but keto has also been shown to have some pretty powerful effects on several health conditions…

If you’re about my age, the beginning of puberty for you was probably a long, long time ago. And, you may be wondering why it even matters now. Well, it matters now, because we’re at the age where our bone strength really matters — a lot.

I love animals — dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, gerbils, ferrets, and even reptiles. (I wouldn’t want to cuddle with a snake, but I think they’re fun to watch from a safe distance.) If you’re an animal lover like me, I’m guessing you have a few furry, feathered or scaled family members in your household. And if you do, I have good news…

Living with chronic pain can turn your world upside down. I’ve been there. That’s why I’m excited about some hopeful news for anyone living with depression, pain, or both. Science has uncovered something that may offer a way out of pain and depression, without the risk of becoming addicted to the cure.

Your autonomic nervous system controls many of the bodily functions that you don’t even have to think about. But, as you age, that balance begins to tip to your sympathetic nervous system. This imbalance makes you more susceptible to the unhealthier side of aging. But there’s a novel way to get balanced…

Drug and chemotherapy treatments for early-stage cancer have become more successful in recent years. Up to 30 percent of women show no signs of cancer following chemo. But how do they know their cancer has truly gone into remission so they can live without that terrible worry hanging over their head?

You want to get in shape. So, you go to a boot camp exercise class in a nearby strip mall gym, and it kicks your butt. Sure, challenging exercise has its place. But people who struggle with moderate or intense exercise, shouldn’t get discouraged. Low-key exercise can pay off big time too…

I know fried food isn’t healthy. But I let myself indulge in it more often than I probably should. Unfortunately, all fried food is equally unhealthy in one important sense — the oil. You may not know most oils are unstable and produce a chemical linked to cancer. It can also make tumors double in size…

When most of us think of arthritis, we probably think of the classic stiff, achy joints of the most common type of the disease, osteoarthritis. But, there’s another type of arthritis that’s a whole different animal, an autoimmune disease that attacks your joints, leaving them painful, swollen and even disfigured.

If I opened and closed the front door of my house 60 times a minute, it would probably fly off its hinges in a month! But that’s exactly what your heart valves do. There are no medications for treating valve problems. The only way to fix a severely malfunctioning valve is to replace it. But there are a few things you can do to keep your heart valves in tip-top shape…

Kickboxing is a form of martial arts that combines karate with boxing. But don’t be fooled into thinking that you’re too old to engage in such a strenuous activity. For older adults, the benefits in terms of weight loss, stress relief, better balance and improved concentration are hard to beat!

Whole wheat. Sprouted wheat. Gluten-free. And that’s just the beginning. Are you confused about bread these days? I know I was. Until I did a little research. When you understand what some of the words you see on bread labels REALLY mean, it becomes easier to decide which one is right for you.

If you have an autoimmune disease, you know about fatigue. How it prevents you from working, going out with friends, keeping up with your housework and living a normal life — probably more so than any other autoimmune disease symptom. The question is… what (if anything) can you do about it?

You’ve heard us talk here about the health benefits of a periodic detox to cleanse and rejuvenate the health of the body. But, have you ever considered a “digital detox”?

Stem cell therapy has moved from the laboratory to your doctor’s office. You may be pleasantly surprised at how stem cells — from your own body — can transform, improve and remedy problems in just about any part of your body. Here’s more on stem cell therapies and the real-world applications available to you…

If you’ve been suffering from unexplained headaches, bowel troubles or allergy-like symptoms, it may be time to look at your diet and eliminate some of the ingredients in processed foods. Here’s a closer look at each type of additive and the health problems associated with it.

With age, most of us may be on the lookout for warning signs of Alzheimer’s… things like forgetfulness, difficulty following simple instructions, personality changes and problems communicating. But there’s one sign you might not know about… Depression. And its link to Alzheimer’s shows on the brain.

Whatever you think about cannabis, there’s no denying it’s a promising pain reliever — especially in a world where our only options are OTC pain relievers that increase the odds of internal bleeding and insanely-addictive opioids. So why are more people popping aspirin or opioids than cannabis products for their pain?

Did you know that not all types of fat are created equal? And, I’m not talking about the types of fat you eat, but the types of fat you have on your body. Yup, there is such a thing as good fat that you actually want to have more of, especially if you’d like to win the battle with obesity and diabetes…

Have you ever noticed how many expressions that describe anxiety include the word “gut”? “I could feel it in my gut.” “I had a gut feeling that something was wrong.” Turns out that this association between our innards and our feelings of anxiety may have crept into our language by way of actual, biological fact.

Fat around your heart is a dangerous thing. It’s linked to cardiovascular disease and the possibility of early death. But can you slim your heart down the same way you do your body? Research found the best ways to knock off up to 30 percent of two types of dangerous heart fat…

Meat gets quite the bad rap these days. Most experts tell us we need to eat less — if any at all — to avoid some of the scarier diseases… like heart disease and cancer. They also tell us that those who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet live much longer and healthier lives than meat eaters. Now, I swore off red meat a while back. It made me feel “off.” But chicken… that’s my weakness.

Cigarette smoke is bad for you… whether you’re the one smoking or the one caught in the aftermath. Asthma, ear infections, respiratory infections and, yes, even cancer are all on the table if you inhale enough of it. But there’s another surprising effect of cigarette smoke that can hurt us all, either way…

One of my longtime friends is absolutely gorgeous but never thought so herself. That’s because despite all of her natural beauty, she had acne scarring from the time she was in her teens. And, every single time she looked in a mirror, those scars were all she could see.

People go keto for a lot of reasons. To fit into that one pair of jeans… to balance blood sugar to prevent (or even reverse) conditions like prediabetes and diabetes… to replace brain fog and mid-afternoon slumps with keto euphoria and a clear mind. But there’s one benefit that’s not on most keto dieters’ radar — at least not yet…

Would you knowingly wash your hair with a chemical that could give you osteoporosis? Would you get in the shower every morning and lather up with something that would irreparably damage your kidneys or lungs? Or that could cause cancer? I thought not.

One of the casualties of modern-day life is home cooking. Not surprisingly, 90 percent of us don’t like to do it. No wonder more and more people eat out. But it’s getting even harder to differentiate the restaurant foods that might not be so bad from the ones that are a heart attack waiting to happen…

I’m one of those weird people who actually likes going to the gym. To me, working out, while necessary, is also fun. In fact, I drive my oldest daughter crazy since she absolutely hates to run and I’m always trying to encourage her to do a mile or two with me. But, one thing I don’t like about the gym is how I smell by the time I leave.

For better or worse, social media has taken the world hostage. Many people are glued to their Facebook pages, Twitter feeds, Instagrams and other social media platforms out there today.

It’s important to know not only how to increase your levels, but to also be on guard against the sneaky ways magnesium can be leached from body.

Tired of being told to eat your broccoli and kale? Then pick some tasty fruit instead. Adults who snack on fruit are less likely to experience heart attack or stroke than those who don’t. So grab some…

If the last time you ran a mile was in your high school gym class, it might be time to dust off your running shoes. But only if you’re interested in running away from one of the most deadly and widespread diseases of the modern age…

When your HGH is topped off, it helps grow muscles and bones and aids in the breakdown of subcutaneous fat. But it has side effects and can be costly. For a completely free, totally natural HGH boost that comes with zero negative side effects…

Physicians see the chemistry and biology of pain responses — and utilize drugs and other methods to turn off pain switches or dampen responses to it. That provides temporary relief but won’t get you out of your cycle of chronic pain…

If your daily diet includes soft drinks, fast food, processed lunch meats, candy and white bread you are welcoming cancer into your body with open arms. And a recent study confirms it.

In my previous article I described the healing properties of vitamin A on eyes and skin. I’ll share what I learned while digging deeper into the subject of cosmeceuticals, including the topical vitamin A ingredients.

Can you imagine competing in track and field championships in your 80s and 90s? If you answered no, I’m here to tell you that people do it. You don’t have to — but you may want to share their strength and stamina…

In the United States, one in two men and one in three women will develop cancer at some point in their lifetime. But this discovery affects cancer like no other known compound, even the most difficult to treat.

You may not have the vocal prowess of Mariah Carey (or even Britney Spears for that matter), but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t sing. It turns out singing can deliver some serious health benefits that are well worth the embarrassment even if you have less than perfect pitch.

When chronic lower back pain is preventing you from living your life, it’s tempting to rely on heavy-duty painkillers and steroid injections just to get some relief. But what if there was a safer, side-effect free way to get your life back?

Why do some people get very sick from the flu while others seem to be immune to it? Considering that last year’s vaccine was only about 19 percent effective, this is a vitally important question. The answer is…

One of my favorite aspects of the paleo diet is the snacks. The tasty treats you can have when you adopt a paleo eating plan are not only filling, they come loaded with important, health-boosting nutrients.

Long hours of work, endless loops of mental clutter, sitting more than moving, and especially travel take their daily toll on our minds, bodies and energy systems. Today’s video will share with you powerful yet simple eight movement exercises to help rejuvenate the body.

It’s finally happened. Your doctor has put a name to your illness. The years of not feeling quite right; of fatigue, achiness and brain fog finally have an explanation. And it all makes sense.

In case you need more reasons to have sex, there are some surprising health benefits of sex for men that might just motivate you to grab your partner.

Your body gets compressed all day between stress and poor posture — then again at night with repetitive sleeping positions. You end up with headaches, neck pain, back pain and more. But with just a few simple stretches, you can re-energize your body…

Hint: It’s not olive oil… but it is an excellent source of cancer-fighting flavonoid polyphenols, immune-boosting vitamin E and antioxidants–not to mention that one component that works against heart disease and diabetes.

For the past 20 years or more, we’ve been brainwashed to believe that we need to slather on sunscreen every day to prevent that innocent mole from turning into something malicious. All-the-while we were instigating an entirely different problem…

How often have you heard someone — most often someone in the medical field — say there’s no real reason for you to supplement with vitamins? If you want to beat cancer, don’t listen to them.

Every time you take a sip of green tea, you are fortifying your body with potent antioxidants that reduce inflammation and keep diseases at bay… unless you’ve just eaten a big kale salad, grass-fed steak or other iron-rich meal.

Lyme disease is real. And with the start of spring comes tick season, when the insects that cause the disease with their bite are emerging.

Custom-compounded bio-identical hormone therapy has been widely used and popular among doctors who practice endocrinology — the treatment of diseases related to hormones. That is, until now…

We all want fast results with minimal effort. This is especially true when it comes to health and wellness. Have you seen the infomercials? They’re stacked with fitness programming. But all this convenience comes at a cost: It doesn’t work and it’s expensive! Here’s what I’m talking about…

Anyone who’s tried to get rid of excess body fat knows those extra pounds can be extremely stubborn. Even worse, once you finally lose the weight, it can be an uphill battle to keep it off. But this one food…

The descriptions I read about vitamin A, and what’s good what for what illness, gets even me confused. What are they? Does it work for skin? What about eye health?

Studies show that the DNA in the mitochondria is especially vulnerable. Your inherent DNA repair mechanisms may not be adequate to the task of dealing with constant insults from free radical-oxidative stress exposures. Fortunately, your body can generate antioxidants to correct that imbalance…

In previous years the flu vaccine has been estimated at 50 to 60% effective. In fact, many people were disappointed that their flu shot did not protect them from getting sick with influenza.

Intentional or not, diet food made with artificial sweeteners is designed to spur cravings… cravings to eat more and more because it doesn’t do the one thing that sugar can for you.