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The Extra Virgin Olive Oil Myth

In All Health Watch, Alzheimer's and Memory, Diabetes, Diet and Nutrition, Featured Article, General Health, Weight Loss

We all know that olive oil is good for us. Especially the more expensive extra virgin kind. 

Studies have found that it leads to healthy aging, prevents heart disease, wards off Alzheimer’s, cuts the risk of diabetes, fights arthritis, and contributes to a healthy body weight.[1]

Despite extra virgin olive oil’s status as a superfood, it has always had one drawback.… Read More

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7 Foods that Strengthen Immunity

In All Health Watch, Coronavirus, Diet and Nutrition, Featured Article, General Health, Gut Health, Immune Health

Let’s be clear: Science doesn’t yet know of any drugs or supplements that will specifically target coronavirus and keep it at bay.

But a strong immune system gives your body a better chance to fight off any viral infection.

Here are seven foods that will help boost your defenses against whatever bugs may come your way…

7 Foods for a Stronger Immune System

  1. Broccoli.
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The Strange First Symptom of Coronavirus

In All Health Watch, Coronavirus, Featured Article, General Health, Immune Health

Admit it…

You’ve done it.

We all have.

You cough. Or maybe your throat seems a little scratchy. You might feel a bit warm. Maybe a little tired. 

And you wonder: “Is this coronavirus?”

All of us are hyper alert for the first signs we might have it. But the earliest symptom may be something you’d never expect.  

Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) doctors from around the world and organizations representing them have issued an alert.… Read More

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Coronavirus: Stay in the ‘Goldilocks Zone’ for Better Health

In All Health Watch, Coronavirus, Featured Article, Fitness and Exercise, General Health, Longevity

Scientists call it the “Goldilocks Zone.”

As you might expect, it originated with the old tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears.

It’s when a dose of something is effective not when it’s too small or when it’s too large…but when it’s just right.

So it is with exercise.

Researchers have found that during outbreaks of viral diseases such as coronavirus, not exercising is harmful.… Read More

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Coronavirus: What You Should Know About These Blood Pressure Drugs

In All Health Watch, Big Pharma, Coronavirus, Featured Article, General Health, Health Warning

Two popular classes of blood pressure medications may increase the risk of getting a severe coronavirus infection, according to a new scientific paper.

Millions of Americans take angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). They’re two of the most prescribed types of medications in the country.[1]

ACE drugs include:

  •  Lotensin (benazepril)
  • Vasotec (enalapril)
  • Prinivil (lisinopril)
  • Altace (ramipril)
  • Aceon (perindopril).
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Coronavirus Stress: 5 Ways to Keep Calm and Carry On

In All Health Watch, Coronavirus, Featured Article, General Health, Mental Health

You hear about it everywhere—TV, newspapers, the internet. It’s all your family and friends are talking about.

It’s impossible to get away from.

And you wonder, “What’s going to happen me? What’s in store for my loved ones? What’s happening to our country?”

The constant coronavirus drumbeat of doom in your head can cause overwhelming anxiety.

Not only does it make you feel bad, but studies have found that stress suppresses your immune system.… Read More