Do Protein Needs Drop with Age? The SURPRISING Answer
I had a patient ask me the other day if they needed as much protein now as when they were younger. After all, we aren’t quite as active as seniors compared to when we were spring chickens. It’s a good question. And the answer might surprise you… Remember when you could devour a whole pizza...
Follow Your “Gut Feeling” to Reduce Diabetes Risk
It seems like every day we learn something new about the incredible influence our gut has on our overall health. From mood to immunity, and even to how well we sleep, the community of microbes in our digestive tract is pulling the strings behind the scenes. So, it should come as no surprise that researchers...
Mailbag: Don’t Miss These Dementia Red Flags
“I’ve noticed that my memory isn’t as sharp as it used to be. I often forget where I’ve placed my keys or struggle to recall names. Should I be worried about dementia since it runs in my family? When should I worry?” – Elizabeth Hi Elizabeth, It’s totally normal to have some memory slips as...
“Down and Dirty” Trick Supercharges Your Microbiome
There was a time when we thought staying squeaky clean would help keep us healthy. “Cleanliness is next to Godliness,” we’d insist. However, the opposite is likely true. In fact, research finds getting your hands dirty is GOOD for you. But it’s got to be done the right way… Scientists say gardening shouldn’t be restricted...
Nutty Solution CRACKS the Weight Loss Code
I’ve been preaching the nut gospel for years… they’re delicious and (despite the rumors) won’t make you fat. Now, new research is backing me up in a BIG way. The study found that eating nuts is excellent for weight CONTROL. Many soul-crushing, joy-killing diets have you count every calorie and leave you feeling famished and...
Diet Trick Slashes Multiple Sclerosis Risk
Multiple sclerosis (MS) only strikes younger people… right? So, if you’ve reached your senior years, you should be in the clear. Not so fast. It turns out the number of older folks being diagnosed with MS is rising. In fact, it has been since the 1970s right along with the overall number of diagnoses—it’s just...
Could Your NOSE Save Your Life?
The human body is both super weird and incredibly cool. Case in point: There’s evidence that our sense of SMELL can send us secret signals… About our HEART. That’s right, your nose could be trying to tell you something about your ticker. And not listening could be a fatal mistake. As odd as it sounds,...
7 BETTER THAN Soda Alternatives
Some folks may be tired of hearing me say soda is the devil, but I’m going to repeat it anyway because it is. After all, soda is stuffed with harmful, inflammatory sugar. And if there’s one change you can make that will have a HUGE impact on your health, it’s swearing off the sweet stuff....
“Emotional” Trigger Sends Stroke Risk Soaring 56%
Back in the day, we didn’t “talk about our feelings.” Instead, we were supposed to quietly suffer and pretend everything was fine. Thankfully, that has started to change. We now understand you can’t separate physical and mental health. They’re one and the same. In fact, mental health—loneliness in particular—has been making headlines the last few...
Mailbag: Are Hearing Aids Worth It?
“My hearing seems to be deteriorating, and I often find myself asking people to repeat themselves. My kids want me to get hearing aids, but is it really worth it?” – George Hi George, I totally understand your concerns about investing in hearing aids. It’s a big decision, and it’s natural to wonder if it’s...