Everybody knows that exercise is important for good health. But if you’re old, fat, and completely out of shape, you may figure, why bother?
You may think that you’re so far gone that exercising can’t help…certainly not the kind of easy workout that you could muster.
Here’s a surprise: New research shows that a single bout of exercise helps people who are completely out of shape every bit as much as it does highly trained athletes.… Read More
Doctors have known for decades that two major factors lead to a long life: genetics and a healthy lifestyle.
But a new study shows there’s something else that strongly influences how long we will live.
Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine analyzed mental outlook of more than 70,000 people. The scientists followed the subjects for up to 30 years.[1]
The researchers found that optimistic people had 11-15% longer lifespans.… Read More
There’s strong clinical evidence that meditation can effectively treat anxiety, depression, insomnia, and even drug addiction.[1]
Now, a new study shows that it can help people restore memory loss caused by aging.
The research was published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. Scientists looked at subjects between 55 and 90 with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). It’s often the first step toward Alzheimer’s.… Read More
Before surgery, doctors have a standard procedure that they follow with each patient.
They explain the possible side effects. They discuss after-surgery pain care and rehab. They give you a general idea of what to expect.
And then, just before the operation, you are asked to sign a consent form that says you agree to allow your doctor to perform the operation and you understand the risks. … Read More
For decades, mainstream doctors told us that we should eat less meat and eggs. They warned that animal foods were full of saturated fat and cholesterol that would make us put on weight and lead to heart disease.
This “common wisdom” has been widely debunked. Even the American Heart Association now admits it was wrong to warn people against eating eggs. … Read More
Tart cherry juice has long been used to treat gout and insomnia.
Now, new research shows that it also helps seniors stay mentally sharp.
The study was published in the journal Food & Function. Researchers split 34 seniors into two groups. They were randomly assigned to drink either tart cherry juice or a placebo drink every day for 12 weeks.… Read More