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Carolyn Gretton

Dementia-free longevity in half a tablespoon a day

Olive oil is an elixir for life. Studies show it decreases risks for numerous ailments that make for an early grave, like heart problems. But research reveals its greatest gift may be helping us avoid this common scourge of aging…

Joyce Hollman

12 reasons and conditions that make you cold all the time

Winter doesn’t agree with me anymore. When I’m indoors and warm, it’s OK. But you can’t stay inside all winter. For some people, though, feeling cold seems to be a year-round thing, no matter where they live. Here are some of the conditions that might be making you cold all of the time…

Joyce Hollman

The ‘gym supplement’ for healthy aging and everyday wellness

Boost your energy, your brain and your lean muscle mass with a supplement popular among gym goers for fast muscle gains. It’s simply a nutrient for anyone who wants to support everyday wellness and healthy aging. Read on…

Carolyn Gretton

The supplement that could prevent age-related macular degeneration

For years, scientists have been trying to stop age-related macular degeneration. And while there still is no drug cure, supplements like the AREDS formulations can slow progression — but they can’t prevent the onset. That’s where melatonin comes in…

Carolyn Gretton

The drug that could heal stroke — and a lot more

For those lucky enough to survive a stroke, an almost insurmountable challenge lies ahead. That’s why news about a drug that could prevent or possibly reverse the physical and cognitive damage of stroke is great news…

Carolyn Gretton

The real cholesterol culprit cracked: It’s not eggs

If you have elevated cholesterol, you’ve probably been avoiding eggs. Turns out, that advice may be as dated as bell-bottom pants. In fact, it’s this Western breakfast staple that may be the real villain in the cholesterol war…