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If you develop joint pain and stiffness as you get older, it’s easy to assume you have osteoarthritis, a common condition. But before you write off a sudden case of stiff, achy joints as a sign you’re not the spring chicken you once were, ask yourself a question — What’s my tick exposure like?

A stroke is a scary thing. The blood is cut off to an area of your brain and the cells in that area die. And because of the unique nature of a stroke and the physical and chemical changes it causes, the damage can continue — killing more brain cells even days after.

If you live with a chronic pain condition like fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis or TMJ, you know how difficult it can be to get relief. Worse, even, is getting your doctor to listen to you without thinking he believes the pain is all in your head. But researchers now have proof where this pain comes from…

There really isn’t much doubt that the standard American diet is killing a lot of us slowly. And some, very quickly. And, as if this weren’t bad enough, these dietary choices are killing our planet at the same time. But the planetary health diet could solve all of these problems. Good news is that it’s pretty flexible…

Sometimes, caffeine makes you feel like Leonardo DiCaprio in Titanic… king of the world! But drink too much, and you get anxious, jittery and it feels like your heart’s beating out of your chest. It’s common knowledge that coffee increases heart rate. But how does a daily cup impact your ticker over the long term?

Did you start the year with lofty fitness goals but slip back to your old, sedentary habits? Come January, you may find yourself filled with regret that you let another year slip by. You’ve still got six months — and luckily, the researchers at University of British Columbia found a way to make exercise easier…

Been told you need a statin and questioning whether it’s the right step for you? You’re not alone: According to the Mayo Clinic Proceedings every man over 65 and every woman over 70 qualifies to be on statin drugs. But should everyone take a drug just because they reach a certain age? This doc says no…

By the time the warning signs of elevated blood sugar show up, the damage has often been progressing silently for years. That’s a shame considering diabetes can be prevented, even reversed. What if more people at-risk could be identified sooner to prevent diabetes and its deadly complications?

Damaged or dead brain stem cells are never a good thing. They’re the cells that repair your brain tissue. In fact, fewer brain stem cells mean more brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. And there’s a popular habit that does just this…

More than three million US adults live with irritable bowel disease from either Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, and the toll can be devastating. But there’s new hope… A case study found that just giving up foods that most Americans eat in excess led to complete disease remission.

If you’re a pet owner, you probably know there are certain foods and plants that can kill your dog or cat if they swallow them. And, if you’re a parent, you definitely have a list of foods that your child should never eat. But as a healthy adult, there are also foods that are surprisingly toxic to you. Avoid these 10…

You’ve probably heard for decades that antioxidants reduce cancer risk because they counteract free radicals and prevent DNA damage. But what if the antioxidant-cancer relationship wasn’t as straightforward as it seems? What if sometimes antioxidants fought cancer… and other times they fueled it?

Excess iron can reduce your risk of high cholesterol… which is great. That means it could help prevent heart disease and strokes. But this benefit comes with some baggage… Too much increases your risk of some potentially dangerous skin infections. So how do you get just enough?

I’ve read conflicting information about the safety of artificial sweeteners. Still, I have always told my patients that diet sodas are worse for them than anything. Let me share why I still say this, and which fake sweeteners you should always avoid based on what the science shows about their safety. 

Age is one of the most accurate risk factors for death. An 80-year-old has a much higher risk of dying than a 30-year-old. We all know that. It’s just the way nature works. But did you know there’s a factor that predicts longevity better than age? And if you know it, you can dial it back…

When a medical device, procedure or drug is found to be no better than previous alternatives or even dangerous, it becomes known as a “medical reversal,” and may be taken off market. But how does an inferior treatment pass muster in the first place? I’m all for do-overs, but not when lives hang in the balance…

Whenever I try to stop eating added sugar, I fail. After a few weeks of doing without the sweet stuff, I decide to reward myself. That’s when my resolve crumbles faster than the delicious brown sugar and oatmeal topping on my apple crisp. But there’s hope for me (and you, too, if you share my angst) on the horizon…

You might already have Amazon’s Alexa in your house — at least have seen the TV commercials. The technology is helpful for everything from making phone calls and turning on our lights to discovering a new recipe and keeping up to date on the latest news. But Alexa may be good for more than just making your life easier… it could save your life too.

Seniors represent a growing population at special risk of cancer. In fact, more than two-thirds of all new cancers are diagnosed in adults age 60 and up. That means of all the cancer diagnoses that will occur this year, over 67 percent will be in in people over 60.

Eating an entire bag of your favorite chips may not seem like a big deal.. especially if stress is driving your actions. You deserve these guilty pleasures, right? But if you’re social distancing and dealing with anxiety, the detrimental effects of stress eating is the last thing you need…

I’m all about thinking age-positive… I don’t think older people are senile and feeble. I don’t freak out about every fine line or gray hair. And I absolutely hate when anyone tries to put you in a box based on your age… whether you’re 30, 60 or 90. That being said, I want to age as best I can.

It makes continental breakfasts bearable. Plus, it’s just an all-around good snack in a pinch (ask Jerry Seinfeld). And it’s fortified. But there is a serious problem with our cereal that goes beyond its sugar, carb or grain content… Too many popular cereals are chock-full of a health-compromising chemical.

One of the common characteristics of people who live long well is that they move their bodies every day. And there are many documented benefits of a regular fitness routine, including decreasing your risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. But there are other benefits that may surprise you…

Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease caused by an autoimmune dysfunction. Now, though, thanks to a new study, there might be an effective way for at least some people living with psoriasis to find relief. In fact, it worked for me years before this research made the connection…

Science has studied traditional diets and found proof they work to keep minds sharp, bodies active and hearts healthy. So, which one is the best for you? To help you decide, here are four diets from different parts of the world and one thing that makes any of them work better for wellness…

People use Atkins, Keto, Paleo and other low-carb diets to improve their metabolic health. The question is… why are these diets so dang beneficial for people with type 2 diabetes and prediabetes? Well, that’s the interesting part. So is finding that you may not have to cut as many carbs as you think.

Parkinson’s treatment has traditionally been focused on improving the motor symptoms of the disease first by replacing dopamine, a neurotransmitter. But what if we could predict Parkinson’s, and start treating it before any symptoms ever appeared? Scientists are on to something…

Overcoming cancer is a major triumph. It’s like climbing Mount Everest or swimming across the Pacific Ocean. Nothing else you do in life will ever compare, because you faced death head on and beat it. But here’s the thing… Chronic pain is one of the most common but least talked about side effects of cancer.

The most microbe-ridden thing in your kitchen is the one thing that’s supposed to be making things cleaner and more sanitary. It’s a hidden world of 5.5 trillion microbes that can make you sick. Fortunately, there are “workarounds” that can purge this repository of germs, if you change your habits just a bit…

Refined sugar has a bad rap. It has no micronutrients and the more refined sugar foods you consume, the faster diseases develop. Thankfully, there are better sweeteners to choose from that actually have nutritional value in contrast to the empty-calorie high glycemic ones…  

The first time it happens, it’s downright scary. “What is her name? I’ve know her for years…” “Why did I come in this room?” Alzheimer’s is so prevalent, you can’t help but fear it. Problem is, part of that fear is there because no one has told you how to prevent Alzheimer’s…

Sit-ups and crunches are among the most well-known and boring of exercises. What’s more, working out alone can be tedious and it can be difficult to self-motivate. But these “buddy” exercises are made to be fun.

In the lab it killed 70 to 80 percent of cancerous head and neck tumor cells in just nine weeks — in rats. It also fights deadly MRSA — and wins. It sounds like a miracle cure — and it’s completely natural.

Men may think they’re tougher than women, but they’re not, especially when it comes to cancer. Men are at a greater risk of developing and dying from cancer than are women. One factor contributing to these statistics is the fact that men are less likely to see a doctor or seek medical help.

When it comes to your body, standard medicine separates it into pieces, and treats each one with often unnecessary surgeries and drugs. Have a blood sugar problem? Right, diabetes it is, and here’s a drug that works in your pancreas.

What better opportunity to help shrink the prostate than by changing what you eat! A man’s gotta eat, and by including the following six foods in your daily menu, you can increase your chances of reducing inflammation and prostate size.

The next time you lace up your running shoes or slip into your gym gear, remember your training efforts can also result in better sex along with all the other health benefits of exercise. Here are 8 exercises you should consider including in your training program including one that is a must do for all men.

This nutrient is one you just can’t get enough of, literally. It’s the fourth most abundant mineral in the body, the ninth most abundant in the entire universe, and we need it for over 300 biological processes. And many are a matter of life or death.

Over the last two weeks, we’ve been focusing on your thyroid health. Today I’ll share how supplementation improves symptoms and health in several ways. I’ll also discuss foods that affect thyroid hormone function.

Even I get bored with the message that we should eat more fruits and vegetables. But it got my attention when I saw this: Eating more leafy green vegetables could save your heart and your brain.

If you’re concerned about your blood sugar and want to avoid diabetes… want to lose weight and build muscle… then this is the superfood for you. Skipping the cereal, bread and bagels for breakfast and opting for eggs also leads to significant weight loss…

It starts with a throbbing, itching or uncomfortable sensation in the legs and an overwhelming need to move them. Shifting the legs relieves the discomfort temporarily, but the symptoms soon return and sleep is elusive. But relief doesn’t have to be…

Want to know why the diagnosis of low thyroid state is so commonly missed? The main reason is our over-reliance on thyroid blood tests. That could be why you have been feeling low in thyroid hormone yet your doctor says your thyroid blood tests are fine.

Timing is everything, even when it comes to cancer. Disrupting your circadian rhythm by eating at odd times, staying up late and using bright lights at night distorts your hormone production, making tumors more likely. But you can repair the damage…

If you’re like me, you’re probably tired of seeing anorexic-looking models and hearing about how to achieve their ridiculous “thigh gap.” But there is one very important reason you should still pay attention to the amount of weight you carry on your thighs…

There are places in the world where common diseases actually rarely occur. Why? The jury is still out, but maybe we can adopt their disease-free principles and live longer and healthier too.

Smokers are ditching old-fashioned cigarettes for electronic ones. Additionally, a lot of young people are taking up the habit because, like their older counterparts thought decades earlier, they’re operating under the misguided opinion that smoking is cool.

There is no question about the relationship between vitamin E and a healthy heart. When vitamin E is taken out of the feed of test animals, at least half of them will drop dead within a year.

The end of a year offers a natural time to take pause, to reflect and look at where you are in life and health. To be honest, I am not one for New Year’s resolutions; they always elude me and make me feel like I failed myself.

Even though conventional doctors seem to think that drugs are the best way to protect heart health, a growing body of research demonstrates that supplements can be hugely helpful. If you’re ready to find a natural way to better heart health, here’s a guide to what you need to be taking.

The SAD diet produces a chronic low-grade, overly-acid state in the body. By understanding the impact your diet has on your pH balance, you’ll see that an alkalizing diet offers numerous benefits for long-term wellness and vitality.

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has come up with 7 study-backed ways to curb your appetite. The trick? Eat foods that keep you feeling fuller longer.

This is the year I plan to have more fun. I plan to play. And though that may sound silly, adults can benefit from play in many ways.

A host of illnesses are associated with vitamin D deficiency—including cancers like colorectal, lung, prostrate, breast and ovarian. And now low D it is being blamed for…

According to published research, millions of medical diagnoses, procedures and treatments are based on questionable scientific evidence and that in some cases the “risk of harm exceeds its potential for benefit.” I’m not surprised. Worse, these medical mistakes and frauds keep safer alternatives suppressed.

Can you exercise too much? That is the question that a group of researchers set out to answer by reviewing several studies — and what they found is surprising.

You know that nutrition is the predominate factor leading to good health. Food allergies are notorious for promoting inflammation in the gut that also robs you of vital nutrients. These tips can help you avoid the pitfalls of poor gut health and guide you to some testing to zero in on the source of your problem.

I came across an article that revealed this new flash: Eating when you’re not hungry might be less advantageous for your health than eating when you’re hungry. But “the why” is pretty interesting. Turns out the human body will actually process what you eat differently depending on if you’re hungry or not…

Although many men worry about diminshing testosterone (low T), they should be just as concerned about striking a balance with estrogen. Here’s an easy guide to understanding the hormone interplay and what estrogen dominance means for them…

You want to get started working out in the New Year. There’s no time for the gym, no money for a trainer, and motivation wanes when working out alone. Well, it’s time to begin buddy workouts!