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Virginia Tims-Lawson

Popular potty habit almost doubles hemorrhoid risk

Bringing your phone to the bathroom seems harmless. You can take care of business while doing your business. But experts are warning this modern habit can almost double your risk for a very old-fashioned and painful condition…

Dr. Adria Schmedthorst

The lycopene link to preventing severe gum disease

Gum disease is much more common in folks over 50. But why? Are they skimping on good oral health habits? The truth is, they’re skimping on a common nutrient that seems custom-made to prevent severe gum disease.

Joyce Hollman

Alpha-lipoic acid: The metabolic health protector

Metabolic health is a broad term that encompasses four deeply interconnected areas of health: Blood sugar metabolism, weight, the liver and the heart. Learn how one nutrient impacts them all…

Virginia Tims-Lawson

Eat this food to see why you can’t go #2

Gut problems are often revealed by your transit time — the time it takes for food to pass through. Depending on yours, you may be straining on or running to the toilet. This at home test will help you figure out why…

Joyce Hollman

The common drug with a longevity ‘side effect’

Drugs often have undesirable side effects. But sometimes, the result is welcome. Especially if it’s considered a gerotherapeutic, a drug that, in addition to its original purpose, can slow various aging processes…

Dr. Adria Schmedthorst

Doing this regularly could help you age in reverse

Epigenetic age presents a more accurate picture of how well your body’s cells and tissues are functioning. That makes it a more precise measure of age. And unlike the age indicated on your driver’s license, you can reverse it…