Are Your Nightmares a Warning Sign of THIS Disease?
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, We all have bad dreams from time to time. But you’ll want to start paying attention if those nightmares become far more common. Because, as bizarre as it sounds, scientists say they could be a red flag. If you’re acting out those dreams, it’s time to make an appointment to...
MAILBAG: Ease Bathroom Misses NATURALLY
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, “I’ve been dealing with urinary incontinence for a little over a year. Are there any natural remedies to keep it from happening?” – Rosemary from Tallahassee, FL Hi Rosemary, Urinary incontinence (UI) can have many different causes. It’s essential to see a doctor to have UI properly diagnosed. Before we...
This Disease Risk SOARS for Seniors with COVID
Dear Living Well Daily Reader Unfortunately, COVID-19 is far from over. A quick check of the stats shows around 450-500 people are still dying from the infection every day in the United States. That’s about equal to the daily deaths we see at the HEIGHT of a bad flu season. At least we’re currently moving...
Food Additive Sends Blood Sugar SOARING
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, That Hippocrates guy was onto something. He’s often credited with saying, “Let thy food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” And I couldn’t agree more. In fact, I’m constantly telling my own patients, “Food is medicine.” Staying strong and healthy starts with what you put on your plate....
Weird “Nose Signal” Could End in Tragedy?
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, Just a few years ago, losing your sense of smell or taste was pretty rare. Most folks wouldn’t have been able to name a single disease linked to these conditions. Of course, all that has changed. Nowadays everyone knows losing your senses of taste and smell is often linked to...
“Magic Bean” Method Slashes Kidney Risk By 23%
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, I can honestly say that no one has ever asked me how they can take better care of their kidneys. Unless they were already fighting kidney failure, of course. Instead, people tend to focus on their heart, brain, stomach, lungs, or even the liver. But their poor kidneys never get...
ALERT: Your “Smart” Device Causing Cell Damage?
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, Most of us couldn’t imagine living without our “devices” these days. Our smartphones, laptops, and smart TVs fit seamlessly into our daily routines. If you’re like a lot of folks, you’ve come to rely on them for everything from work to entertainment. And you certainly don’t suspect they could be...
MAILBAG: Master Your Microbiome
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, Is kefir actually good for your gut health? Are there other options to improve my gut? –Tammy from Franklin, TN Hi Tammy, Not long ago, you’d only find kefir in the health food store. And that’s if you were lucky. These days you can find it almost anywhere. (I’ve even...
Potent Plant Extract Drives Down Dementia Risk
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, Let’s face it. None of us is getting any younger. And if you’re worried about losing your marbles as you age, you’re NOT alone. It’s a common fear. And for good reason. See, as you lose your memory, you slowly lose everything else, too. Your friends, your family, and your independence...
“Miracle Mineral” Takes A Healthy Chunk Out of Heart Risk
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, I’m sick and tired of hearing about certain health problems that aren’t really problems at all. You know, like having high cholesterol and too much stomach acid. But one of the most maddening non-problems is the widespread belief that salt is inherently unhealthy. Warnings about eating too much salt are...