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Blood is your best protection against the scariest brain diseases… especially dementia. As you get older, your blood vessels get smaller and stiffer and carry less blood to your brain. And when your brain cells don’t get enough, they start to wither away. That’s why blood flow matters most to avoid cognitive decline.

I still remember sitting in my rheumatologist’s office. He was recommending a medication that could increase my risk for deadly cancers for a condition he thought I might have — but wasn’t actually sure. And that’s the trouble with many autoimmune diseases. But what else could I do?

Your gut is one valuable organ. For years it wasn’t given much thought. We were busy keeping hearts, brains, kidneys and other vital organs healthy… until research caught up and keyed us in on just how much the health of your entire body depends on your gut.

Broccoli. Kale. Brussels sprouts. Cruciferous vegetables… the holy grail of health. It’s pretty much a fact of life by now that including enough of this family of vegetable in your daily diet is a sure ticket to health, and that not eating them at all is asking for problems. But there are some dos and don’ts…

It’s a diet some call life-changing. There are more than a few studies that show its effect on health is purely positive. It helps balance blood sugar, reverse serious autoimmune disorders, and even shed stubborn pounds. But the results of a new study throw a scary prospect on the table.

As with many health problems, the good news is that our eating habits can reverse and control this process. Here are half a dozen of the foods and herbs you can include in your diet to help stop and even prevent chronic inflammation from taking hold.

Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle mass that occurs with age. It can start as early as your 30s, but it really kicks into high gear in your 50s and 60s. Because anstronauts. For astronaughts, it kicks in everytime they go to space, Tht’s why helping them can offer you a sure-fire solution too…

Testosterone therapy is a rapidly growing market – one that’s expected to hit $1 billion by 2024. In addition to improving sexual health, it can boost a man’s general health. But, just like HRT for women, male testosterone replacement therapy is not without risks…

Summer is almost over. And, while the fall brings a lot to look forward to from cooler days, the vibrant colors of changing leaves, and holidays with pretty decorations and even pumpkin pie, it also brings with it a reason to be worried…

The majority of joint replacement surgeries occur in people over the age of 65. If you’re getting ready to undergo a knee or hip replacement, there something very important you should start doing now to lower your risk of a complication that could put you back in the hospital…

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) was created as a guideline to help mental health professionals diagnose and treat mental health problems. But findings are these labels may be hurting patients. Keep these in mind if you or a loved one is facing a mental health issue…

Decades of research showed that high systolic blood pressure was more likely to cause serious cardiovascular problems. So cardiology guidelines focused way more on the upper number. There are even some experts who think diastolic blood pressure can basically be ignored. That’s advice that could kill you.

We’ve all heard the warnings… If you don’t watch your cholesterol and keep it low, you’re putting yourself at risk for heart disease and even stroke. So, we eat better, get more exercise, take the meds, and in general think that the lower our numbers are, the healthier we are. But, that may not be true…

We place a lot of emphasis on how diet affects health. Selecting whole foods over processed foods is really not optional, not if you want to increase your odds of living a long, healthy life free of diabetes, heart disease and cancer. But there’s something you’d never expect sabotaging your best health efforts…

Sometimes, deciding whether someone should be on statins is very clear. In a patient with documented heart disease, diabetes, or genetically-driven very high cholesterol, meds make sense. But many people without known risks are advised to take cholesterol-lowering drugs. If that’s you, what should you do?

Nothing feels better than stepping out in a brand new outfit. But as great as it feels to rip off the tags and head out the door, there’s one question that’s always plagued me… do I need to wash new clothes before I wear them?

People with Lyme disease suffer fatigue, brain fog, aches, pain and a host of other symptoms, while millions of people (including doctors!) tell them that there’s no such thing as chronic Lyme disease. But do you know what’s crazy about all this? The Lyme disease epidemic might not be an unfortunate act of nature.

Inflammation is your body’s natural response to stress. When you sprain your ankle, it becomes inflamed in order to cushion and protect your joint from further damage. If you eat something too spicy, your intestine may become inflamed, protecting your digestive tract. But inflammation has its downsides, too…

I first read about the double cleanse in a beauty blog. It’s a system based on the Korean regimen of skincare and it promised to deliver clearer, healthier skin and smaller pores. To break it down to its simplest form, you use an oil-based cleanser followed by a water-based cleanser. Here’s what it did for me…

Science has shown how “beneficial” bacteria can improve health. It’s exciting stuff! In fact, studies show that bacteria can protect you from everything from cancer to autoimmune diseases to heart disease. Need proof? The latest study found that a single strain of bacteria could curb cardiovascular disease risk.

With age comes wisdom, they say. But other things come with age, too. Like less room in your brain to hold all that wisdom. The unfortunate truth is that, the older we get, the less grey matter we have. But what if you could slow down this “brain shrink”? What if you could find a way to make your brain younger?

Diabetes can damage your blood vessels, steal your vision, and raise your risk of kidney disease, heart attack and stroke. What makes it especially scary is that it can sneak up on you. Luckily, there is something you can do to prevent diabetes before it starts or to gain control over your blood sugar if you’ve already been diagnosed…

When it comes to coffee and cancer, you get a lot of mixed messages. Several studies show coffee can reduce the risk of different cancers. Yet, there was that controversy last year requiring coffee shops to post carcinogen warnings. A new study shows that you can drink your coffee without a single cancer-related thought crossing your mind.

You’ve probably never heard the term “Ambien zombie” before. So, let me explain this growing problem… When you take Ambien or other sleep aids, they do two things that can get you in trouble: They give you Teflon brain, meaning new memories won’t stick. They also release your inhibitions…

You’ve probably heard about the lawsuits over Roundup causing cancer. Its nasty reputation is finally catching up to it… Could you have been exposed? The answer is most certainly, yes. Here’s what you need to know about past exposure and protecting yourself from the newest glyphosate danger… liver disease.

Ladies, the next time you think about pampering yourself with a manicure, you may want to skip the part where they polish your nails. Three of the chemicals known to be most toxic to humans are in that cherry red polish (all of the colors, actually!), and make no mistake, they’re getting into your body.

People who drink wine moderately have lower rates of heart attacks and diabetes, live longer and have healthier brains. There are hundreds of studies that show this. However, not all wines are created equal. So, how do you go about finding a wine that offers you the best health benefits possible?

One in nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. This means many men will face a particularly difficult choice between cancer treatment and the possibility of Alzheimer’s or dementia. There are ways to reduce your risk of prostate cancer and the possibility of androgen therapy…

Researchers found the “high-risk” version of an Alzheimer’s gene actually responds more favorably to certain lifestyle changes that could lower risk. So, here’s a “plain talk” explanation of the genetic factors that can increase or decrease your risk, and how to outsmart those genes to stay clear of Alzheimer’s.

Milk’s benefits have been hotly debated over the last decade. But a review of 14 scientific papers points to solid evidence that milk and dairy in your diet provide some hefty health benefits you don’t want to go without — especially if you want to avoid some of the biggest disease risks of our time…

The scary thing about sudden cardiac arrest is the event itself is usually the first warning sign. But advanced warning that your heart is getting ready to experience a full-blown stoppage may not be as stealth as you think.

If you get your T levels tested, you’ll probably get a slew of numbers: total, bio-available, and free. What do these numbers mean? And what can you do to increase them if they are low?

Well, it’s that time of year again. Cold, flu, bronchitis time. One of our girls was out from school four days last week with bronchitis. And last night I was up hacking and this morning knew what the topic of today’s article would be: Chinese herbals for winter symptoms.

Do you have friends who are those ‘sciencey types?’ That friend, who when you post something online about natural medicine, comes back at you quick as lightening with, ‘where’s the science to back that up?’ Well, I’ve got one you are going to love sharing with them…

As the gluten-free revolution gains momentum, more people are discovering that gluten sensitivity — including celiac disease (an autoimmune disease caused by reaction to gluten) — lurks behind their troubling health symptoms.

Here we go again. If they can’t fix it, they want to cut it out. Talk about overly-aggressive care. A new study says that adults suffering from frequent…

What’s that one food you know you have to avoid in the evenings because it will ruin a good night’s sleep? For many it’s…

Have you noticed that you rarely see any advice on protecting your eye health? As many as 21 million Americans suffer from partial to total vision loss. Worse even, is that many of these cases are easily preventable—simply by eating the right foods.

If you’ve received an early diagnosis, have a loved one who has started to slip into dementia, or just want to be proactive — it’s never too late for help. Through natural methods and nutrient supplements it’s possible to reverse dementia, naturally.

They call it the silent killer. And there’s a good chance you’re among the millions of Americans at risk of early death or debilitating disease from high blood pressure as you read this. But the good news is: you can improve your risk by as much as 38 percent.

Training with a partner is a great way to get into shape. They keep us motivated and inspired, push us to do more and not give up, and it’s so much fun! Today’s video will show you a super fun way to tone your legs, butt and arms.

Whether you have chronic inflammatory conditions like asthma or arthritis, or you’re at risk for osteoporosis, or you want to slash your risk of prostate or breast cancer, you need to achieve a healthy blood level of vitamin D.

It’s tough to think ahead to when you’re 90, but here’s something you’ll want to know: You could have a stroke before you get there unless you get some sleep.

At present, our testosterone levels are under siege. Various factors appear to be pulling our T levels into the gutter. Why are these things happening? Luckily, I’m not going to be one of these statistics I’ve actually increased my testosterone naturally 36% over the last five years. Use these tips to get the boost you need in later life…

Back pain can stop you in your tracks. But new research shows that there’s something you can begin doing now to ward off this debilitating health nuisance — and it works better than what your doctor might prescribe.

What are prebiotics? They’re different from probiotics, though many people just assume they’re pretty much the same thing. Both provide beneficial actions in the gut, but it’s not a matter of getting enough of ‘either or.’ It may, however, be a matter of the future of mankind.

To be honest, I am not one for New Year’s resolutions; they always elude me and make me feel like I’ve failed myself. But what does work for me, and what I’d like to share with you today, is a way forward via simple reflection, calibration, and action.

On average, we gain more weight in the winter. Worse, diets started in the winter are extremely likely to fail. Why? The evolutionary needs that made our early ancestors so fit and strong are now making us fat. Override them…

It makes sense that adopting a dietary lifestyle of ongoing alkalinization can encourage smaller quantities of toxins to be removed from our bodies on a daily basis. Fruits and vegetables high in alkalinizing minerals, and supplements, can get you on track.

Colorectal cancer is a disease that mostly strikes older adults. It lies in wait and crops up when you think you’ve done all the right things — because you’ve made it into your 70s (or will, hopefully) avoiding it. Then… bam! But are you really doing all the right things?

Brain health is especially important to an aging population. With brain function still largely a mystery, it’s great that scientists have discovered ways to treat memory loss. But there are key nutrients that can help you hold on to your memory and brain function now…

A stroke can be one of the most life-changing traumas you’ll experience — if you survive it. Many don’t, as it’s the 5th leading cause of death in the U.S. But do you know the really disturbing thing about stroke?

This vegetable maintains one of the highest glycemic index values of any food, and causes your blood sugar levels to rise rapidly. In turn, your blood insulin concentrations simultaneously increase. When these two metabolic responses occur repeatedly, you become insulin resistant.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.