Live LONGER and HEALTHIER with the “Grocery Cart Challenge”
Nobody on the planet who grabs something from a vending machine, thinking, “This is a healthy choice.” So, if we KNOW it isn’t good for us, why do we do it? Well, often it’s for convenience. We’re hungry and in a hurry, so grab-and-go foods fit the bill. But that’s not the only reason we...
BEWARE of the “Coffee Trap” [UNDOES Benefits]
Longtime Living Well Daily readers know I love my coffee. Powerful antioxidants and other healthy compounds in coffee deliver various health benefits. In fact, studies confirm a regular coffee habit may reduce the risk of diabetes, Parkinson’s, and liver disease. It also provides a temporary boost in energy and focus that many people rely on...
Frailty Leads to a Shorter Painful Life? [Surprising FIX]
Aging sure isn’t for sissies. You have to be tough as nails to manage it gracefully. Everything gets a bit more challenging. Whether it’s diet, exercise, or reducing specific risk factors, you often have to work harder to get the same results. Eventually, all the so-called “diseases of aging” start nipping at your heels, from...
Mailbag: Taste Buds in Turmoil? The Cause of Metallic Mouth
“Should I be concerned about a metallic taste in my mouth? It happens on occasion but isn’t every day.” – Mark Hi Mark, Many people experience a metallic taste that will not go away, and it can be caused by several different things. The most common cause of “metallic mouth” is poor oral health. Gum...
Unlock Cinnamon’s Sugar-Taming Secret
The sweet and spicy aroma of cinnamon conjures up fond memories of holiday baking. Or perhaps eating a delicious hot steaming bowl of oatmeal on a cold winter morning comes to mind. But the truth is, cinnamon offers so much MORE than flavor alone. In fact, anyone carrying around some extra weight… or who has...
Persistent Nerve Pain Relief [NATURAL!]
For all my Irish readers, Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I hope you’re able to enjoy a fun celebration today. But, if you’re one of the many folks dealing with burning, shooting, or tingling neuropathic pain that never goes away, celebrating is likely the LAST thing on your mind. Neuropathic pain happens when something goes wrong...
“Kitchen Cure” Cracks Prostate Cancer Code
Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men… and the leading cause of cancer death among men in the United States. That’s the BAD news. The GOOD news is that prostate cancer typically grows very slowly. In fact, it’s why many men and their doctors opt for “watchful waiting.” During watchful waiting,...
Mood-Boosting “Monkey Fruit” Drives Away the Blues
Unmotivated, gloomy, melancholy, feeling blah, or down in the dumps. There are countless ways to describe the unwelcome combo of low energy and dark mood that strikes the best of us from time to time. It’s not quite depression, but it still manages to drain the color and joy out of life. However, I’ve discovered...
Unlock the Power of “Healthspan”
Eat more vegetables! Exercise for 30 minutes daily! Get eight hours of sleep! If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times. And as a Living Well Daily reader, you already know I’m a fan of taking simple steps to improve your health. However, a patient sat in front of me the other...
Outsmart Damaging “Zombie Cells” (4-Step Protocol)
Everyone gets a bit grouchy at times. I know I sure as heck do. But even on your worst curmudgeon days, your grumpiness pales in comparison to the bad attitude of a certain aging cell hiding out in your body right now. They’re often referred to as “zombies.” But their technical name is senescent cells....
Mailbag: Itchy Ears? THIS Could Be the Cause
“Is it normal for my ears to feel itchy when I eat certain foods?” — Joe Hi Joe, A condition called mouth allergy syndrome causes lips, mouth, tongue, and throat swelling in those who have it when they eat certain foods. Some of these folks also experience itchy ears. Tree nuts, veggies, and fruits are...
Slash Stroke Risk Over 15% with ONE Nutrient
Every 40 seconds, a stroke strikes someone in the United States. When it happens, lives change instantly. The ability to move, speak, and think can disappear in moments. But what if simple nutrition… a minor dietary tweak… could slash your stroke risk? Exciting new research reveals that could be the case. So, let’s take a...
Ancient Practice TAMES Blood Pressure
Like an invisible thief in the night, high blood pressure sneaks up on you, stealing your health one day at a time. Left unchecked, this “silent killer” sets the stage for a catastrophe—sending your risk for heart attack, stroke, dementia, kidney failure, and blindness soaring. This preventable condition claims over half a million lives every...
Snacking on “Fat Bombs” Drops Disease Risk 67%
Repeat after me, “Fat is NOT my foe.” As I’ve explained before (including earlier this week), eating fat is not only safe, it’s NECESSARY. Besides, there are FAR bigger problems with most folk’s diets than saturated fats, including added sugars, preservatives, emulsifiers, and artificial colors. Now, new research from Vanderbilt University Medical Center puts yet...
Troubling Tea ALERT (Read BEFORE Your Next Sip)
If taking care of your health seems complicated you should know that’s a feeling we ALL experience occasionally. At times it feels like nothing can just be… well… SIMPLE. Take tea for example… For years I’ve been extolling the virtues of this healing beverage. I’ve explained that tea drinking is an affordable and delicious ticket...
Can’t Stop Overeating? THIS Could Be WHY
A clever patient recently asked me, “We use rubbing alcohol to kill germs and clean surfaces. So, does drinking alcohol hurt the good bacteria living in my intestines?” It might seem like an odd question, at first. However, it reveals a remarkable intuition about how drinking alcohol and disinfecting alcohol could impact microscopic lifeforms. And...
Maintain MAXIMUM Mobility as You Age
It sneaks up on you. You don’t FEEL older in your head. But suddenly, there’s no denying it, you’re now a “senior citizen” with all that entails. And unfortunately, for many of us, it includes mobility issues. We simply can’t get around like we used to. Even worse, LOW mobility can lead to balance problems,...
Mailbag: Speed Up Your Recovery from Hip Surgery
“I’m planning to have hip surgery this year. Is there anything I can do to speed up recovery? Feeling nervous.” — Joan Hi Joan, When I’ve had patients recovering from hip or knee surgery, I always explained that a good recovery requires focusing on two key areas: restoring fitness and optimizing nutrition. Let’s start with...
Saturated Fats Get a Memory Makeover
Think back to the last time you craved something rich and delicious—maybe it was a juicy burger, a sharp piece of cheese, or even just a creamy spoonful of butter. Whatever it was, chances are it contained saturated fat. We’ve been conditioned to see saturated fats as the enemy—something to be avoided at all costs...
Powerful Pomegranate Compound Boosts Health
With its beautiful ruby-red color and perfectly sweet-tart taste, it’s no wonder the pomegranate has long been beloved worldwide. Many cultures enjoy the delicious fruit fresh or in syrups, juices, jams, and spice blends. But the value of pomegranates goes well beyond their status as a tasty treat. The fruit holds a mythic status as...