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Seafood has a reputation for being nutritious and good for you. It offers a lean, high-quality protein source rich in omega-3s and anti-inflammatory properties. Sounds ideal, until you realize some of our favorites are considered the most plastic-filled seafood in the world… and there’s harm in it.

Heart surgery is a dangerous procedure. And the recovery is certainly no walk in the park. Even though your doctor may keep a close check on you, there’s one area that recent researchers have found a big gaping hole. Some people are developing malnutrition related to their surgery and that leads not only to complications but poor recovery.

There are so many unfounded misconceptions and myths about menopause despite the lack of evidence to support them. It’s time to annihilate this misinformation with cold, hard facts topped with research and medical experience, flip the myths and get real about your body and your health!

In autoimmune disease, the body’s immune system goes haywire, attacking its own healthy cells and tissues. Treatment is usually long term and can carry harmful side effects. That’s why researchers are looking to a plant-based compound that may be the answer…

Eat to live, don’t live to eat. It’s a motto that could keep you slim. And according to the results of a brand new study, it’s also a motto that could be the key to slowing down your aging. It all has to do with specific complex machines located inside your body’s cells called ribosomes. […]

As the COVID-19 vaccines become available, there are questions about its safety, especially for people with certain allergies. After all there are people who can’t take the flu vaccine. So, allergy experts are taking a close look at this issue and, along with the CDC, have information that can help you know what to expect. […]

When I see a patient for the first time, I point out that my role is not to make a cholesterol or blood pressure number perfect. My role is to help them achieve a greater health goal: longevity. And the truth is, what I can do pales in comparison to what you can do yourself.

If you’re a night owl, getting up with the birds to exercise probably isn’t on your to-do list. But new research shows hitting the gym or even just heading out for a morning walk could be one of the best things you could do to lower your risk of cancer by boosting a cancer-fighting hormone. […]

Everyone knows that too much sugar is associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and premature death. And research has shown that low-calorie, artificially sweetened drinks aren’t any better. But for women, they hold another dreaded side effect: Besides sweet drinks making us sick and fat — the science shows they’re making us older […]

Melatonin is experiencing a renaissance, so to speak. If you thought it was just for sleep, think again. Previously, research found it has anti-cancer potential. Now the hormone may add another notch to its belt for saving your memory…

The thyroid gland plays a significant role by controlling our metabolism and how our body uses energy. But still, some think thyroid conditions are just “hormone problems” and may not take them as seriously as they should. But there’s a serious condition that can erupt for people with hyperactive thyroid that’s a full-blown medical emergency.

Cancer can be tough to beat, which is why researchers continue to explore new avenues for fighting the deadly disease. One team has identified a new target that can potentially stop cancer cells from growing and spreading by targeting them from within — and starving them of the energy they need to do their dirty work.

If you’ve been told you have prediabetes or received a recent type 2 diagnosis, vitamin D is one of the most important nutrients you could reach for. Here’s the significant reason why…

Many of us have just made another resolution to lose the extra weight around our hips, thighs and belly. And more likely than not, we’ll give it up again in defeat. Not to sound glib, but if you want to really lose the weight, just drink more water — but not for reason you think. […]

Plant-based diets have grown in popularity over the last few years. Books like “Forks over Knives” and documentaries like “The Game Changers” have inspired people to give plant-based diets a second look. If you still need a little incentive, here’s this: Plant-based diets boost after-meal calorie burn and lead to serious weight loss.

We’ve long known vitamin D supports a healthy immune system. Now it’s apparent it provides significant defense against SARS-Cov-2, the virus behind COVID-19. That’s why more than 120 medical experts have signed an open letter to the world’s governments, calling for an “immediate widespread increase” of the vitamin that could slow, possibly end, the pandemic.

In 2011, the International Agency for Research on Cancer classified radiofrequency radiation, the type used in smartphones and laptops, as a “possible human carcinogen.” Now, two new studies may confirm they were right on the money, at least when it comes to two common cancers that have increased dramatically over the past few years. Breast […]

An epidemic of estrogen dominance is hitting women over 35. If you’re tired, dealing with period problems and early “menopausal” symptoms, can’t sleep and wonder why your mood’s gone haywire — you may be too. This is something you don’t want to ignore. The sooner you wrangle your hormones, the sooner you get your life back.

You can only cut calories for so long before your brain rebels against the restrictions and increases food cravings to the point where you can’t help but eat more. Luckily, researchers identified a superfood that counteracts this brain activity. On top of that, it’s loaded with other amazing full-body benefits you can’t pass up… So, […]

This paleo friendly meal has plenty of healthy fats and is a low-carb option for those looking to cut back on grains. Let us know if you try it in the comments!  FOR THE SALMON: 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets skin on or off 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic chopped, about 2 teaspoons […]

Mexican Spiced Cauliflower tacos are a low-carb meal packed full of healthy fats and veggies for a delicious twist on tacos! Here’s an extra tip from us: for some added gut support add some pickled red onions on top! For the Cauliflower: 1 head cauliflower 1-2 tbsp avocado oil optional Spice Mix 1 tsp chili […]

Since the pandemic began, we’ve been asking questions: Who will it strike? Why do some people suffer a severe case or loss of life? And most urgently, how can we stay healthy? Now, we learn that a heavy metal we’re commonly exposed to could cause not just COVID, but pneumonia and flu infection to escalate… […]

Of all the things that can happen to a woman’s body during menopause, there’s nothing quite like a hot flash. When I was young, my mother used to roll down the car window in the dead of winter and stick her head out the window. I never understood this, until I hit menopause myself. If […]

A checkup on your heart may look something like this: an echocardiogram to check your valves, an MRI to look for scar tissue, and an EKG to predict incoming heart attack development.  As great as these methods are, they do have drawbacks. But this simple at-home method can check your heart status in between checkups… Just […]

The biggest reason most of us exercise, beyond weight loss, is for the heart health benefits. Lowering blood pressure tops the list, and that alone is worth heading to the gym, sweating through a workout doing it all again a day (or two) later. But your mouth may be cutting those heart health benefits short… […]

By the end of 2030, there are expected to be at least 82 million cases of dementia worldwide. Scientists have been dutifully searching for a cure, but they continue to hit roadblocks. But that doesn’t mean we have to sit patiently on the sidelines. If you do though, make sure to sip some blueberry juice… […]

Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene which the body converts into the essential nutrient vitamin A. But researchers studying the role of beta-carotene in lowering cholesterol levels identified an enzyme that’s necessary for this benefit — and some of us are missing out. That means you need to go about getting yours differently. That […]

Over the last decade, research has shown the importance of having a collection of diverse and varying kinds of gut bacteria in your microbiome. Without that balance, we’re wide open for disease. You could, and should, eat more fiber. But there’s one superfood that can give you all that — and the fat you don’t […]

After all we’ve been through, reach around and pat yourself on the back. You deserve it. You’re a survivor and that means you’re looking ahead… Because the mutant variants of COVID will keep coming. If you haven’t made it a priority to ramp up your immune system, there’s still time…

Snoring. Waking up multiple times a night gasping for air. Feeling tired and irritable throughout day. All of these are signs you could have sleep apnea, a condition that affects more than 29 million Americans and carries very serious health risks. But if you have thyroid eye disease, sleep apnea may even steal your sight… […]

If you’re a post-menopausal woman, you may be taking hormones to help slow bone loss and prevent osteoporosis. HRT carries some risks. But one hormone in particular could put you at risk for another condition that has nothing to do with your bones…

Frazzled, tense, anxious, worried, wound up? Watch out. People with higher levels of stress have higher levels of a hormone in their hair that’s an indicator for obesity over time, including larger waist circumference and a higher body mass index…

We’ve all felt lonely at some point in our lives, but, hopefully, only for short periods of time. Because research is telling us that chronic loneliness, the kind that can last for years, can do more than just make you feel unhappy… it leads to disease that kills.

If you don’t have celiac disease, but you’ve noticed that eating gluten-containing foods makes you feel ill, there’s another cause you should consider… A food compound found in many of the same foods as gluten could be the true culprit behind your chronic gut issues.

Many exercises work to strengthen one area or another. But when time is in short order and you want to work more areas, you need a multi-faceted exercise. This one tones your core and your arms…

If you’re suffering from poor digestion, depression or anxiety, it could all start with your gut. That’s because, while we all know that a poor diet is unhealthy, researchers have found that stress may be just as harmful to a woman’s body as a really bad diet…

I used to dread coughing or sneezing because it made my bladder leak. That’s when I decided I had to do something. But, what? The medications rob your brain of acetylcholine, needed by neurons to communicate. No worries, you don’t have to choose between a happy bladder and functioning brain…

The first thing every man should know about HPV is how common it is, which means it’s time to educate yourself about this prevalent infection and its possible consequences: HPV is typically known as the virus that causes cervical cancer, but in men contributes to…

Losing just ten pounds over ten years may cut your risk of developing arthritis by more than 50 percent. In addition to causing pain, carrying too much stomach fat puts you at risk for serious life-threatening consequences. But you may be surprised to learn how much vitamin C can help…

The symptoms of Lyme disease mimic the flu (and yes, deer ticks can survive in very cold weather). And only 30 percent experience the tell-tale bulls-eye rash. That’s why you should be vigilant. Fortunately, there’s new hope for defeating this disease from a surprising source…

Fermented foods support your health in so many ways… They tame tummy issues, reduce your risk of diabetes, keep your mental health in check and help you maintain a healthy weight, among other things. But have you ever thought about using fermented foods to fight the flu?

As the weather gets colder, nothing sounds more appealing than a nice, hot sauna. Like me, you may not head to the spa for a sauna session often. But there’s good reason too. Science shows saunas could slash your risk for some serious health conditions…

One day you feel fine and the next day you can’t get out of bed because of the pain. That’s life with the often debilitating pain of fibromyalgia. Have you tried to achieve relief from your fibromyalgia symptoms naturally? For many, these options prove effective…

You try to fall asleep at night, but no matter how tired you are, the racing thoughts streaming through your mind won’t stop. When the internal chatter is too much to handle or ceases to abate, it can cause mental fatigue and psychological distress. Here’s how to quiet it…

Picture a fish tank without a filter. Before too long, sludge and slime build up, and the fish die. Your brain without sleep is like a fish tank without a filter. Until the last few years, scientists really didn’t understand just how your brain cleans up after itself. Now, they do.

Most people fear blindness more than losing a limb, and nearly as much as getting cancer or AIDS. That’s why the eye disease glaucoma is so dang scary… But there’s something you can do to prevent glaucoma from stealing some (or all) of your sight…

Do you do everything you can to take care of your oral health? Or, are you more of a quick swipe with your toothbrush kind of person? Is flossing a twice a day ritual or a hassle you’d just a soon skip? If caring for your teeth and gums is not at the top of your to-do list, I’ve got news for you…

If you’re like most people you probably believe that illnesses mostly happen during stressful events. But, in fact, we are most vulnerable to illnesses right after a period of heightened stress followed by a rapid drop in stress levels… exactly like what happens during and after the holidays.

A kiss under the mistletoe is a longstanding holiday tradition, steeped in ancient lore. Depending on the health of your kissing partner, when you indulge in a 10-second kiss, you exchange much more than good tidings…

According to a new study, you may have even more reason than ever to want to eat right and get in shape. That’s because that spare tire around your middle, along with those love handles, could be putting you at risk for Alzheimer’s disease…

Eczema affects over 31 percent of the US population, and is best known as a condition that makes the skin red, itchy, swollen, cracked and painful. Many things can cause eczema, and there appears to be no cure for it. But there is an essential oils blend that can provide relief…

Just about every process in the human body involves chemical reactions. And the catalyst for those chemical reactions are enzymes. Digestive enzymes improve nutrient absorption, while proteolytic enzymes treat various chronic diseases. Let’s talk about using them…

If you’ve tried to sit or stand using better posture, you’ve probably noticed the first place you feel it is in your tummy area. Here’s where the really simple “boat” pose can help your posture and train those muscles for a firm, tight and flat tummy…

The latest research shows that cutting calories is an effective way to prevent and even reverse type 2 diabetes. But if you want to prevent type 2 diabetes (or improve an existing case), you don’t have to cut back on all food. There’s one type of food you want to get more of…

Typical arthritis pain is a result of cartilage between joints wearing down. But middle-aged women can suddenly find themselves with that and more: fat, inflamed, painful joints that seem to develop almost overnight. If that’s you, be wary of the potentially deadly medications and try this instead…

Up to 75 percent of women suffer with hot flashes during menopause, and about 10 percent continue to 15 years later. Irritating and embarrassing… they can even make it hard to sleep at night. But you can reduce the frequency and severity of hot flashes naturally…

When you think of improving exercise performance and recovery, and strength, supplements that often come to mind include creatine, carnitine, amino acids, fish oil, and protein powders. But an especially potent antioxidant brings some special properties to the table…

Heartburn, acid reflux, GERD… no matter what you call it, the symptoms can be painful, including tightening of the chest and burning in the stomach and throat. Downing a few heartburn tablets is an easy quick fix, but the result could be devastating for your kidneys…

When it comes to choosing a healthy cooking oil, there’s one oil that’s easy to get confused about—canola oil. Efforts to market canola oil as a health food have led to mixed messages that might have you wondering… Should you embrace canola oil or avoid it?

Summer is over, days are shorter, it gets dark earlier… you spend less time outside, thanks to the cold. It all adds up to a recipe for worsening depression. Short-term depression can have consequences on your health, but don’t head off to the doctor for anti-depressants just yet…