[ALERT] Poor Sleep Can RUIN Your Golden Years
We tend to take sleep for granted. Well, until we’re no longer getting ENOUGH of it, that is. It’s not unusual to start having sleep issues as we age. In fact, it’s SO common that folks often chalk it up to “getting older” and they ignore it. But that’s dangerous. And not just because you...
A WARNING for Night Owls
Do you thrive after dark and struggle to wake up early? If so, your late-night tendencies could put you at greater risk of developing diabetes. Emerging research shows that night owls—those who prefer staying up late and sleeping longer—have higher odds of metabolic disorders than early birds. But it’s NOT your fault. And you CAN...
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 Sleep Mistake Could Trigger CANCER
I don’t want to alarm you. But you could be a ticking cancer time bomb. In fact, we ALL could be. Because every one of us has cancer-related genes lurking inside us. But there IS a way to slow that cancer clock to a crawl. And you may even be able to stop that strike...
Mailbag! Poor Sleep? Try a Circadian Rhythm REBOOT
“Ever since I moved into my new place, I’ve been having trouble sleeping. I noticed that the lights in the apartment and the parking lot are very bright white. Could that be causing my sleep issues?” –Ted from Medina, Ohio Hi Ted, You could be onto something. The color (and intensity) of the light you’re...
Live 24 EXTRA Years with THESE 8 Habits?!
Do you have an idea how long you think you’re going to live? The average American life expectancy is around 76. (It’s a little longer if you’re a woman.) But what if I could grant you 18 EXTRA years beyond the number in your head? Well, I can practically guarantee you those extra years. And...
Better Blood Sugar Starts in the BEDROOM
If you were to ask your doctor how to manage your blood sugar without using drugs, I’m guessing they’d offer one or two respectable ideas. Ask an alternative or integrative medicine professional the same question, and you’d probably get a far LONGER list of good options. In fact, I’ve shared more than a few drug-free...
Killer Insomnia?!
One of the first things we learn as toddlers is that actions have consequences. It’s a lesson we’re reminded of throughout our lives. For example, if you smoke cigarettes, you may develop lung cancer. Drink too much alcohol and liver damage could be the result. Scarf down excess sugar, and you’ll likely pack on extra...
The REAL Reason You Wake Up at Night (WEIRD!)
Insomnia is SO frustrating. But if you find you often wake up between 1 and 3 a.m., you can take comfort in knowing that you’re FAR from alone… In fact, I can guarantee lots of other folks are sitting up with you. How can I be SO sure? Well, it’s thanks to a quirk of...
[ALERT] NEW Stroke Risk Factors You NEED to Know
Strokes are devastating. They “scramble” your brain and can leave you with difficulties walking, talking, driving, or completing daily chores. As you age, your risk for one of these events grows. In fact, by the time you reach middle age, your stroke risk rises to an uncomfortable 17 percent. And the more birthdays you put...