Spinach and kale have been touted for years as superfoods. They are low in calories and loaded with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, iron, and vitamins K, A, and B6.
All of these are great for your heart and overall health and fitness.
But researchers have found that the greatest benefits of these leafy greens might be keeping your brain sharp.
Both vegetables are rich in a relatively obscure nutrient called lutein.… Read More
Big Pharma’s solution for knee pain is a deal with the devil.
Most of the nearly 50 million Americans with painful knees have osteoarthritis. And the drug of choice is celecoxib. It is one of the world’s biggest-selling pain relievers. Its main draw is that it is non-addicting.[1]
But taking a standard dose of celecoxib (Celebrex) triples the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or dying from cardiovascular problems.… Read More
A drink or two a day can help you prevent type 2 diabetes.
That’s the surprising finding of a major Danish study that followed more than 70,000 people.
It runs counter to the advice that doctors gave for years. They warned diabetics and prediabetics against drinking. They believed it caused dangerous blood sugar swings.[1]
But the new research shows the opposite is true—if you choose the right beverage.… Read More
We’ve been telling you since the pandemic began about the importance of getting plenty of vitamin D.
We’ve brought you research showing that adequate levels are linked to a lower risk of contracting coronavirus. And we told you that if you do get infected, studies show that vitamin D could reduce your risk of dying.
That’s why so many of us are making sure we have enough vitamin D by getting regular sun exposure and taking supplements.… Read More
The most common heart operation in the U.S. is bypass surgery. More than 200,000 are performed each year.[1]
During the procedure, the surgeon typically takes a vein from your leg and uses it to reroute your heart’s blood supply around a blocked coronary artery.
Although the surgery is common, it’s still serious. The doctor must crack your chest (cut through your sternum) to access your heart.… Read More
Billions of dollars have been poured into Alzheimer’s drug research in recent years. So far, the effort has been a total failure.
No medications have been found that prevent or reverse Alzheimer’s.
Meanwhile, the incidence of the disease is exploding.[1]
But what if the best Alzheimer’s drug is not a drug at all?
A study shows exactly how one food keeps you mentally sharp—and why it may be the best weapon against Alzheimer’s.… Read More