7 Ways to SLASH Your Bladder Infection Risk
Yesterday, I revealed how to spot a bladder infection. As I explained, these uncomfortable (and occasionally dangerous) infections are typically caused by E. coli bacteria sneaking up the urethra and traveling to the bladder. But determining IF you have one of these urinary tract infection (UTIs) can sometimes be tricky. Click here to catch up...
6 Ways to SPOT a Bladder Infection
A bladder infection, or cystitis, is an inflammation of the bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection. It’s the most common type of urinary tract infection (UTI). Bladder infections shouldn’t be ignored. Many are mild, but they can become more serious if they aren’t addressed. And in the worst cases, they can turn septic (which...
8-Hour Myth BUSTED [Sleep Like a Baby]
Let me paint you a picture. You’re lying awake at midnight, praying for sleep. After all, you KNOW how vital sleep is for your health. And, once again, you WON’T get your full eight hours. But the MORE you clock watch, the more stressed you become and the LESS likely you are to drift off....
“Hobby Hack” Keeps Your Brain Fit for LIFE
Most folks are concerned about their brain health. That’s especially true as we age and “senior moments” become more common. In fact, it’s why I regularly share brain-boosting tips and tricks here in Living Well Daily. And taking the right supplements, getting good sleep, and exercising will always be at the top of the list....
The TRUTH About Multivitamins REVEALED
I can’t tell you how often I’ve been asked if multivitamins are worth the money. “Don’t you just pee it all out?” they ask. My answer is always the same… If you’re a God among men who eats a perfect diet, gets the right amount of sleep, exercises daily, and practices stress reduction religiously, multivitamins...
Mailbag: 7 Alzheimer’s Early Warning Signs
“I’ve been more forgetful lately. Is this a normal part of aging or could it be early Alzheimer’s?” – Martha Hi Martha, Feeling more forgetful can be frustrating. Sometimes, it can even be frightening. But it’s NOT necessarily an early sign of Alzheimer’s. You see, as we age, we accumulate a LOT of information to...
WEIRD Ear Trick EASES Pain (No Pills!)
There’s a weird painkiller out there that you’ve got to hear to believe. It’s a method for using your EARS to ease your pain. But here’s the thing. You’ve ALREADY heard it before. The trouble is you had no clue that any pain-fighting properties could be attached. Or that those benefits can be SO powerful...
Fire Your Sofa to Save Your Brain
Listen up, couch potatoes. I’ve got news that’s sure to get you up off those sagging sofa cushions like a shot. You know the old saying, “Use or lose it,” right? Well, scientists say it’s true when it comes to the LAST place you’d ever want to see that happen… your BRAIN. But probably not...
Mysterious Belly Link to Alzheimer’s REVEALED
A new study on Alzheimer’s reads a lot like a good detective story… Researchers followed a “wild” hunch, and the clues they uncovered revealed a potential new culprit behind the mystery of this devastating disease. Now, their breakthrough discovery has us looking at the belly INSTEAD of the brain. Until the early 1980s, one of...
Protect Your Brain Against POOR Diet Choices
Most of us want to eat a healthy diet. But I get it. That’s FAR easier said than done. Processed foods are cheap, readily available, and convenient. They fit perfectly into our busy lifestyle. Besides, if you’re like many folks, your appetite started to shrink as you headed into your senior years. So, grabbing a...
Protein WARS: The FINAL Answer on Animal vs. Plant
For years, the “protein war” has raged on. People want to know if animal or plant protein is better for reaching their health and fitness goals. And to say there are some very strong opinions on BOTH sides is putting it mildly. So, let’s answer the question once and for all… Many of us have...
“Forest Fix” CONQUERS Chronic UTIs
“Oh no, here we go again…” It’s your first exasperated thought when you feel the tell-tale twinge of yet another urinary tract infection (UTI). Because when you’re a frequent flyer on the UTI Express, you know the signs. The pain, urgency, cloudiness, and smell are a dead giveaway. If you suffer from chronic UTIs, you’re...
Mailbag: Tips to Support Someone with Dementia
“My mom is in a home and declining with dementia. Is there anything I can do to make her comfortable or make things easier?” -Beth Hi Beth, I certainly sympathize with your situation. It can be difficult to figure out how to help when you’re not directly involved in a declining parent’s care. But even...
Simple Sitting Fix REVERSES Damage
If you’re a regular Living Well Daily reader, you know how I feel about sitting. It’s one of the WORST things you can do for your health! Sitting a lot sends your risk for developing illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes SOARING. And, frankly, it will shorten your stay on this earth. But you...
Smoking Accelerates Shocking Brain Aging Symptom
You don’t need me to tell you our bodies change as we age. Some of those changes occur on the outside where we can see them, such as graying hair, wrinkles, and sagging skin. However, others are hidden inside, like the wear and tear on our joints or our intestines not absorbing nutrients as well...
Red Fruit Fix for Hypertension!
Concerned about your blood pressure? Forget that apple-a-day stuff! It turns out that another fruit (or is it a vegetable?) might be JUST what the doctor ordered for hypertension. Tomatoes are technically a fruit. But they’re considered vegetables by nutritionists. And, according to new research, they could be the solution to keeping your blood pressure...
The Snacking Habit that’s HARMING Your Health
Do you know what’s really changed in the last few decades? Well, besides cell phones, self-driving cars, and the endless 24/7 news cycle. Snacks! Our snacking habits have been completely transformed. And NOT for the better. Snacking has gone from an occasional treat to folks gobbling down two, three, or even FOUR snacks daily. You...
Germ Magnet Puts YOU at Risk (GROSS!)
If you weren’t already a “germaphobe” before COVID-19 arrived, there’s a good chance you became one after… well, for a while anyway. We ALL turned into clean freaks during the height of the pandemic. And it wasn’t just the constant hand washing, either. (Which I hope you’re STILL doing.) If you were like a lot...
Colon Cancer “Cover-Up” Puts YOU at Risk
Colon cancer is a serious disease with a disturbingly high death rate. It kills nearly 1,000 Americans weekly. And now we’re faced with a NEW troubling trend. The disease is striking some folks earlier than ever before. That means we’re ALL at risk for colon cancer REGARDLESS of age. But what mainstream medicine… and the...
Mailbag: My FAIL-PROOF Trick for 2024 Resolution Success
“Did you set any New Year’s resolutions? Are there any you’d recommend?” – Rachel Hi Rachel, I have mixed feelings when it comes to making New Year’s resolutions. On one hand, the start of a new year feels like a fresh beginning—a chance to set ambitious goals and make positive changes in our lives. The...