Missing Out on These SURPRISING Pumpkin Benefits?
It’s pumpkin season. This humble squash is virtually ignored from December through to the following September. But when fall rolls around it takes center stage again. For most of us, pumpkins show up as festive décor and baked into delicious pies in October and November. But there are plenty of reasons you ought to start...
Grow a BIGGER Brain with One Simple Move
Okay, I’ll admit I may have been accused of being a fathead a few times in my life. But I’ve got a secret. It doesn’t bother me one little bit. In fact, I take it as a compliment. After all, having a bigger brain is a GOOD thing, especially as we age. And now scientists...
Overlooked fatty acid SLASHES deaths and hospitalizations
I’ve sung the praises of omega-3 fatty acids many times here in Living Well Daily. I’ve encouraged you to be sure you’re getting enough of the omega-3s eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) by eating plenty of cold-water fatty fish and taking supplements when needed. And there’s a good reason for that. EPA and...
How Much Sleep DO You Need A Night? [STUDY]
I’m sure you know that getting enough sleep is good for you. But what does that mean, exactly? It’s always been hard to get a straight answer. Until now, that is. Thanks to new research we have an answer to that question. The newly published 25-year study compares the sleep habits of over 7,000 men...
MAILBAG: Is the Flu Shot RIGHT for YOU?
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, “Along with COVID, I’m worried about getting the flu this year. What do you recommend for avoiding the flu? The flu shot?” – Mike from Park City, UT Hi Mike, I’ll be honest. The flu vaccine COULD have a better long-term track record. According to the Centers for Disease Control...
Dangerous Vitamin Deficiency Sends Folks to An Early GRAVE
If you’ve been a loyal reader for a while now you’re probably already taking steps to ensure your health is in tip-top shape. You do your best to eat well… You stay hydrated… You, hopefully, get in some regular exercise… And maybe you even take a multivitamin… While I would certainly give you an A...
EASY 2-Minute Trick Fights Aging from Head to Toe
Healthy aging boils down to one surprising thing: your muscles. I know that may sound strange at first. But hear me out. Maintaining strong and healthy muscles is the first step to keeping a healthy body and sharp mind well into your golden years. After all, sturdy muscles are required to fight off frailty and...
Don’t Let Sickening BACTERIA Bungle Your Holiday Plans!
They say cleanliness is next to godliness. Now, I don’t know about that. But, I DO know that when it comes to your kitchen, cleanliness is absolutely VITAL. The trouble is, even the cleanest of kitchens can harbor some sickening hidden secrets. And new research just revealed one of the most surprising culprits. Trust me,...
Cold, flu, or COVID? EASY ways to spot the difference
Does developing a sniffle, sneeze, or cough practically cause you to panic these days? If so, you’re not alone. Many of us feel the same way. Gone are the “good old days” when you only had to worry if you were coming down with a cold or the flu. And, let’s be honest, we didn’t...
3 -Minute Countdown Method DEFEATS Diabetes
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, Make a cup of tea. Read a couple of pages in a book. Watch a silly cat video. There are a bunch of things you can do in three minutes. And now scientists say defeating diabetes could be one of them. If you’re struggling with blood sugar control, your doctor...
MAILBAG: Battling Bubbly Guts? Try THIS
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, “I hate that I can no longer just eat whatever I want. I either seem to have indigestion, bloating, or gas. I’m always taking antacids. It’s miserable and frustrating — what else can I do besides only eating potatoes?” –– Carl, from Lincoln, NE Hi Carl, Let’s start with the...
COVID Hospitalizations PLUNGE with this “MOVE”
Remember when they said we’d just need to hunker down at home for a few weeks, and this whole COVID-19 thing would blow over? It’s safe to say they got that one wrong. In fact, it’s looking like COVID-19 is less of a visitor and more of a permanent house guest these days. That means...
THIS Supermarket Find SLOWS Cognitive Aging
You’re never going to guess what recently shocked a bunch of researchers. They were studying the effects of a certain common supplement… And it actually worked. Now you may not be a scientist yourself. But I’ll bet YOU already know that your body requires certain nutrients to function properly. Plus, as someone who regularly seeks...
Gut Bug Goblin ATTACKS Your Immune Cells [Fight BACK!]
We’ve FINALLY learned how vital it is to care for our gut bugs or microbiome over the last few years. Doctors have understood for hundreds of years that various bacteria call our gut home. But we failed to appreciate their TRUE importance. Over time, we learned that the microbiome helps us digest food to produce...
Masks Exposing You to THIS Hazardous Chemical?
One of the most effective measures you can take to avoid catching COVID-19 is to wear a mask. Some people have questioned the effectiveness of masks during the pandemic. And I do get the concerns. But long before COVID reared its ugly head, we understood they provide a good first line of defense against ALL...
DEADLY Side Effect Linked to Blood Pressure Drugs
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, If you’re on a blood pressure med you’re likely no stranger to side effects. Like all drugs hypertension meds come with a list of potential unintended consequences. But ACE Inhibitors (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors) can have some of the most troubling. Patients report headaches, dry coughing, and a loss of taste....
MAILBAG: Stabilize Stubborn Blood Sugars
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, “I have type 2 diabetes and my numbers always seem to just be constantly yo-yoing. My doctor already has me on so many prescriptions. Are there any other steps I can take that don’t require drugs?” —Anne from Tacoma, Washington Hi Anne, Let me first caution that making any changes...
SUPERCHARGE Your Brain with a Cup of Blue
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. Health doesn’t have to be that hard. Sure, you can go climb 18 flights of stairs with a 50-pound pack on your back if you WANT to. You can eat ONLY organically grown broccoli blessed by monks if you WANT to. But don’t fool yourself...
SLASH Dementia Risk with 3 Simple Moves
They say aging isn’t for sissies, and I have to agree. You lose hair where you want it. Grow it where you don’t. And EVERYTHING starts to sag. And then there’s the slowness. It’s something nearly everyone of a certain age complains about eventually. Your body moves slower. Your bowels move slower. Even your brain...
“Stride Secret” SUPERCHARGES Your Walks
I bet you’ve been told you should be walking 10,000 steps a day. And if you’re like most folks, you assume that widely quoted figure was arrived scientifically after YEARS of study and research. But it turns out we’ve all been hoodwinked. A guy just made that number up. I’m serious. One guy essentially picked...