When we think about ways to live longer, the usual strategies are to not smoke, maintain a healthy weight, exercise, and eat right.
And of course, it helps to have good genes.
… Read MoreStudy Reveals Exactly How Often You Need to Exercise for Optimal Heart Health
One of the main reasons many of us exercise is to dodge America’s number one killer, heart disease.
For decades we’ve known that exercise is good for heart health. But we’ve never known exactly how much is best.
A new study may finally provide an answer.
… Read MoreThe Simplest Way to Live Longer
Walking is the ultimate primal exercise. It’s part of what makes humans unique as a species. We are the only mammals that walk on two legs (although some apes do it occasionally).1
It is perhaps the world’s simplest and easiest form of exercise. It requires no training or special equipment. And studies have long shown it is one of the best ways to improve your health.… Read More
3 Cups of Coffee a Day Help Your Heart
For decades, mainstream doctors told people with heart problems to avoid coffee.
It was thought that the caffeine would dangerously raise their blood pressure and heart rate, and cause a heart attack. That advice turned out to be nonsense.
… Read MoreAdopt These 5 Healthy Habits to Live 12-14 Years Longer
Americans have an average life expectancy of 78.7 years. That’s shorter than almost all other high-income countries.
The U.S. ranks 31st in the world for lifespan. We’re behind even small, poorer countries like Cyprus and Malta.1
… Read MoreIbuprofen Can Stop Your Heart
Millions of Americans pop an ibuprofen for aches and pains without giving it a second thought. After all, if it’s sold without a prescription, it must be safe, right?
Actually, no.
A major new study shows taking ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) is not only risky, it can kill you without warning.
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