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It’s easy to get confused about what you should eat to lower your risk of type 2 diabetes. Should you go low-carb? Vegan? Low-cal? There’s so much conflicting information out there. So, here’s some simple advice — if you want to escape type 2 diabetes, focus on these three food groups to slash your risk up to 50 percent…

Oxidative stress is like kryptonite for your heart. It’s tied to atherosclerosis (clogged arteries), high blood pressure, cardiac fibrosis (scarring), plaque rupture, arterial blood clots and even heart failure. Luckily, there’s a fruit that contains the three most powerful antioxidants to fend off oxidative stress and provide serious heart protection…

More and more people are turning to medical marijuana to relieve the pain and stiffness of arthritis. They’ve found that CBD is at least as effective as opioids or NSAIDs, but without the dangers of addiction, heart attack, stroke or internal bleeding.

Research has proven time and time again that optimists live longer than pessimists. In fact, one 2019 study found that they live 11 to 15 percent longer than pessimistic folks on average. But what exactly is it about a sunny disposition that leads to a longer life? A new study shows it could all come down to this surprisingly simple factor…

More people get their protein from meat even though eating more plant-based protein could do them a lot of good. In fact, the more plant protein, the longer the lifespan. And it’s not an all-or-nothing deal… Research shows you can eat your meat and increase your plant-based protein just a little for some really big benefits…

One of the most common prescriptions for hypertension in the U.S. is beta blockers, drugs that are supposed to keep your blood pressure in the green zone and protect your heart. But now, according to a new study, these same medications are hiding a danger of heart failure, especially if you’re a woman.

As we age, our eyes become more vulnerable to disease. Age-related macular degeneration is just one example of diseases that become more likely in our 50s, 60s and beyond. Know the signs and learn how to protect your eyes before it’s too late.

We’ve all been there… you brush against a patch of poison ivy or try a new skincare product and your skin erupts in a rash. Typically, you’d need a topical steroid cream to get it under control. But there’s another proven way to tackle this type of allergic response — and you can find it in the fruit aisle.

Do you have a hard time concentrating? Do you forget words or lose your train of thought during conversations? Do you feel spacey or out of it often? If you do, you may be dealing with brain fog. You can lift the fog by ditching these foods…

How do you live to 100? Despite what you may have heard, it doesn’t require extreme diets, expensive medical procedures or unusual health rituals. New research shows it may just require two habits that are so simple they may surprise you…

Diuretics and ACE inhibitors can be effective in treating high blood pressure. But they come with side effects like diarrhea, lightheadedness and muscle cramping. So, what else is a person to do besides eat right and exercise? Add herbs and spices known to naturally lower blood pressure to foods you already eat.

Metabolic syndrome sneaks up on people. It might start with your cholesterol. Before you know it, your blood pressure goes up. Next, your doctor is concerned about your blood sugar which is going up with your weight. Before you wake up one day on more medications than you’ve ever taken in all your years, try a daily bowl of oatmeal instead.

You have roughly 100,000 miles of blood vessels and veins that make up your arterial superhighway… and much working against them. Your heart, and more, depend on them. Luckily, new research has found a way to make it easier than ever to decrease arterial stiffness and improve blood flow. Just grab a partner and stretch…

I’ve never thought of my diffuser as anything but a blessing to my health and home. It’s an easy way to take advantage of the benefits of aromatherapy and a great alternative to chemical air fresheners. But I recently read something that indicated there may be a dark side to my diffuser…

It’s fun to read about the health benefits of guilty pleasures… like drinking coffee, looking at cat memes or indulging in a glass of wine. We get a lot of mixed messages about that last one though. But a new study shows that people who drink low-to-moderate amounts of alcohol have better brain health than those who don’t.

About 84 million adults in the U.S. have prediabetes. That means 34 percent of adults, at any given time, are poised to cross a threshold that would take them down a chronic disease path. Sounds daunting, doesn’t it? But what if I told you they could turn that trajectory completely around in a matter of steps?

How often do you eat capers? You know, those tiny green balls you see hanging out in your chicken piccata, on top of your salmon lox bagel or in your salad. The answer for most of us is probably not that often. That’s a shame because they’re packed with a potent compound for brain and heart health…

Breaking health news contends that limiting dietary saturated fat does nothing for reducing heart disease events or for heart disease prevention. The study’s conclusions run against the advice of most health authorities, but by sheer numbers alone, it feels pretty compelling…

Using disinfectant wipes to clean the surfaces in your home? You should know there’s more to it than just pulling one out and wiping. Follow these tips to make sure you get the most out of them during cold and virus season…

If you’re feeling like all your energy has been drained, you can barely get out of bed in the morning and struggle to make it through the day, you’re not alone. Lack of energy is a common complaint and can be due to a wide range of issues. Figuring out what’s got you dragging is a challenge. Here are some clues…

You’ve probably heard that omega-3 fatty acids fight inflammation and disease, while omega-6 fatty acids fuel them. But recent research shows this isn’t entirely true. Omega-6 fatty acids from healthy sources aren’t the inflammation-causing boogeymen they’ve been made out to be. In fact, they may even have unique health benefits…

High blood pressure can stem from a combination of issues. And while your doctor is prescribing medications, far too often other causes get ignored, leaving you with uncontrolled blood pressure problems that even the strongest medicines can’t fully control. Put these blood pressure-reducing interventions to work…

When you have food allergies, you become very good at inspecting labels. That’s because, if you don’t, it could have serious consequences. But what if, despite all your careful label reading, you’re still exposed to a food allergen because it’s not listed on the label? That’s a food allergy sufferer’s worst nightmare. And the FDA’s new food labeling rules are making it more likely…

Most people think menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, memory loss start in the ovaries, when in fact they are neurological symptoms. That’s because estrogen helps produce energy in the brain. As it delines neurons slow down and age quickly. That’s why women need to protect their brains as they age…

Food is a powerful tool for optimizing health. But how come some people try a certain diet and experience dramatic results while others barely notice a difference in their weight, health and well-being on the same diet? Luckily, research has us one step closer to figuring out how to make healthy eating work for everyone…

Men have a reputation for avoiding check-ups. and even putting off sick visits for as long as possible. That’s why we’ve put together five warning signs something’s wrong with your health that you should never ignore, just for you guys…

We all have times when we overdo it at the dinner table. Unfortunately, overeating regularly causes you to gain weight, increases your risk of chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, cognitive decline and cancer and triggers hormonal changes that make it harder to stop overeating. Luckily, this simple, healthy snack can stop the vicious cycle of overeating…

Adopting clean-living strategies are commonplace for those of us who realize the health dangers posed by toxins. But while we’ve been focused mostly on toxins and poisons, there’s another threat that deserves your attention, capable of contributing to autoimmune diseases and the underlying inflammation that accelerates the process of chronic illness.

You probably remember the days when saturated fat was the enemy of people prone to high cholesterol. In fact, you’ll still see many widely respected health institutions advising people with high cholesterol to cut back on the fats. But a lot of recent evidence shows that this advice is outdated. If you really want to lower your cholesterol, you need to focus on carbs instead…

If you haven’t tried chiropractic care yet, you could be missing out. While some dismiss chiropractic care, believing that the only way to find relief is through medical treatments and drugs, scientific studies are proving that chiropractic works! Here are a few conditions getting adjusted could help…

With age, you lose omega-3 content from brain cells. Although your mind requires these fatty acids, your body can’t make them. You have to get them from external sources, and omega-3s are one way…

Golf is one of the great sports and leisure activities, and methods to improve the game are many. Yet, many golfers simply focus on their stance and swing and neglect the important role the rest of their body plays in their game.

Most people don’t really focus on their health UNTIL they get sick. It takes a life event like getting a serious disease (cancer being “the” BIG one) to wake most people up to getting healthy and making the right choices.

We’ve got so many things draining our energy, stealing our attention and vying for our time that we truly do need to take time to protect ourselves from being depleted. The place to start is to first discover what’s draining your energy because to get it back, you’ll need to stop the leaks…

If you’ve beaten breast cancer, you probably feel extremely grateful and fortunate to be alive. But like many cancer survivors, you may also feel anxious knowing that your cancer could come back at any time. Luckily, there’s a lot you can do to reduce your risk of relapse…

People that consume artificial sweeteners have a greater BMI and greater abdominal fat deposits. They also show greater levels of metabolic syndrome — high blood pressure, high cholesterol, insulin resistance and high blood glucose. But why?

Wellness is a state of feeling good. But too often your wellness is zapped away, decreased to a point where you can experience daily pain, stress, illness and even contract disease. Wellness is depleted by at least one, and often all six, of these wellness zappers you should guard against…

If you start this allergy regimen you won’t have to suffer through the annoying side effects of antihistamines, like sleepiness and brain fog, or the dangerous ones, like increased blood pressure. Instead, all of the side effects you’ll experience are positive ones…

If you’re a woman and you’ve taken a trip to the doctor, chances are you’ve wondered more than once if your doctor was taking you seriously. You may have even brushed those feelings aside, thinking it was just your imagination.

Are you completely and thoroughly exhausted? Have you been feeling depressed or anxious and having joint pain, muscle aches, and headaches? Maybe your skin feels dry or your hair just isn’t as shiny and thick as it used to be? Guess what… Your thyroid could be to blame for all of it.

Fasting can do everything from rebooting your immune system to helping you live longer. But there’s one problem with fasting… it’s incredibly difficult. What if you didn’t have to go through the discomfort of fasting to get the disease-fighting and anti-aging benefits?

Sexual energy is a key to good health. It boosts creativity. It is vital in an intimate and loving relationship. However, for those us who are aging, even thinking about feelings of sexual energy can be a chore. That doesn’t mean your sexual energy can’t be renewed.

A small snack with protein and fat will boost your workout energy. Though there is a lot of talk about burning more fat if you exercise fasted, you’ll spend the most energy if you feel good. More energy spent will equate to more fat burned. Get more tips to get the most from your workout right here…

Tired of all of the good stuff being bad for you according to so-called experts and giving up the foods you love most? Well, here’s some good news for you… There is a type of butter that is so good for you that it gives you a special license to ignore all those warnings about high fat foods.

Yoga offers such great physical training for the body even while you seemingly do nothing but sit still. One of the basic reasons yoga is so effective in toning the body is because of these postural holds, which are an ancient form of isometric training.

Have you been struggling to lose weight? There are a number of hormones in your body that are responsible for signaling to you when you are hungry or full. Get these hormones out of whack and your weight can suffer.

What if you’re already doing everything right, like trying to balance blood sugar through diet, exercise, and getting the right nutrients that help your body manage or avoid type 2 diabetes — but something’s just not clicking. It could be you’re missing this important trace mineral…

We’ve all experienced it… the mad dash to the house and race to the restroom after a long car ride or that sudden feeling during the middle of the night that jolts you out of bed. An overactive bladder can certainly keep you on your toes… and on the toilet frequently.

Ignore the memes that suggest doing more, longer and harder, is better. And the videos that suggest you try for the record 8-minute plank hold. The truth is there is limited return on your investment when you exercise too hard.

If you’re like most people, you spend a lot of your day using your hands. But even though they may be constantly moving across keyboards or smart phone screens, your hands, and your health, might be getting weaker with every passing day…

Do you feel tired, listless, and stressed out? Sounds like adrenal fatigue. And, that “spare tire” isn’t just a sign of a slow metabolism. This candy cure can regulate your stress hormones and help take a load off your adrenal glands.

You might look in the mirror and notice a few new lines appearing on your face. You might also notice you have a little less energy. We’d rather not experience these things, but they are the inevitable signs of aging… It would be great to slow the interior and exterior aging process. Well, it seems you can…

Are you starting to notice that your hair is thinning? If your locks don’t look or feel as thick and gorgeous as they did when you were younger, join the club…

Confused about whether or not grains are good for you? I don’t blame you. There’s a lot of conflicting information… But despite these differing opinions, there’s one fact about grains that’s undeniable…

One of the barriers to eating healthy is cravings. Fortunately, with a little effort, we can retrain the body to hunger for healthier items by eating foods that balance and sustain our blood sugar throughout the day.

What really is sexual energy? We are sexual beings, and thankfully so. However, I believe this energy is greatly underutilized and misunderstood.

If you’re a carb-oholic struggling to lose weight, you need all the extra help you can get. If chips, crackers and pasta are your downfall, that little extra push you need to avoid these pound-packing choices is easier to find than you might think.

If you’re following a gluten-free diet, your exposure to arsenic and mercury could be higher than most people’s. At high enough concentrations, these elements can lead to cardiovascular disease, neurological problems and cancer. You need to fully understand how gluten-free diets can cause this problem in the first place…

Yoga is essentially full-body weight training. You burn calories during (and for hours after!) your workout, while toning muscles, gaining flexibility and eliminating fat.

Does the grayness of winter, an unfulfilling job, a disappointing relationship or just a bad day bring you down? Well, there may be a sure-fire way to improve your mood quickly, without a lot of fanfare, prescriptions or counseling sessions…