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Omega-3s are one of the single best supplements you can take for your overall health and vitality.
And trust me, I’ve talked about them A LOT.
They are good for your eyes, your brain, your heart, and they even fight chronic inflammation linked to countless diseases…
Just to name a few!
But just when you thought that omega-3s couldn’t possibly do more to live up to its reputation as a ‘wonder’ supplement…
Science has thrown us another bone!… Read More
Mainstream doctors have long been baffled by schizophrenia. They don’t know what causes it. And they don’t have a cure for it.
It’s one of the most common mental illnesses. About 3.5 million Americans have it. And it can be completely debilitating, causing patients to hallucinate and experience delusions.
The first-line treatment is antipsychotic drugs. But studies show that these medications may do more harm than good.… Read More
Before bed, be sure to draw the curtains, turn off all the lights, and don’t leave the TV on.
That’s the advice from a new study out of Northwestern University showing that even a small amount of light at night can harm your heart health and increase your insulin resistance.[1]
Dr. Phyllis Zee led the study. “Just a single night of exposure to moderate room light during sleep can impair glucose and cardiovascular regulation, which are risk factors for heart disease, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome,” she said.… Read More
Doctors and pharmacists often portray generic drugs as a great deal.
They say that you’re getting the same medicine as the brand-name products, but far cheaper.
The FDA is on board, too.
Even though almost all generic drugs are made in India and China, the agency says it holds foreign plants to the same standards as U.S. drug makers.
Katherine Eban says that’s simply not true.… Read More
People with blood sugar issues are often advised to stay away from alcohol. But a major new study shows that a glass of wine with dinner actually reduces diabetes risk.[1]
Researchers at Tulane University analyzed 11 years of health data for 312,400 current drinkers. The scientists found that wine—in moderation with meals—cuts your chances of developing diabetes by 14%.[2]
The benefits do not extend to beer or hard liquor.… Read More
Herbs and spices have been used for centuries to flavor food and improve health. Modern research confirms that they are powerful natural health boosters, helping to protect us from a wide range of serious conditions, including heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, dementia, and depression.[1]
That’s why new testing from Consumer Reports is so disturbing. It shows that some commercial herbs and spices may actually damage your health.… Read More