Nearly half of American adults have prediabetes or full-blown diabetes.[1]
Millions of them take drugs to keep their blood sugar stable. But given the choice, it’s a good bet most would prefer not to have to take medications.
A new study shows there may be a highly effective natural solution.
The research comes from the University of British Columbia. Investigators had obese subjects at risk for type 2 diabetes drink a ketone beverage in the morning.… Read More
Most of us slather sunscreen on our bodies without giving it a second thought.
We figure we’re being diligent by avoiding sunburn. And after the sunscreen has done its job and we shower it off, it’s gone.
Except it’s not.
A new study shows that our bodies absorb alarming amounts of sunscreen chemicals.
The research was conducted by the FDA. Scientists had 48 healthy volunteers use one of four sunscreen sprays or lotions.… Read More
A major new Harvard study found that you can gain up to 10 years of lifespan, free of cancer, heart problems, and diabetes if you practice five healthy habits.[i]
Researchers released their findings after tracking 111,000 people for up to 34 years.
The scientists found that women can add 10 years of healthy life and men seven.
The life-extending healthy habits are:
You’ve seen the panicked headlines about travel restrictions and quarantines… The photos of terrified people wearing surgical masks and even gas masks… And the grim news that the coronavirus has arrived in America.[1]
Photo: Science Focus
“This outbreak is unrolling right in front of our eyes,” said the CDC’s Dr. Nancy Messonnier.
It seems like the whole world is freaking out over this highly contagious and deadly illness. … Read More
For years, mainstream doctors had a simple mantra for people trying to lose weight…
Cut fat to lose fat.
A low-fat diet—especially one low in animal fats—was touted as the best way to slim down.
The food industry saw it as an opportunity to create a whole new range of products. Fat-free products flew off store shelves.
Low-fat eating became a way of life for many of us.… Read More
Are your muscles confused?
If not, they should be.
“Muscle confusion” is a popular concept, as anyone who pays attention to fitness trends knows.
The term was promoted in the past decade by the creators of various weight-training programs. They tell exercisers to vary their routines relentlessly.
The rationale is that unfamiliar movements should “confuse” our muscles. This prevents them from settling into a rut and hitting a training plateau. … Read More