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The holiday season is buzzing with celebrations, albeit smaller this year, that include plenty of drinks to go around. But it’s no secret that alcohol affects the brain. Though the occasional celebratory drink may be alright, researchers have identified three key times in our lives when alcohol can be especially harmful to our brains. The […]

Sadly, almost 380,000 people are likely to die this year due to heart failure. And while numerous factors can raise your risk of becoming one of those statistics — like high blood pressure, heart attack and even diabetes that damages your blood vessels — there’s an easily modifiable risk factor that might surprise you… your […]

For a couple of years, stress has been fast approaching crisis levels in the U.S. Some of us have tried self-care, meditation, exercise and calming herbs. But managing stress could be even easier with the right diet… One that’s already known for amazing health benefits…

Have you noticed a progressive decline in your cognitive skills? If so, you could be living with mild cognitive impairment, a condition that can precede Alzheimer’s disease. Even so, there is something you can do about it right now… You only have to commit to about 20 minutes a week to see big benefits. But one warning from the researchers: Don’t wait!

You pull yourself out of bed in the morning and your back aches. You head into the kitchen to get breakfast and notice that your neck and shoulders are tense and your hamstrings tight and painful. Every movement hurts. And you think, “Today, I’ve got to stretch.” But you may be surprised to learn that what you’re eating could be causing your muscle pain.

According to the CDC, 88 million Americans are now living with prediabetes and are on the path to a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis in the coming years. Yet, as scary as that number is, it can also be looked at as 88 million cases of diabetes that are preventable with the right steps. And those steps are exactly what a brand-new study published in the international journal JAMA Internal Medicine has given us…

Eggs have had a bad rap. Many people stay away from them, to avoid high cholesterol and heart disease — and the newest research says eating eggs may lead to diabetes. But as it turns out, eggs could be one of the best things to include in your diet to stabilize your blood sugar — with one caveat…

If you have a dog, they’re part of your family. And you want to do whatever it takes to protect their health and well-being. Good nutrition is an important part of that equation, and it turns out the timing of a good diet needs to be precise to protect your dog from a particularly irritating health problem…

For years, doctors and researchers have seen a tantalizing connection between vitamin D and cancer. Yet, that connection has always been just out of reach. Now, a brand-new look at that VITAL study data has once again delved into the connection between vitamin D and cancer and found good news for us all — an up to 38 percent reduction of metastatic or fatal cancers.

Semi-volatile organic compounds hang in the air and dust of your home, and they’re changing the composition of your gut microbiome. That’s a big deal considering your gut is command central for your immune system and helps fight off not only bacteria and viruses, but also myriad diseases. This danger may be invisible, but the threat to you and your family is not…

The damage caused by stroke can range from mild to life-threatening, depending on the severity and how quickly health care professionals intervene to stop it. Researchers are working overtime to find ways to combat stroke damage… One new way focuses on calcium’s confusing relationship with ischemic stroke.

Light is connected to migraine in more ways than one. Anyone who suffers from them knows that during an attack light is like salt on a wound. Light hurts and makes a migraine worse. But light can also be a trigger. When I changed the light in my life, I also changed how migraine affected my life.

There has been considerable scientific interest in recent microbiome studies related to diabetes. But what exactly do the bacteria in your gut have to do with type 2 diabetes? Your gut microbiota can form a molecule that can lead to the progression of type 2 diabetes…

The prospect of anti-cancer properties is just one of the many researched benefits of curcumin. So why not add more curcumin to your life? Here are a few fun and easy ways you can…

Sugar offers little to nothing but calories. But we really like it, except when it leads to weight gain. A new study, however, may change the way you think about it. You know the saying — “the hair of the dog” — used often when someone suffering a hangover needs a little of what got them that way to get over it? It turns out that sugar could be the key to eating less over the holidays…

It’s no secret that a sedentary lifestyle can wreak havoc with your health. But sometimes it can seem impossible to work even 30 minutes of exercise into your busy life. Luckily, experts are finding more evidence that smaller stints of exercise can be just as powerful, yielding significant benefits you can’t afford to pass up.

Functional pain refers to pain that occurs without injury. Migraines and fibromyalgia fall into this category. Turns out more women suffer this kind of pain and now we know why. For starters, a female hormone acts on sensory pain receptors and may ramp up that stimuli. To make matters worse, certain pain treatments can kick it into high gear.

When inflammation goes unchecked for too long, the nervous system becomes damaged and can lead to diseases like Alzheimer’s or multiple sclerosis. That’s just one example of why inflammation is often called the root of all disease. But researchers have found a peptide in the beetroot that could make all that a thing of the past…

Walnuts are known to have numerous health benefits, many of which involve the heart — I’ve lost count of how many I mention in this one post! And now, the largest and longest study to date exploring the benefits of walnuts has discovered how they can help protect you from one of the most destructive processes in the human body…

A new study shows that people doing hard physical work have a higher risk of developing dementia than those doing sedentary work — 55 percent higher. Why? There’s a difference between hard labor and exercise. One of them hurts the blood supply to the brain and the other boosts it…

It’s time to stop thinking of menopause as something perfectly normal. While the menopause symptoms women experience may seem annoying, the truth is they can actually be a harbinger of things to come for your heart. So, what turns a menopause symptom into a heart disease trigger? The number of them you might suffer carries more weight, even if they’re moderate to severe…

2020 has been a very unpredictable year, and levels of anxiety and depression have skyrocketed. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by it all. Even the thought of how to shake it seems like an insurmountable task. But what if all it took was just one thing… one step… one new habit to ditch what’s bringing your down and feel like your old self again? Not to mention the added benefits…

Vitamin D builds strong bones and teeth and prevents osteoporosis. It also helps control the overactive immune response. Now, research has shown that a lack of vitamin D in pregnant women could predict future cognitive deficits for their unborn children.

Why do some people gravitate toward chili peppers and enjoy the burn while others can’t stand it? Perhaps they sense something that more and more research is revealing: that chili peppers may help you live longer. So, if you’re not traditionally a fan of spicy foods, it may be time to change your ways…

Men need to be watchful for any signs of testicular cancer, especially if they are at higher risk for the disease because of age, race, family history or medical condition. Recently, a study turned up another risk factor for testicular cancer — a medical procedure that can be difficult to avoid but could raise the risk almost 60 percent…

When you live with inflammatory bowel disease, you have a lot to watch out for. There’s the chronic inflammation of your digestive tract, the weight loss and diarrhea and the increased risk of colon cancer. But IBD also triples the risk of a life-threatening blood clot. For 1 in 7 IBD patients, it could be even higher…

The Endocrine Society has spent over 14 years researching our exposure to environmental toxins that are present in the air, water, soil and our homes. They interfere, imitate or alter pathways of hormones in the body that lead to disease. And now there’s proof that our exposure can lead to diabetes that we can pass onto our children.

You’ve probably heard that if you want to lose weight, you should eat your biggest meals early in the day. The theory is you drop weight faster by taking in most of the calories you plan to eat in a day several hours before bedtime (when your metabolism naturally slows). The idea of not worrying over what to eat so much as when seemed easy enough. But, we’re learning it may have sounded too good to be true…

While it’s normal and healthy for blood pressure to fluctuate throughout the day, when your blood pressure stays elevated, it can lead to many health problems. Many people require medications to control their blood pressure. However, there are several things you can do that will help to make it easier to manage your readings…

It’s been long understood that when you have a heart attack, it’s because somehow blood flow to your heart has become cut off, either due to a blockage or a narrowing of your coronary arteries. Blood clots can detach and float off to block those arteries. But finding immune cells are the mechanism behind those clots came as a surprise to researchers recently…

There’s no reason to accept the stomach pain, nausea, alternating constipation and diarrhea, indigestion and gas that is irritable bowel syndrome, especially with new research shedding light on a much simpler answer to overcoming your symptoms.

Poor eating habits can easily become a vicious cycle. But side effects of food additives may be more to blame. Turns out some keep your stomach from telling your brain you’re full and send your appetite into overdrive.

Can you afford to go on not really knowing how to meditate? Considering the far reaching health benefits, the answer is “no!” No longer is meditation only considered an ancient spiritual practice: its many physical benefits have been scientifically proven… in fact Harvard says it really works.

Problems with the bacteria in your gut have now been linked to everything from obesity and irritable bowel syndrome to depression, immune system malfunction, hormonal issues, heart disease and cancer. The best way to counter this problem is to…

Traditionally turmeric has been used to fight inflammation, colds and asthma, but in recent years scientists have discovered a wide variety of reasons why it’s especially good for men’s health.

It’s no secret that the skin on your face and neck are the first places to show signs of aging. And a single wide-spread problem, inflammation, is a big contributor to those signs of premature aging. That why scientists coined the term — inflammaging. But the right nutrient may be all you need…

Eating yogurt is one of the healthiest ways to get your daily dose of dairy. And I’m guessing you know why… because it’s packed with probiotics, of course! But if you’re bored with the plain old yogurt you usually eat (or even if you’re not), you may want turn to yogurt’s more thirst-quenching cousin…

Stinky, foul smelling breath is far more than just a social embarrassment. It could be a warning about your health. In fact, checking your breath regularly could even save your life. Let’s look at the 9 things your breath could be trying to tell you about your health.

In its most genuine state, gratitude is not merely the act of acknowledging positive aspects or blessings in your life, but of feeling a true appreciation for them. And when the feelings of gratitude are genuine, something amazing happens: Your brain actually changes…

There’s a good chance MS symptoms are aggravated by deficiencies and food allergies. Anyone who has MS, or any autoimmune disorder, like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or Sjögren’s syndrome, should get tested. But why not go ahead and support your body with super supplements?

Its health benefits are why it’s the second most popular beverage worldwide after water. People sip it to ward off cancer, speed up their metabolism, balance their blood sugar and live a longer life. But there’s another way to drink it that you may not have thought of…

Most of your adult life, you’ve been warned to keep the carbohydrates to a minimum. Most of the time, the reasoning behind those warnings centered on weight loss issues. But there’s another very important reason you’ve probably never heard of…

What helps you get out of bed in the morning? Is it your family? A job you love, or, are you just high on life? Because if something inspires you to keep getting up and going at it day after day, that’s likely the reason you are getting a good night’s sleep too…

Although it’s a natural part of aging, wrinkles and sagging skin can have a negative impact on the way you feel about yourself. And if you’re just not comfortable in your own skin, there’s no reason to be miserable. The signs of aging can be reversed…

Electromagnetic fields are all around us. And with the advent of electronic and smart devices, the sources emitting EMFs have become so plentiful that we’re living in “electro smog.” That’s a real health problem — because it’s breaking down the very structure of our cells…

Nighttime is usually when your body rests and restores itself… Unless, of course, you have a hidden sleep disorder that prevents you from getting the rest you need and ruins your health…

Tightness often results when you stop putting your muscles through a full range of motion. Your connective tissues begin to adhere and create scar tissue, resulting in more restriction and pain. Get ready to feel better in just two minutes a day…

Numerous studies reaveal that environmental toxins, including pesticides used on food crops, are having a significant impact on sperm health as well as testosterone levels. To help maintain healthy sperm and T-levels…

If you suffer from arthritis, the joint pain, swelling and stiffness can leave you wondering if there’s any help. And, the answers from your doctor can be downright scary. The good news is there’s a plant that has also been shown to improve joint swelling and mobility…

There’s a common misconception that brains and brawn are mutually exclusive… If you’re built like a muscle man, you’re probably not that smart. And if you’ve got the IQ of Einstein, you’re probably scrawny. But this couldn’t be further from the truth… especially as you get older.

The causes of chronic pain are many. But regardless of what’s causing your pain, one thing is for certain, it not only makes you miserable and prevents you from living life, it’s setting you up for one of the most devastating age-related brain diseases around…

Cholesterol is linked to heart disease. We’ve heard it all our lives — the good, the bad and the ugly. But is it true? Over the years as researchers have begun to understand more, it is now becoming apparent that the good, the bad and the ugly are not what we once believed.

Sunlight is one of the four things that sustains life… the other three being oxygen, water and food. But sunlight provides more, including a band of light known as far infrared radiation (FIR), which has been proven to provide many health benefits, from pain relief to disease prevention and weight loss.

GRP78 is a protein that’s sparking the interest of cancer researchers because of its ability to cause normal cells to “switch” to cancerous cells. You can’t fight it with drugs yet, but a few natural plant compounds have come to the rescue…

Are your heels cracked, callused, dry and painful? Does the way your feet look make you feel old? If so, you’re not alone. Here’s what you can do at home to get smooth, beautiful feet again…

There’s not much conventional medicine can do for you if you have IBS. Your doctor can offer drugs that may provide some symptomatic relief like diarrhea medication, anti-spasmodic medication and laxatives. But these are only Band-Aid solutions. Luckily, natural remedies can come to your rescue…

Arthritis is often thought of as a normal part of aging, but is often misunderstood… in fact, it’s not a single disease, but a broad description for chronic joint pain or joint disease. But there’s good news: several natural treatments are proving to help. One approach focuses on…

This special kind of Japanese tea is made differently than normal green tea and boasts of over a thousand more antioxidant levels. I drink it daily for its disease-fighting, detoxing, weight-loss and cancer-fighting power. If you haven’t yet tried matcha green tea, here are all the reasons you should…

When you work out, it may feel like you’re putting more stress on your body than it’s worth. But after a few weeks of sticking with the program, your body feels stronger and healthier. There’s a powerful antioxidant that works in the same way, gently stressing your body to strengthen your disease defenses…

Silent reflux is a tricky condition, because it can easily go unnoticed. You don’t experience that impossible-to-miss burning, but it still causes damage to your throat and larynx. So once you realize what’s going on, it’s not something you should ignore.