Stress is the No. 1 silent killer lurking behind today’s chronic diseases–high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and even cancers. But stress is highly subjective. And [...]
Category: Stress
New blood pressure research finally worth its salt
Nearly one-third (31%) of American adults have high blood pressure. And according to the CDC, more than half of the people who have high blood pressure do not have it under control. Of course, [...]
Ya better watch out, stress can be a killer
We are now at the height of the holiday season. And ya better watch out…because stress can be a killer. In fact, we can blame stress for its role in countless health problems, including [...]
Stress comes back to bite you
This week marks the official “kick-off” of the holiday season–the “most wonderful time of the year.” And also the most stressful. I’ve discussed the dangers of stress numerous times in the [...]
The great salt scam–revisited
I’ve often talked about the government’s misguided war on salt. They say it causes heart disease. And that most people should keep levels below 2,300 milligrams per day. But if you’re over 51 [...]
Beer and the rise of human civilization
I appreciate all the recent comments from readers who stand against even the moderate consumption of alcohol. But as I’ve said many times before, moderate drinking confers many health benefits. [...]
Women finally achieve equality–and it’s not healthy
Women are finally about to achieve equality with men…in terms of mortality. In fact, a recent analysis–published in the journal Health Affairs–found that women don’t live longer than [...]
My answer to letter from Jean S.
I’ve talked a lot recently about the idea of moderation in all things. And a few weeks ago, I published a Daily Dispatch called Wealthy, but not healthy nor wise. In the article, I pointed out [...]
New concerns about baby boomer health
The “baby boomer” generation of Bill Clinton and George W. Bush is not doing well. No, it’s not doing well at all, compared with the previous generation. This isn’t just my opinion. Researchers [...]