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Doctors and researchers have long known that some sort of link exists between diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. Yet, while they could see that the two went hand-in-hand for so many patients, they never actually understood why. Until now…

As you already know, COVID-19’s symptoms weren’t just upper respiratory. It’s been reported that many people with the virus experienced GI problems, too. It may seem random, but the connection with viral infection is much more concerning: A condition that can act as an open door to disease…

Injuries and deaths related to falls in older adults are such that the problem has been described as a “hidden epidemic.” My balance is no longer something I take for granted. Because I don’t want to end up incapacitated and unable to enjoy doing the things that give my life meaning, here’s what I’ve learned and practice….

Healthy, oxygenated blood flow is vital. That’s why during a stroke, seconds matter. But a catastrophic event isn’t the only concern when it comes to blood oxygen levels. Research has found that the brain is operating on the bare minimum, even on a good day. On a bad day, it can lead to Alzheimer’s earliest sign…

While heavy drinking can lead to liver disease, a quarter of the people in the United States today have a dangerous liver condition that has nothing to do with alcohol. But there may be hope to defeating this condition from an unlikely source — hops.

Blueberries definitely pack a health punch. But it can be tough for our bodies to absorb all the antioxidants present in the fruit. Now, researchers may have found a way around that problem by combining blueberries with this common food…

No one wants to live with chronic pain. In fact, if given a choice, no one wants to live with pain even for a short time. But standard methods of pain relief can be risky, including acetaminophen, ibuprofen and opioids. Here are 10 alternatives that all fight the root cause of most pain…

The list of diets you can choose and trends you can follow is virtually endless. But when it comes to one that consistently scores high for both brain and body health, it’s the Mediterranean diet. And it may be hands down the most protection against Alzheimer’s plaques you can eat.

The pandemic made online grocery shopping necessary, but there’s good reason to stick to it that has nothing to do with a nasty virus and everything to do with better food choices, and making fewer of those kinds of purchases we regret later. In fact, the science shows the outcome could mean a better diet and better health.

Catching a cold is a drag and little is worse than a sore throat. Every swallow reminds us of the misery, which is why we turn to over-the-counter cold remedies to ease the discomfort. But not only have they been shown to do little good, they harm upper respiratory cells…

You might want to ask your dotor about your prescriptions. If they’re treating your cholesterol, you could end up with double the dementia risk. If it’s your blood pressure, they may have you on the medication found to thicken blood vessels and makes things worse. Maybe it’s time to walk away with a brand new and surprising prescription.

One of the most difficult forms of breast cancer you could be up against is known as triple-negative breast cancer. It doesn’t respond to traditional treatments and it’s especially aggressive in African American women. A simple plant compound may lead to more effective treatments…

Between the glut of highly processed foods in the average Western diet and the popularity of meat-heavy diets like keto and carnivore, too many of us are not getting enough of a simple but powerful health-boosting nutrient that wards off heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease and more…

Superfoods have a valuable impact on our health because they’re nutrient-dense or possess special compounds. Three new studies have taken a closer look at the science behind these superfoods. And they’ve discovered benefits that go far beyond what we previously knew…

Prostate cancer is only second to skin cancer among men. When diagnosed early, the five-year survival rate for prostate cancer is nearly 100 percent. Except, that is, if you’re obese. It’s important to understand weight’s connection to agressive prostate cancer, the worst fat and how to lose it…

Having a first-degree relative such as a parent or sibling with dementia can increase your dementia risk by a staggering 75 percent compared with someone who doesn’t have this familial history. While this statistic is sobering, there’s more and more evidence that it’s by no means set in stone…

It’s no secret that obesity can put you at risk of a number of chronic illnesses. It can also increase your risk for osteoarthritis and make you a tough candidate to find relief from osteoarthritis knee pain. You may have heard that garlic can help. But how effective is it really?

There’s more proof that food choices matter, and it comes from the front lines: Data from doctors and nurses with extensive exposure to SARS-CO-v2, found that depending on whether you choose high protein, low carbs, more plant foods or fish — risks from COVID-19 could be lowered as much as 73 percent.

If you were paying attention to the news this summer, you probably heard about Wegovy™, a “new” drug just approved for weight loss. It’s an injection that you self-administer once a week under the skin. And it works! Sounds great, but before you give it a try, here are all the details…

It’s no secret that COVID-19 can do major damage to the lungs. But the virus can hurt other organs as well. In fact, a recent study appears to show that after the lungs, the kidneys are the next organ to bear the brunt of COVID-19 damage…

The idea of fortified foods was to reduce nutritional deficiencies. But you can’t cut corners, use cheap ingredients, remove natural nutrition and expect that throwing in a few synthetic vitamins will make up for a product that does more damage than any vitamin deficiency…

High levels of circulating insulin can damage blood vessels leading to high blood pressure and heart disease. That’s why improving insulin sensitivity is paramount. Here’s a sweet way to lower your risk of blood sugar problems by a whopping 36 percent, by doing just that…

The number one modifiable risk factor for heart disease and premature death is high blood pressure. That means if you can control it, you can greatly lower that risk. Maybe you’ve cut back on salt, started exercising and eating right. But what about your zinc levels?

This sneaky vision-stealer gives virtually no warning signs, not until peripheral vision starts to disappear. Even with treatment, many with the disease will lose vision in one eye. But even in those with a genetic predisposition, you can lower your risk… starting with caffeine.

Milk has been given a bad rap for a long time. I’m referring to good old-fashioned cow’s milk, blamed for weight gain and heart disease. But a huge study’s found a connection between drinking milk, better cholesterol and keeping your heart strong.

You’ve probably read a lot about your gut microbiome. But you may not be as aware that other parts of the body have their own microbiomes that are just as important to your health, like the connections between diet, breast microbiome, some supplements and breast cancer risk.

If there is a lack of blood flow to the brain, the brain is going to starve. That’s why there is ittle time to spare when stroke symptoms arise. Here are the differences between the two main types of stroke as well as TIA or mini-stroke…

The gentle, flowing movements of tai chi aren’t usually the types of exercise you’d associate with losing weight or inches around your middle (where that dangerous fat collects). But a recent study suggests this seemingly sedate practice actually packs a fat-loss punch…

What’s defined as high blood pressure varies depending upon who you listen to… the American Heart Association or the International Society of Hypertension. In my own practice, I typically favor the more lenient definition. But regardless of which scale you follow, getting correct readings is what really matters…

It’s no secret that underlying health problems increase the risk of a severe COVID-19 infection. Luckily, most of us are at lower risk than we were a year ago. Still, we’re not home-free, especially if weight is an issue. Now’s the time to get serious about it to avoid both the threat of infection and becoming a COVID long-hauler…

Medicine has a massive blind spot when it comes to treating people with mental illness. Research and records point to several factors, but the bottom line is that these patients die 13 to 42 years earlier than the general population. And we’re not talking about suicide here…

Medical researchers in Germany recently discovered that if you drink enough coffee, you can actually repair your heart to keep it young — even if you’ve already suffered a heart attack. But how does it work and how much should you drink?

Foods and nutrients are eaten in unique combinations that produce different results in your body. Certain combinations are better for your health than others. It’s good to know which ones can boost other’s health-giving potential, and which don’t…

Scientists set out to compare pancreas specimens from donors who had type 2 diabetes against specimens from people who had no blood sugar problems. They discovered something very disturbing: Evidence of a common chemical that could cause diabetes…

When it comes the Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, treatment varies depending on whether you go to a mainstream doctor who practices conventional medicine, versus the functional treatment you might receive from an integrative physician. Here’s what you can expect…

Plenty of past research has tied low vitamin D levels to a higher risk of breast cancer. But how much is enough to be protected? The latest research found your levels need to be much higher if you’re looking for the true secret to breast cancer prevention…

There are attractive, flowering plants all around you, maybe right outside your door, that can cause you serious harm if you do anything but admire them from a distance. As you enjoy the great outdoors, avoid these nine plants at all costs!

Fatigue and exhaustion eventually hits everyone. But, you don’t have to be stuck with it. Use these six steps to beat exhaustion, feel sharper and put your energy levels back on hyperdrive in a safe, natural and healthy way — for good…

If you’ve been following the news on alcohol and cancer, you may have given up your nightly cocktail. After all, drinking alcohol is tied to at least seven types of cancer. Why risk it? But the connection between alcohol and cancer isn’t as straightforward as it seems…

A Harvard study found a 70 percent incidence of Parkinson’s among farm and non-farm workers exposed to pesticides. Maybe you’re not a farmer but are you sure you’re safe? Ever notice how green and lush grass is on a golf course? It doesn’t get that way on its own…

Weirdly enough, women with conditions like fibromyalgia have lower-than-average cortisol levels (a stress hormone). This contributes to pain, fatigue and stress sensitivity. But, researchers have found a way to combat that problem…

You’ve heard the term ‘biohacking’ thrown around a lot, but what does it mean? It’s like lifehacking (using simple techniques to make your life better). Except with biohacking, you’re hacking your biology to make your health better. Let’s start with your blood pressure…

Chemotherapy has devastating side effects. Nausea, fatigue, hair loss and bowel problems are just the start. It can also cause anemia, nerve and muscle problems. And, for a large segment of breast cancer patients, the toxic treatment is unnecessary…

According to research, if you have this allergy, not only could you build up higher levels of plaque in your arteries, you’ll build up a type of plaque that is unstable – leaving you in serious danger of both heart attacks and strokes…

Many people think this bone condition is something only older women need to worry about. But any age is the right time for both men and women to start stacking the odds in their favor. If not, it could mean much worse than bone breaks…

Scientists are learning more and more about dementia every day. And one of the most groundbreaking things they’ve learned in recent years is that your brain drains waste through something called the glymphatic system. Here are three easy ways to keep your brain draining waste efficiently…

Everywhere you turn, someone is giving you advice on what to eat… Eat this and you’re heart will be healthy… Eat that and you won’t get Alzheimer’s… This food cures the common cold… And, that one will help you lose weight. Not so fast…

The sudden, silent heart attack, known as sudden cardiac arrest, carries such a lethal reputation that most of us know it as the “widowmaker.” But it might be time to call it by another name… the “widower-maker.” If you don’t act quickly…

As you get older, you have less lung capacity and your lungs become more susceptible to infections like pneumonia. That means breathing’s not always easy in your older years, especially with the threat of flu — or coronavirus, now that we know it will be part of our regular “flu season.” There’s a simple step you can take to make sure your lungs stay young…

Hashimoto’s autoimmune thyroiditis is a very common condition of low thyroid hormone function. Treatment by a mainstream physician will be very different than by a functional (integrative) medicine physician. And you deserve to know about both… 

The scientific community has been aware of the strong connection between type 2 diabetes and pancreatic cancer for quite some time. But what has perplexed doctors and scientists for decades is whether diabetes is a cause or a symptom of this deadly cancer…

Asthma makes you dang uncomfortable. And for most asthma sufferers, this discomfort is a lifelong burden. Sometimes, it even gets worse with age. But what if there was a common, treatable health issue making your asthma worse than it has to be?

Toxins we’re exposed to day in and day out result in inflammation that actually damages our cells, speeding up the aging process. But, it doesn’t just affect your skin… It can lead to damage to your blood vessels too. This is where anti-aging leads to life saving…

There are endless ways to enjoy it. And when you read the results of this study, you’ll be kicking yourself for not doing it sooner! Filled with healthy polyphenols, like mangiferin, quercetin and gallic acid, this juicy fruit provides full-body benefits, especially for…

The mostly widely used drug for hair regrowth has a long list of side effects. Why use a chemical that may cause chest pain, swelling and high blood pressure when you can opt for natural oils that smell great, work wonders on your hair and carry extra benefits?

While your doctor may feel like they have your best interests at heart when they write out a prescription, the truth is some drugs cause as much (if not more) harm. If not careful, you could trade in relief for a physical ailment for a bad case of depression…

Chronic anxiety makes you miserable. And it messes with your health too. It puts you at higher risk for heart problems, stomach problems and respiratory problems. But there’s one anxiety-related health risk that even researchers didn’t know about until now… bone loss.

The right foods can detoxify and heal our bodies, increase vitality and add years to our life. But, the wrong foods are more like illicit drugs: highly addictive and dangerous. So why can’t stop eating them, knowing the harm they can do? It’s like we have no willpower left…

Does the date on your birth certificate really have so much influence on your health? Or, is there something you can do today that could reverse your biological age… and help you live healthier longer? That answer is leaning strongly towards yes.

Sciatica pain is unfortunately too common. If you don’t suffer it, try to make changes to avoid it now. Buttock and posterior thigh pain from sciatic nerve irritation can be persistent and debilitating. Let’s look at causes and also the best ways to treat this condition.