A common class of drug is linked to brain damage in seniors, a new study reveals. They are called anticholinergics (ACHs). And they include big-selling over-the-counter drugs like Benadryl and Tylenol PM.
They block acetylcholine production in the brain. It’s a critical neurotransmitter. Your brain needs it for muscle control, motivation, attention, and arousal.1
Previous studies found using these drugs can raise your risk of cognitive decline by more than 50%.… Read More
A major new study has found that women exposed to certain chemicals go through menopause up to four years early.
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis surveyed 31,575 women from 1999 to 2008. They tested their blood and urine for the presence of specific industrial chemicals.
Scientists found women with higher levels of the chemicals began menopause two to four years earlier than those with low levels.… Read More
Donald Trump’s hair is almost as famous as he is. Newscasters comment on it. Political opponents attack it. Late night comedians have made a cottage industry milking his bizarre comb over for laughs.
One thing is for sure… The tycoon’s hair isn’t healthy.
No matter how much he combs it over, he can’t hide the fact that his hair is thin, brittle, and stringy.… Read More
Good news for men over 50: A drop in sexual performance is NOT an inevitable side effect of aging. And new research shows you don’t need a prescription to remain sexually vital…
A recent study reveals berries, citrus fruits, and red wine can give men a bedroom boost.
The study involved more than 25,000 men. It found that eating berries and citrus along with drinking red wine is associated with a 14% reduced risk of embarrassing sexual problems.… Read More
Most people don’t know it, but stress can be downright deadly.
Chronic stress triples your chances of dying before your time.1 And it raises your risk of many of the deadliest health conditions. In fact, it’s linked to the six leading causes of death.
Not only that, stress is responsible for up to 90% of all doctor’s office visits in the U.S.… Read More
After combing through 40,000 genes from three different organisms, researchers say they may have discovered the secret to a dramatically longer life. It’s a genetic trigger that exists within you.1
Scientists studied the genomes of roundworms, zebra fish, and mice. Specifically, they searched for orthologous genes—the ones associated with aging. All organisms have them, including humans.
They discovered about 30 of these age-regulating genes.… Read More