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Isn’t it funny how when big corporations start selling something that’s supposedly good for your health, it so often turns out to be far worse for you than your original problem? Well, that’s exactly the case when it comes to artificial sweeteners.

Calorie counting isn’t just about weight loss. Overdoing calories for a long time can increase risks for diseases like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Something easier to count? How about how much you’d have to exercise to work off your food?

The Migraine Research Foundation tells us that 12 percent of the U.S. population suffers from migraines. And stroke risk is doubled for at least a quarter of them. Now, a review of research shows an inexpensive and easily available remedy could be the key to treatment and prevention…

Nothing can prepare you for a stroke. It’s sudden. And it’s scary. And there are no promises when it comes to recovery. But what if there was a way to make sure that, if you had a stroke, the repercussions would be less severe, and you would recover quicker?

Long before Big Pharma was around, essential oils were used to control pain, ease stress and stimulate the immune system to fight colds and flu. Research continues into the ways that essential oils can make us healthier, including their power to control inflammation and help wounds heal quickly and safely.

When winter rolls around, in addition to stocking up our medicine cabinet, I stock up our vitamin cabinet with supplements that get us through the season happier and healthier — and hopefully unscathed. Here are our five ‘can’t be without’ supplements for winter…

There’s a connection between diabetes and heart health… no doubt about it… People with diabetes are more likely to develop heart disease. They’re more likely to have a heart attack. They’re more likely to go into heart failure. Why?

A whopping 54 percent of the resolutions made on January 1st involve weight loss goals. Unfortunately, only about 8 percent hold up. But, don’t give up… A little-known study found you don’t have to stick to a certain diet or give up as much as you think to lose considerable weight…

If you look at stomach cancer statistics, you’ll see that less people are getting this terrible disease than ever before. That’s good news. But it’s also misleading… Even though stomach cancer is getting diagnosed less overall, it’s on the rise in one surprising group — people under 60.

This endocrine-disrupting chemical increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes, asthma, and infertility, as well as cancer. And guess what? The FDA and other regulatory agencies have underestimated our exposure to BPA by as much as 44 times the average levels! Time to start protecting yourself…

You’ve probably heard of irritable bowel syndrome. And most people have heard of inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. But there’s a lesser-known condition that, on its own, can totally disrupt your gut health in addition to contributing to others. Is it behind your pain?

It’s funny how common certain beliefs about aging are. Everybody will need glasses. Everybody’s memory will slip. Everybody will lose hearing. Well, hold on… A 20 year study says what you eat can help you avoid hearing loss. It’s the best diet you’ve never “heard” of…

By your 50s, your risk of breast cancer is 1 in 43 and by 60, a scary 1 in 29. But according to a new study from investigators at the American Cancer Society and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, even if you’re over 50, it’s not too late to lower your breast cancer risk significantly…

Researchers say that giving up a certain type of drink offered the same A-fib benefits as the drugs they prescribe to treat the condition. But that wasn’t the only heart-healthy perk…

The relationship between sleep and migraines hasn’t been well understood or even well-studied, leaving migraine sufferers with no information on exactly what type of sleep issues are more likely to cause problems, much less what they can do about it… Until now. And the connection is clear…

Of all the vitamins and minerals, there’s one that seems to hold the key to aging well. In fact, low levels of this nutrient have been linked to heart disease, brain disorders, diabetes and cancer. No, this time it’s NOT vitamin D, but it can help make healthy aging a snap…

All of us feel good when things are going well. But when feelings of frustration, anger or despair erupt, it’s time for help. It’s easy to take the pills any doctor can prescribe to mask your symptoms. But you have other options, proven effective, safe, and inexpensive for pain, depression and anxiety…

Yoga is for everybody, no matter if you’re young or old, in shape or out of practice. As a senior, you also have a lot to gain from yoga. Read on to learn how yoga could improve your health and life as a mature adult.

It’s the perfect time to think about supporting your heart health to live longer and better. That’s because winter can be particularly harsh on your heart. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of heart-protective nutrients that can put your mind at ease while your heart keeps ticking away…

Maybe you’ve wondered whether you should go with plant-based milks over whole milk. Or maybe you’ve asked yourself a far more common question among milk drinkers: Should you choose whole milk or reduced-fat milk? If weight loss is part of the equation, there’s something surprising you should know…

Cranberry juice is perhaps best known as a way to prevent the misery of a urinary tract infection, or UTI. Now, a Canadian study has shown that the mighty berry may also hold an answer to the crisis of antibiotic resistance. That’s because cranberries launch a two-pronged attack to help stop superbugs…

If you have been diagnosed with any of the components that add up to metabolic syndrome — high blood pressure, obesity, high cholesterol or high blood sugar — here’s some good news: There could be an alternative path to health that doesn’t involve counting calories or calculating the fat content of your meals…

The truth is that after a prostatectomy, not only do many men deal with erectile dysfunction, almost every patient has incontinence immediately post-surgery. Most doctors recommend physical therapy. But therein lies the problem…. for some men that makes matters worse, so here’s what your therapist needs to know…

If you drink green tea, you probably do it for one of two reasons… To keep your cancer risk down or to keep your metabolism up. These are two of green tea’s most popular perks. But green tea has a huge benefit that most people forget about…

The Food and Drug Administration exists to protect us from putting toxic or otherwise harmful stuff into our bodies. Yet every single year, dozens of medications we commonly depend on are recalled by the FDA because they are contaminated with poisons. How does this happen?

When most of us consider the possibility of disease, we tend to think physical symptoms will be the first indication of a problem. That’s not always the case… Many diseases, including heart disease, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and more can present with subtle emotional changes long before any physical ones…

You can’t change your birth date. But you do have some control over many aspects of the aging process. That’s why you hear more about heart age, mental age and biological age these days. Can you guess a simple way you can improve the resilience and longevity of your heart, brain and even your chromosomes?

If you’re like me, the next few weeks and months will be a whirlwind of rich foods, thanks to the upcoming holidays. Last January, my pants were a little tighter, my scale showed I was heavier, and I just didn’t feel as healthy as I like to. But some interesting research may make it easier for all of us to get back to our “normal” quicker.

As we get older, insulin’s response to a large meal tends to be weaker later in the day. If you want to control your blood sugar, prevent diabetes and obesity, digest your food more efficiently and sleep better, you’d do well to imitate the Italians. It’s time to bring back the evening constitutional…

Our lives have changed a lot in the past fifteen years… and most of those changes can be traced back to smartphones. You can FaceTime with friends and family across the world. You can instantly access weather reports. You always have directions. It’s amazing stuff. But with good comes bad…

It’s hard to have a sunny disposition while you exercise. You’re usually sweaty and counting the minutes until your workout is over. But, it turns out, adopting a jovial attitude might make your exercise more beneficial.

Every function in the human body is affected by the length of our telomeres. That’s because they are tied to the aging of cells. Longer telomeres translate to slower aging and a disease-resistant life. How can you support them? With the vitamin that plays a key role in telomere longevity…

You have been colonized, but it’s a good thing. Over the course of evolution, the human body and bacteria have developed a close, symbiotic relationship. They’ve become best buds, you could say.

If you’re looking for ways to get stronger and more fit in less time, choosing an exercise that multitasks is perfect for you. Finding an exercise that uses just one piece of home equipment is even better…

It’s easy to turn a deaf ear to certain health threats, especially if you feel powerless about them. That’s why something like toxic pesticide exposure falls to the back burner. Well, here’s your wake-up house call…

Exactly why a Paleo diet might put an end to food cravings is debatable. But if you don’t want to go on a Paleo diet, nutrition experts have come up with other methods that are supposed to be effective at curbing food cravings too…

As if one needed any more reason to get a daily serving of tart, juicy blueberries other than their flavor, researchers have found that the fruit may have properties that may prevent the development of aggressive cancer.

Stress has a bad reputation. You’ve probably heard that it’s going to kill you, or at least damage you in some way. Just thinking about the consequences of stress is enough to make you feel…really stressed! But stress gets bad press, and the situation isn’t quite what you might think. Stress can actually be a good thing.

It is a powerful transformation to have a quiet mind and a happy heart. The tool to accomplish this is the very special meditation exercise taught in this article and video.

Melatonin is an insomniac’s dream. This natural wonder is great for helping you get to sleep and it’s non habit-forming. Isn’t Mother Nature just grand? But there are even more great reasons to supplement with melatonin…

Thomas Eric Duncan walked into a Dallas emergency room feeling deathly ill. Doctors diagnosed him with sinusitis and sent him home. He returned two days later, sicker, and eventually died. Duncan had ebola. This is possibly the most well-known diagnostic error in recent memory.

If you’ve been struggling to lose pounds, wondering how you’ll get through week after week of dieting, there’s good news on the weight loss front: Dieting for just two days a week may actually help you lose more weight than trying to diet every day.

Garlic is one of the healthiest foods in the world. Did you know it can wipe out unhealthy bacteria in your gut, clear out plaque build-up in your arteries and make you flu-proof?

Coffee may wake you up. But there’s a better way… one that gets your blood pumping, your body oxygenated and your spirit motivated to help get you on the right foot for a fabulous day.

The newest technology to fight cancer isn’t being directed at cancer cells. At least, not in the way we usually think… mother nature knows just how to kill these so-called “mother” cells traditional cancer drugs can’t.

Winter is coming … and did you know you can use those cold temperatures to change your fat type and help melt off excess pounds?

When it comes to diagnosing an illness, a label can have far-reaching effects on not only the treatment you receive, but also on how you live the rest of your life. You are not your illness.

Are you a ‘glass half-full’ kind of person? If so, you can look forward to a longer, healthier life than people on the pessimistic side. Why? Because the mere act of looking on the bright side of life has a profound effect on your body.

There’s a beverage that provides instant brain benefits and can protect you from two devastating brain diseases. Luckily, it’s not some unpleasant-tasting health tonic you have to choke down…

The biggest obstacle to exercise for most women is time. The second biggest obstacle is intimidation. If you’re intimidated by the idea of walking into a gym or you simply don’t have the time to do it, you’ll love this.

Mushrooms don’t always get included in the superfood conversation, but they’re clearly one of the most potent. Factoring in their powerful immune benefits, antioxidant and antitumor activity, detox capacity, cardiovascular support and nutrition quotient, these fungi are treasured natural remedies.

One of the most impressive characteristics of the human body is how fast it responds to change. So if you’re ready to feel better than you have in a long time, have I got something for you…

You’ve probably hear that the secret to feeling energetic and on top of your game is in the food you eat. But what does that mean? Well, a study that aimed to answer that question found a surprising link between eating at least…

Start doing these seven magnificent things right now so you can boost your wellness, maintain great health and improve your quality of life.

There are many layers to an artichoke, just like there are many layers to its benefits. Start unpeeling the layers, and you’ll find a superfood that protects you from cancer and more…

Even if you’re doing everything right when it comes to vitamin D, there are still several sneaky factors that can keep your vitamin D levels lower than you’d like, and set you up for disease or infection…

What’s the healthiest bean in the world? There’s good evidence that it’s the cocoa bean, the stuff that chocolate is made of. And research has cemented chocolates reputation as a food with remarkable effects.

“The immune system.” Is there a more boring phrase in health? But when the immune system fights something, that’s when things get interesting. How about fighting excess fat? That would be pretty exciting, wouldn’t it?

The saying, “genes load the gun, but environment pulls the trigger,” means that genes and environment interact, producing health or disease. Sometimes it just takes a little coaxing.

My daughter discovered a recipe for apple cider on Pinterest — and we both discovered that preparing it in the slow cooker makes the house smell good all day. She and my younger son love to drink it. We all love to smell it.