Earlier this week we talked about some common physiological reflexes—such as blinking, sneezing, goosebumps, and yawning. The list sounds a bit like something from “Snow White and the Seven [...]
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The surprising health benefits of yawning and goosebumps
Over time, humans developed some pretty interesting reflexes to help with their survival. For example, on Tuesday, I briefly touched on why humans blink and sneeze—and when such reflexes are [...]
Two clear signs that you probably DON’T have coronavirus
The list of symptoms associated with the novel coronavirus seems to expand by the week. In fact, according to the talking heads at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the [...]
Older adults may fare better by taking fewer blood pressure drugs
Polypharmacy (taking multiple drugs at once) is a huge problem among older adults. Especially those taking multiple drugs to control high blood pressure (BP). But a new study published in the [...]
Coronavirus shutdown linked to another tragic spike in fatalities
Back in March, when the coronavirus reared its ugly head here in the U.S., I grew gravely concerned that the borderline hysterical responses and reactions from the Centers for Disease Control and [...]
Four easy ways to improve your breathing…and your lifespan!
In many parts of the country, state and local governments continue to require people to wear face masks in public to help thwart the spread of the coronavirus. But the guidance from federal [...]
Control seasonal allergies with these safe, effective approaches
Yesterday, I talked about how it’s especially important this year to identify and control seasonal allergies, so as to distinguish them from early onset of a possible upper respiratory infection [...]
Simple, effective ways to avoid indoor and outdoor allergens
As we head toward the end of summer, you may be starting to feel the familiar itchy, stuffy, and sneezy symptoms of a ragweed allergy…especially if you stay up North during the summers, as I do. [...]
Here’s why the trendy, ultra-low carb diets go too far
Protein is a remarkable, life-sustaining nutrient used by every cell in your body. It’s an essential building block of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. And your body even uses it to [...]
Heart disease poses a far greater threat than coronavirus
There are times in life when we feel like we can’t control our own health. And this year—as the coronavirus “pandemic panic” continues to dominate the news channels—you may especially feel this [...]