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You may believe there comes a point when taking up exercise won’t make any difference to your health. But don’t give up just yet. Research in more than 30,000 people indicates that becoming physically active later in life can be almost as good for a longer, healthier life as having exercised consistently for years…

From watching funny pet videos to relaxing with our favorite pooch, pets make us laugh, make us smile, and make us feel better. That’s why doctors and hospitals have long enlisted therapy dogs to help patients, whether they’re recovering from a physical injury or need emotional support. Here’s how your pet can help you feel better fast…

Certain foods have a reputation as superfoods, meaning they possess particularly heathy attributes that confer improved health and even longer life to those who eat them. You can include them as part of healthy diet or, in the case of this one, the worse your diet is, the bigger the benefits you’ll see…

Time-restricted eating is a type of intermittent fasting. It’s an eating plan where you restrict consuming your calories or food to a specific window of time each day. You might eat during an hour 8 hour period and fast for 16 (a chunk of that when you sleep). It’s not for everyone, but these four big health benefits might inspire you to give it a try…

At any given moment, I can listen to the right tune to help me feel calmer, happier, more focused or primed for sleep. But playing music also improves your life in multiple ways. In fact, learning to play a musical instrument is well worth the effort, especially for your brain, even if you don’t start learning until you’re an older adult…

Erectile dysfunction is a subject most men don’t want to talk about. After all, many men take it as another sign, along with laugh lines and a receding hairline, that they’re just getting older. But if you’re experiencing problems in the bedroom that you’ve been ignoring, the results of a study of over 95,000 men in Australia may be a wake-up call for you…

There’s a reason we’ve learned to trust our gut instincts. Research has revealed that it works for the body like a second brain and that its effects on total body health can reach far beyond its intestinal confines. That’s why when scientists had a gut feeling about its connection to heart disease, they couldn’t shake it until they discovered this missing link…

Nobel Prize-winning physiologist and biochemist Otto Warburg hypothesized over 90 years ago that cancer cells use sugars for energy. If you take a cancer cell’s preferred energy source, what happens then? On the keto diet, the body turns to burning fat for energy instead of carbohydrates, but cancer might starve…

Sometimes staying motivated to exercise can weigh heavy on your fitness goals, no matter what they are. We’ve been conditioned that achieving them depends on the long haul. Not so for these five benefits that science says you can experience immediately. Hint: some of these may be the motivation you need!

Is it really possible to send type 2 diabetes into remission? That’s the word scientists used when they reviewed almost 100 papers about the effects of various diets on the disease. Their final assessment? It certainly is, as long as these two key strategies are part of the plan….

If you’ve ever shopped for a mattress, you know that there’s a lot to consider, including size, price, and of course, comfort. Oftentimes, we get so preoccupied with finding the perfect mattress that will last a decade, that we totally overlook potential hazards. But how dangerous could a mattress be? Quite dangerous, actually, especially if it’s leaking fiberglass…

Walking is probably one of our favorite forms of exercise. But many hardcore fitness freaks might cast doubt on the benefits of waking a few hours a week. If they are ever unfortunate enough to experience stroke, they may change their minds. Reducing risk of death up to 80 percent is nothing to scoff at…

Is napping your favorite pastime? Of late, it’s been mine. I’m not sure if the heat is to blame or just age. But I’ve been catnapping more often. That may sound nice, but I’ve noticed I don’t wake refreshed or any better able to focus. Turns out there’s a good reason for that. It’s called slow-wave sleep…

Maybe you remember a time that you could eat anything you wanted and not gain a pound. Yet now, if you even look at a cheeseburger, you can feel your hips and thighs expanding. If so, you’ve probably placed the blame on a slow metabolism due to age. But new research says your metabolism stays strong longer than you might think…

Although millions of people around the world seek mental clarity through meditation, most of us in the U.S. ignore this powerful tool. True, most of us have little time to set aside for ourselves. But considering how much science shows the simple practice can improve concentration now and lessen the risk for degeneration, even Alzheimer’s, later, we can’t afford not to make time…

It takes more than calcium and vitamin D to maintain bone health. These popular nutrients tend to take the spotlight, though strong healthy bones depend just as much on important micro- and macronutrients. In fact, a single trace element — and don’t let that word diminish its big benefits — is instrumental in boosting your bone density…

For years, doctors have used a menopausal woman’s chronological age and years since onset of menopause to determine whether hormone therapy is too risky for her cardiovascular health. Now, researchers are suggesting physicians look at a completely different kind of age for a more accurate measure…

Metabolic syndrome is bad enough on its own since it raises your risk of problems like heart attack, stroke and diabetes, not to mention premature death. But when combined with chronic kidney disease, the cluster of conditions that make up metabolic syndrome can send those risks into the stratosphere. Here’s how to avoid them…

Research has identified 10 factors that, if they apply to you, add up to a 30 percent higher chance you’ll suffer a fracture in the next two decades. Some of them are beyond your control. But there are a few you can address now to prevent broken bones later on.

Type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, insulin resistance. They’re all manifestations of the same metabolic dysfunction, just to a different degree. And all individuals who develop type 2 diabetes are initially pre-diabetic. And all pre-diabetics are initially insulin resistant. The key may be stopping this hidden dysfunction…

Some things simply go hand-in-hand, like salt and pepper, peanut butter and jelly, a needle and thread. And according to scientists, another pair where you can’t have one without the other is vitamin C and strong, stable immune cells. In fact, this special combination could be the key to defeating autoimmune conditions for good…

If you’re nearing 50 and find that you’re simply not as tall as you used to be, you’re not alone. That’s because height loss due to the shrinking of your spinal discs, compression fractures and poor posture often start adding up by your 5th decade. It may be a blow to your ego but an ever bigger one to your health. Good news: you can slow it.

Since its discovery, scientists have uncovered five different compounds that make up the vitamin K family. And one of the most compelling is vitamin K2. Discover three reasons this one nutrient can help you live your best life.

It’s no secret that most of us eat way too much sugar. It’s also no secret it can lead to diabetes. But that’s not all. It has a very sinister effect on our mitochondria, our cellular power plants, that can set the stage for a metabolic disaster. What can you do? Cut down on sugar and feed your mitochondria what that sugar’s been stealing from them…

If you have diabetes, you know it’s imperative to manage your intake of sugar and carbs. But while many diabetics are busy making sure they are eating right for blood sugar management, many are falling behind on an important nutrient that can leave them with mobility issues…

There’s no question that physical activity has a huge impact on our health. From keeping our hearts healthy and cholesterol in check to controlling blood sugar, staying active makes it more likely we’ll live better, healthier and longer. Best of all, exercise has been shown to have powerful cancer-fighting properties.

When all the experts are telling you to cut down on fat it can be confusing. But the body contains one fat that you certainly need more of, especially if you want to avoid cognitive decline. In fact, this fat has been deemed “indispensable” in protecting the brain from dementia. Here’s how to turn your fat to the good side and benefit…

If you’re a foodie you may already be on board with leaving the skins on many fruits and vegetables for that rustic look and taste. But there’s another reason: super nutrition! But can you eat all the skins? That’s up to you, but here’s a list of fruit and vegetable skins you should never throw out…

Essential oils have long been used to boost physical and emotional health. Some may speed wound healing, lower blood pressure and even attack the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. But the scientific community has claimed it was a “placebo effect.” Well, that’s all over now that the mechansim by which they boost health and mood has been uncovered…

They’re often referred to as age spots, sun spots or liver spots. But their cause is the same: UV ray exposure that speeds up the production of the natural pigment melanin. Avoiding age spots is a good idea — because the same culprit is behind skin cancer. But if you want to fade them, there are some dangers there to watch out for as well…

Arthritis pain, caused by wear and tear on your joints, doesn’t have to be an inevitable part of aging, and it doesn’t have to lead to prescriptions that can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. Overcome your osteoarthritis pain and symptoms in three simple steps…

The Stanford University School of Medicine found that you can experience diabetes-level blood sugar spikes after eating certain foods — even if you don’t have diabetes. The worst part? If you don’t see those blood sugar spikes coming, you won’t see the long-term consequences either…

Which is more important: a multi-million-dollar drug company’s right to conceal information that would compromise their profits; or the public’s need to know that drugs they’ve been told are safe and effective are actually dangerous? The answer may surprise you…

There was a time when it was the go-to wound care treatment for mothers everywhere. And they were onto something. Because it’s a natural antibiotic that’s highly effective, safe to use, inexpensive, and doesn’t lead to antibiotic resistance like pharmaceuticals…

Chewing gum. It’s all hearts and flowers, right? Wrong! What those commercial don’t tell you is that most (if not all) of the gum on the shelves of your grocery store could come with some serious health risks…

Few things are as wonderful as summer fruit. Here are our picks for the top five most delectable, versatile and super nutritious summer fruits to get before they’re gone so you can benefit from their cancer-fighting, heart-protective and super healthy attributes…

Processed meats — like the meat on your favorite deli sandwich — have a long history of causing harm to your health. It’s scary to think your favorite sandwich could lead to an early death, but facts are facts. Now, there’s one more mind-boggling reason to avoid processed meat…

Scientific studies keep showing that certain nutrients have the power to improve serious mental health problems like psychosis, bipolar disorder and PTSD–in many cases better than the prescription drugs used to treat them. Here are your top ten…

During the next 15 years, more than 10 percent of colon cancers and about 25 percent of rectal cancers will be diagnosed in people under the age of 50. In fact, rectal cancer is expected to increase by more than 124 percent. One simple supplement that can drastically reduce your risk…

The quickest way to discover a skeptic is to start a conversation about acupuncture. I know because I was one myself… My left shoulder had been aching for 9 months. Out of desperation, this M.D. found himself in the office of a doctor of traditional Chinese medicine, and, to my amazement, this is what happened…

When you think about weight loss in relation to health, rather than as a way to fulfill an image, the discussion becomes one about disease prevention, rather than ego or appearance. And we need more of that. Because obesity and being overweight are lady killers…

Women fall victim in numbers much higher than men to dementia. The culprit? Certain drugs, aimed at women and disguised by conventional healthcare as “good” medicine, have been found to set you up to live out your senior years without your mind or your memories.

Atherosclerosis is the primary cause of heart attack, but it also causes about half of all strokes. And there are often no symptoms until it’s too late and a plaque ruptures or blood flow is completely blocked. That’s why prevention is key. And this time, it’s pretty easy…

There’s a new buzz word you may be hearing, and it refers to “smart pills” that are all the rage right now, being used by everybody and anybody who wants that extra edge to perform better and stay sharper. And guess what? There’s no reason you shouldn’t benefit too…

A few sacrifices are totally worthwhile if they increase your odds of staying cancer-free, right? Then again, occasionally you stumble upon a super simple and painless way to lower your cancer risk that doesn’t require much sacrifice at all, like this…..

Do you remember learning about photosynthesis, the process by which plants absorb light from the sun and turn it into nourishment and energy? The pigment that makes plants green is at the heart of that process. It can also protect you from the ravages of disease…

Most of us feel we don’t have much control when it comes to cancer prevention. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, you can take a look around your home and find these five everyday things that affect your cancer risk right now…

According to the National Health Interview Survey, an annual in-person survey of Americans regarding their health- and illness-related experiences, 38 percent of adults seek out and use complementary and alternative medicine. Here’s one big reason why…

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that balance your gut microbiome — the actual epicenter of your health benefits and problems. Everyone can benefit from probiotics, but what’s less known is that the right combination of healthy bacteria offers special benefits to men.

There’s a lot of false (and deliberately misleading) sunscreen facts on the internet and it’s critical that you know the truth, so you can protect your skin from the harshest rays of the sun. Let’s start with these 6 before you hit the beach…

As any mother knows, motherhood is all about sacrifices. Giving birth is hard on the body. Even more so when you give birth to many children. Women who do it put themselves at risk for depression, obesity… and, according to a new study, maybe even Alzheimer’s…

Men with relapsed prostate cancer have historically been limited in terms of available treatment options… But new research into an integrative therapy is opening new doors for patients struggling against this aggressive disease.

At the supermarket, watch out for farm-raised catfish, cod (most often what you will find in fish sticks) and tilapia. And when buying salmon, look for wild-caught. If not, then you’ll get a mouthful of dioxide, diabetes and this chemical that goes for your eyes…

Postmenopausal women are at particular risk of developing breast cancer that metastasizes (spreads), and there are a few things that can contribute to that risk. But this one thing makes her risk of aggressive cancer skyrocket. Hint: It’s not HRT…

Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems. Now, decades of research have revealed two powerful and ancient weapons in particular that are gaining attention for their significant effects on cognitive health… especially aimed at Alzheimer’s.

When you have type II diabetes, you spend a lot of time thinking about what you’re eating and how it affects your blood sugar. But what about caffeinated beverages… are they good or bad for your diabetes? What if I told you a caffeine cure may be on the horizon…

I recently had my yearly physical and guess what? The doctor thought my cholesterol levels were a tad borderline, so of course he wanted me to jump on the statin bandwagon. Why would I take that risk when I can try these six simple steps instead…

I believe that quelling inflammation can help you live healthier longer. So, the earlier you find out if inflammation is burning up your health, the better. That’s why it’s important to have these seven blood markers of inflammation, as well as intestinal markers, checked out…

No one ever died from morning stiffness, at least not quickly. But losing mobility is one of the things that seniors fear most. And if you let stiffness turn you into a couch potato, stop you from moving and grooving and doing ‘life,’ now, there is where the danger lies…

Research shows that about 50 percent of adult women deal with urinary incontinence. That means, when you head out to dinner with your girlfriends, half of the women at the table are worried about their bladder control too.