“Fall Proof” Yourself in 4 Easy Steps
As we age a simple slip or stumble can turn serious fast. Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults over 65. They often result in broken bones, disability, and even death (yes, DEATH… more on that in a moment). But you can SLASH your fall risk with a few simple steps. Many folks...
Plastic Posing ALARMING New Threat
Concerns are growing over microplastics. Some of these tiny particles are created to be small, like glitter, the microbeads used in cosmetic products, and the tiny fibers used to make fabrics (like fleece). Others are made when larger pieces of plastic break down into smaller pieces. And it turns out microplastics aren’t just polluting our...
Fatty Snack Solution to a TRIMMER Waist
They say with age comes wisdom. And I agree. However, a thickening waistline and new heart concerns often show up too. If that sounds familiar, forget the latest fad diet or crazy exercise routine. One of the simplest ways to manage your waistline and support your heart health could ALREADY be sitting in your pantry....
"Crystal Ball" Method Outsmarts Heart Attacks
Each year, around 450,000 Americans die from a heart attack. In fact, heart attacks are often called “the silent killer” because they can seemingly strike out of the blue. But what if there was a way to know ahead of time that a heart attack was looming? A sort of heart attack early warning system?...
Surprising Fitness Tracker Benefit REVEALED
I get a fair amount of ribbing from my friends for wearing a smartwatch that tracks my fitness. They prefer something more stylish that just tells them the time. Many good reasons to use wearable technology—like a fitness tracker or smartwatch—already exist. I’m not the craziest health nut you’ve ever met, but I do like...
Down A Daily Mug of Diabetes Prevention
Long-time readers will know that I LOVE my coffee. But, by no means am I a tea hater. Coffee is indeed my go-to morning brew. But tea is my afternoon break beverage of choice. Sipping a hot cuppa is a comforting ritual for tea lovers like me. However, emerging research reveals that one particular kind...
Mailbag: Physical Activity After Heart Attack [FIX the Fear!]
“My wife just had a heart attack a month ago and is living in fear. I feel like I can’t get her to do anything. She’s constantly afraid of having a second one. Should she be afraid? Is it safe to resume normal activities after a heart attack?” -Roland from Palm Springs, CA Hi Roland,...
Fiery Spice DOUSES the Flames of Autoimmune Disease
For as long as humans have written words, they’ve written about ginger. The fiery and invigorating spice has been a culinary and medicinal staple in countless cultures for thousands of years. However, recent research reveals this knobby brown root could ALSO be a godsend for anyone battling an autoimmune disease… Autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis,...
This Delicious Drink DODGES Depression
When you look around at your neighbors and friends, it seems like they’re living happy, fulfilled lives. So, it might surprise you to learn that might not always be true. Depression and anxiety are some of the most common causes of disability in the world. In fact, nearly 40 percent, or 4 in 10, adults...
Weight Loss Drug Linked to Serious Side Effects
I can’t tell you how many times it’s happened. A new prescription medication is introduced by Big Pharma with lots of fanfare. The press enthusiastically promotes the new “miracle drug.” The med predictably flies off pharmacy shelves. And everyone is happy. Well, happy, that is, until the truth is revealed. Because inevitably, after many folks...
Hidden Harm of Daylight Savings
Daylight Saving Time is no big deal. It’s just an hour… it can’t affect that much. Right? WRONG. The truth is whether we’re “springing forth” or “falling back,” daylight saving time (DST) can change your life in small but harmful ways. In fact, research reveals one common side effect that can negatively affect EVERY aspect...
Overlooked Health Measurement Could SAVE Your Life
You likely know how much you weigh. After all, if you forget, your doctor will surely remind you on your next visit. You may even have a scale to keep track of it at home. And the same is true for your blood pressure and maybe even your blood sugar. But few of us pay...
Common Meds Send SUDDEN Heart Attack Risk Soaring
Let’s face it. When managing a chronic disease like diabetes, you’re likely at your doctor’s office FAR more often than you’d like. But when you go, you expect to at least walk out of there with something that will SUPPORT or IMPROVE your health. And that is typically the case. But startling new research reveals...
Beat BACK the Fall Blues (No Drugs Required!)
“I’m dreading the fall. I feel like I always start to get depressed this time of year. Is that normal?” – Kathy from Boston, MA Hi Kathy, The colorful leaves and cool breezes of fall might sound picture-perfect, but for many the new season ushers in feelings of melancholy and isolation. As the days get...
“Magical Mineral” Trick SLASHES Heart Risk
Most folks are familiar with atherosclerosis. It’s a condition that leads to the blood vessels around the heart to become gunked up with plaques. If those vessels become too clogged, it can cause a heart attack. However, many people have NOT heard of another common blood vessel disease called peripheral arterial disease or PAD. It,...
20-Minute Trick SLASHES Depression Risk
Depression is becoming more and more common. The condition effects millions every year and older folks aren’t immune from the surge. In fact, more than two million of the 34 million Americans 65 and over suffer from some form of depression. But new research reveals a 20-minute trick that can SLASH your risk. And even...
TAME Your Irregular Heartbeat with This FIX
Atrial fibrillation (a-fib) is an irregular heart rhythm. It’s where the atria (part of the heart) beats uncontrollably and out of sync with the rest of the heart. Folks with the condition may feel a “flutter” in their chest or that their heart is racing nonstop. What CAUSES a-fib has long been a mystery. But...
Common Food Additive THREATENS Your Heart
The funny thing about ultra-processed foods is everyone KNOWS they’re BAD for their health. Yet they eat them anyway. Whether it’s potato chips, donuts, chicken nuggets, or frozen TV meals, these fake foods harm your blood sugar, brain, mood, and more. Even worse, a steady diet of the junk literally shortens your lifespan. But now...
The Gut Secret You HAVEN'T Heard About (Easy!)
Once we do something often enough, it’s easy for it to become old habit. This can be especially true when it comes to the pills we take. You get up, have your coffee, eat breakfast, and take your morning vitamins. You get ready for bed, brush your teeth, and take your nighttime supplements. But if...
Fear falling? Try THIS Trick!
When you were young, you didn’t give falling a second thought. You raced through life with your feet planted solidly on the ground. But if you’re like a lot of folks, aging has changed that. You now FEAR falling because it’s a very REAL threat. With every passing year, taking a tumble becomes a greater...