Your CLEAN Home Is Hiding a DIRTY Secret
They say cleanliness is next to Godliness. That means having a clean house is heavenly, right? Well, yes AND no. It turns out your sparkling clean home could be hiding a hazardous secret. It turns out your kitchen floor—that’s clean enough for you to eat off of—could also be increasing your cancer risk. Research revealed...
THIS Invisible Line Could SAVE Your Life
We’ve hit THAT time of year. As the sun sinks lower in the sky and winter approaches, I imagine a line drawn across the United States. It stretches across the 37th parallel, which is 37 degrees north on a map. Ignoring this line can harm your health. Here’s why… The invisible line across the USA...
Potent “Forbidden” Solution ERASES Pain [STUDY]
Feeling achy or sore? Maybe you overdid working in the garden. Or perhaps you battle chronic joint pain. Before you reach for a risky over-the-counter med, consider this potent natural alternative that’s been proven to deliver POWERFUL pain relief. But you might be shocked to hear WHAT this “forbidden” pain reliever is… A growing number...
Mailbag: The TRUTH About RSV In Adults
“Should I be worried about RSV? Doesn’t it only affect babies?” – Gemma from Davenport, IA Hi Gemma,RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) can affect people of ANY age. We hear about it affecting children more than adults because the virus is more common and serious in babies and young children. When a kid younger than a year...
“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...