Earlier this month, I told you about a new report on how we can gain control of the growing Type II diabetes epidemic in this country. But the report, presented to Congress, focused on ALL THE [...]
Category: General Health
Indian plant wards off joint pain, anxiety, and more
In western medicine, most doctors still use one drug to treat one health condition. But in places like India and China, they commonly use versatile plant extracts—called “adaptogens”—to treat [...]
Eating more “muscle” food SLASHES death risk
I often stress the importance of maintaining a strong, swift gait (walking pattern) as you age. In fact, research suggests it’s the single-best, overall predictor of longevity. And now, a new [...]
Steroid injections DON’T fix knee pain…but this does!
Before resorting to surgery, orthopedists typically recommend steroid shots to people with major, chronic knee pain. While it may seem like a quick, easy fix…it’s NOT. In fact, it can make the [...]
“Shakespearean herb” fights COVID-19 and Alzheimer’s (amazing!)
With new variants emerging just about every six months, COVID-19 continues to interfere with day-to-day life in a major way here in the U.S. It disrupts access to healthcare, plagues the economy, [...]
Longevity linked to this VITAL health metric?
At most routine visits, your doctor will pay close attention to your weight, your blood pressure…and probably your cholesterol levels. But they might not give much time or thought to one VITAL [...]
Simple, five-second habit to maintain a steady weight?
This week, we’ve talked about the many benefits of keeping a healthy, stable weight as you get older. But achieving that feat is easier said than done. (And, to be clear, I’m not talking about [...]
CRUSH colon cancer risk with one TINY change
When it comes to colon cancer, research shows family history isn’t the be-all, end-all risk factor. Instead, individual risk strongly relates to a number of other factors…including a diet filled [...]
Common problem linked to SLOWER thinking?!
We all want to keep our minds sharp as we age. But there’s more to it than playing computer brain games or taking the latest, greatest magic bullet pill. In fact, research reveals a SURPRISING [...]
Natural solution SOLVES the opioid epidemic?
Earlier this year, U.S. researchers from Stanford and a few other major institutions put together a comprehensive report on the opioid abuse epidemic. The report made some valid points for how to [...]
