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Do you have stomach issues, food allergies or intolerances? What if you could get rid of your gut trouble without changing anything in your diet? It sounds too good to be true, but it’s possible. That’s because gut issues don’t always have to do only with the contents of your stomach…

One in eight women will develop breast cancer at some point in her lifetime. And even while breast cancer rates have been decreasing, this year alone, over 42,100 women will die from it. But a review of 20 studies proves a high fiber diet is a solid way to bring your breast cancer risk down.

In many modern countries, even the U.S. where most people have access to high-quality nutrition, vitamin deficiencies are more common than most realize. That puts wellness at the top of the list… starting with these essential nutrients…

We all want to look younger. Yet, little things you do each day could be aging you beyond your years… That’s why we’re counting down six seemingly harmless habits that can leave your face looking like a road map. If you’re doing any of these, stop now to keep your age a secret…

On their own, statins are not a fool-proof guarantee of better outcomes. In fact, I recommend that all my patients eat a heart-healthy diet. Why? Because if your cholesterol is high and you can reduce it with diet alone, that’s always the better answer. That’s why a new study is so alarming…

With COVID-19 going around, you want your immune system to be primed and ready to fight if and when it needs to. That means you should pay a little extra attention to the vitamins and minerals you’re getting daily. A new scientific review shows that high selenium levels could be linked to a higher likelihood of surviving COVID-19…

There’s one exercise that can be done anywhere. No special equipment is required and the benefits are wide-ranging — from boosting your brain health to keeping your heart ticking.So, throw out the excuses and break out your shoes…

Since we know that heart disease is the leading cause of heart attacks, is there anything you’re doing that’s increasing your risk of death? What can you do differently that could save your life? For starters, you can change these five habits and change your risk…

I’m being careful to make very conscious choices about what I eat these days. See, the link between depression and weight gain is well established. But there’s another piece of the puzzle that may be the root of the problem and the answer to fixing it…

As much as I enjoy losing myself in good television, I know that by watching so much all at once, I might be putting my health at risk. According to all the research, binge-watching is linked to a higher risk of inflammatory disease and a shorter life span in general… so is there a level that’s safe, especially for your heart health? The good news is yes!

You’ve probably heard about “brain-boosting” foods that lower your risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia. But an area that gets overlooked when we talk about diet is food pairing. Can eating certain foods together impact your risk? Turns out these pairings are a recipe for cognitive decline…

Overall, fewer people are dying from cancer. But while cancer deaths are going down, the number of people being diagnosed with certain types actually went up last year. We’ve put together a list of six symptoms that doctors say patients often miss to help you avoid being caught in this nightmare scenario…

If you have metabolic syndrome, you’re officially at a much higher risk for heart disease (diabetes and cancer too). Scary thought, I know. But protecting yourself from the dangers of metabolic syndrome might be easier than you’d think…

More than one million people suffer from MS in the U.S. But ground-breaking research may be able to help them slow, even reverse the damage it inflicts on the nervous system. Best of all, it’s a natural compound found in some of our favorite fruits.

Even though coffee has transformed its bad-for-you image over the past couple of decades, there are still lingering questions about coffee’s impact on your health. Why is coffee OK for your heart in some studies and not OK in other studies? Research shows it all may come down to this one thing…

In the weeks after a heart attack, you need to do things differently so you don’t have another one. What should you do to turn your heart health around? Healthy eating and exercise are great starters. But there’s another component to restoring heart health that people often forget about…

For decades, scientists have questioned the link between sleep and Alzheimer’s. Does poor sleep increase risk? It seems people with sleep problems are more vulnerable to Alzheimer’s. Or, does the brain biology of people at risk cause them to have poor sleep? Regardless, what’s at the root of this is what deep sleep does to your brain.

Over the past couple of decades, we’ve seen aspirin’s anti-cancer clout rise significantly. But the salicin that inspired aspirin may not even be the best anti-cancer compound the amazing willow has to offer. Recent research shows there’s another willow compound with even more cancer-fighting potential…

Making deliberate choices about the foods you eat and what kinds of meals you prepare for yourself can truly make the difference between good or poor health or between a minor illness or a life-threatening one. Foods that boost your immune health are especially important…

I like a glass a wine now and then, but I’m finding my body doesn’t tolerate it as well as it did in my younger days. Luckily, a study has found an herbal remedy may work like a natural hangover drug to not only significantly reduce acute alcohol-related symptoms but protect the liver.

If you’ve been feeling out of balance or even taken a tumble, it may be time to get your ears checked — but not for the reasons you might think. It turns out your hearing plays a bigger role in your balance than ever realized and a hearing test could help you avoid a fall…

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation, more than 25 million Americans now suffer from asthma. That’s 25 million people that have to take more extensive precautions with their health in these unprecedented times. So, what should you be doing now to protect yourself if you have asthma?

If you have celiac disease you have to strip every trace of gluten from your life. But even when you try your best, a dose of gluten gets past and ends up triggering diarrhea, fatigue, pain, nausea, vomiting, and other terrible symptoms. Here’s good news for you, even if you’re just gluten sensitive…

If the last couple of years have taught us anything, it’s that prevention is worth its weight in gold. But you should know, just like there are foods that can boost your health when you need it most, there are some foods that, no matter what bug you’re fighting, you should avoid like, well… the plague.

There’s no way to put this that it doesn’t sound scary: Inflammation causes your body to produce cells that stop your immune system from fighting off cancer — basically putting the brakes on your defenses and allowing the cancer to grow unchecked. But’s that information you can use to turn your risk around…

As you know, brain volume tends to shrink with age. And as a result, you start to experience some level of cognitive decline, even if you don’t end up with dementia or Alzheimer’s. But one man’s brain scans show a near lifetime practice can slow down the rate at which the brain ages…

Are you confused about the difference between probiotics and prebiotics, and how each can benefit your health? You’re not alone. We’re going to clear all that up in a moment. But, for now, just know that prebiotics are the focus of recent research, and not for the usual reasons.

Diabetes is an epidemic in our country, spurred on by sedentary lifestyles and skyrocketing rates of obesity. And, once you have it, the rest of your health can quickly deteriorate, raising your risk of heart disease, stroke, and heart attack.

A new study takes a closer look at whether eating more olive oil, one of the main components of the Mediterranean diet, is associated with a lowered risk of heart disease here in the United States. But what about other plant-based oils?

75 is the average age for a first stroke in women. But could making midlife lifestyle changes significantly reduce the number and severity of strokes in women who are of middle age and beyond? The results of a 25-year study shed some pretty compelling evidence on that question…

It’s hard to keep up with all the additives food companies sneak into your food. But killing off gut bacteria, creating inflammation and increasing your risk of colon cancer are good reasons to.

When WHO announced several days ago that processed meats and red meats can cause cancer, many of my friends turned to me and asked, “Margaret, what are you going to eat now?” I have no intention of changing the way I eat — and that includes meat.

When you’re trying to keep your weight down, counting calories may be one of the worst ways to go about it. Instead, you should switch to the kinds of nutrient-dense foods that make you feel full after every meal, and watch the pounds come off.

Leg and butt strength are essential for stability, tone and protecting the knee joints. I’m sure many of you have heard of, or even done, leg lunges. Well, today we’ll make those a bit more challenging by doing them this way…

We face stress in our everyday lives. Work and family life can be plenty challenging, and unusually extreme, out-of-our-control events can be incredibly overwhelming. The amount of stress we face and how we deal with it can greatly affect our health.

Of course, the longer you do something, the more accustomed you get to doing it, the easier it gets. But there’s a more exciting reason healthy living gets easier with time…

There’s a lot of hype about the health benefits of cold-pressed juices. Pretty much every health store is selling them. But there are a few things you should know before forking out $10-$15 for these “nutritious” drinks.

Research at Emory University suggests that if you have a hard time keeping your weight where you want it, there is an oversized organ that has grown too large to let our digestive system adapt to its demands.

Alternative health gurus can knock it all they want. Call it processed, call it high glycemic, call it what you want. But getting more of this in your food can help lower the risk of dying from ANY type of cancer, heart disease, kidney disease, or stroke.

FitBit, Nike, Garmin, Jawbone… if you have a wearable fitness tracker, you’re on your way to growing younger. Sound crazy? The secret is in the…

Blood sugar imbalances are manageable without medications if you’re willing to take an honest look at what you eat, be more physically active and moderate your stress. And don’t forget about herbs…

Fatigue comes in many forms, including physical tiredness and digestive issues. One of the great ways to reduce physical and digestive fatigue is through yoga practice. Just a few simple yoga postures, or stretches, can make a significant difference in how you feel

When it comes to your health, being proactive is better than sitting back and waiting for something unfortunate to happen. You should take advantage of screenings that can alert you to problems. But how do you know if a test is truly necessary?

One thing I admire about the Chinese is that over the centuries they have continually looked to animals in nature on which to base their methods of physical culture. And recently, a new method of exercise based on the movements of four legged animals has sprung up once again in China.

If you want to boost your brainpower, there’s an easy way. Feed your brain a little less. This sounds counterintuitive, but this doesn’t mean starve your brain. It means avoid…

If you spend long hours working at a desk, driving your car, or not moving very much, research at Kansas State University shows a way to activate an enzyme in your body to burn off more fat as you work.

You may have heard this before, but it bears repeating: Vitamin D-rich mushrooms protect your body like nothing else! This recipe works well as a side dish, a baked potato topping or an add-in for soup…

What can you drink without sending your blood sugar soaring or increasing risk of type 2 diabetes? Well, there’s always water. But that gets boring. Luckily, there’s the anti-diabetes drink….

An intimate biological relationship exists between two important parts of the male body… one just below your belt and one that beats in your chest. If ignored, the association can prove to be especially damaging — even deadly — if it is ignored.

These are the best exercises for you. Got 10 minutes? Good! Shorter workouts can actually help balance your hormones more than longer workouts, and anyone can make time for these.

By now you’re well aware of the good fats omega-3 and omega-6. They’re the essential polyunsaturated fats we need to survive. But they’re not the only unsaturated fats that are good for you. Have you heard of …

If you take this popular over-the-counter medicine, you could be setting yourself up for a destructive vitamin deficiency. And you may not know you have a problem until your memory starts disappearing, you suffer nerve damage and perhaps fall victim to anemia.

“Diabesity” may affect as many as 100 million Americans and nearly a billion people around the world. It’s a silent, insidious epidemic, developing over years with debilitating symptoms that can seriously impact your quality of life.

You’ve probably experienced ringing in your ears at some point in your life — whether you sat too close to a speaker at a loud concert or got an ear infection. And this ringing is pretty annoying. In fact, if it goes on for too long, it’s enough to drive you crazy…

Does worrying about your health keep you up at night? Or send you running to the doctor every other week? If it does, you may be making matters worse… but your anxiety isn’t the only thing making you sick…

What foods cause your gut bacteria to produce gas? Most predominately it is the complex carbohydrates. When unhealthy bacteria feed on starches they produce the gases that can lead to the bloating, discomfort, or even worse symptons of irritable bowel syndrome…

A team of researchers gave people real-world memory tasks in simulated everyday settings, and then looked at whether the gains would transfer to the peoples’ home lives. It took only one month to significantly strengthen their prospective memory.

The pain and discomfort from rheumatoid arthritis is exacerbated by inflammation. The good news is you can can reduce it, improve your ability to move around and increase your sense of well-being with this popular diet…

I’m a firm believer that cranberry sauce should be eaten year round. And, no doubt, homemade cranberry sauce is far superior to the canned stuff. Why not make it from scratch and really impress your family this Thanksgiving — and beyond?

If you’re struck with a sudden case of brain fog, you may feel like you’re losing your mind. But you’re not alone. It strikes 60 percent of women going through menopause and there’s a very simple explanation, and solutions, for your sudden change in brain function…