How to Avoid BPA
Michael Greger M.D. FACLM via Nutrition Facts – And indeed, researchers found that higher levels of BPA and some other plastics chemicals were significantly associated…
Alzheimer’s: Can It Be Prevented + Tips to Help Someone Who May Have It
Dr. Caroline Leaf – “…stress generated by the negative beliefs about aging can be internalized by individuals and damage the brain. Even the volume of…
Resistance Training: How and Why Its Imperative for Older Adults
Michigan Medicine – University of Michigan via Newswise – “Aging, even in the absence of chronic disease, is associated with a variety of biological changes…
Can Your Morning Coffee Repair Your Heart?
Al Sears, MD, CNS – “I was trekking through the Amazon rainforest visiting the Guarani tribe. They introduced me to an ancient herb called guarana.”…
Valerian Root Solves Insomnia, Anxiety & Even High Blood Pressure
Annie Price via Dr. Axe – “How does valerian root help you sleep so well? Valerian contains a chemical called linarin, which creates a sedative…
You are Not a Victim of Your Brain Biology!
Dr. Caroline Leaf – “Our brains can change as we think (neuroplasticity) and grow new brain cells (neurogenesis). Using the incredible power in our minds,…
What to Feed Your Gut Bacteria
Michael Greger M.D. FACLM via Nutrition Facts – From fiber, our gut flora produce short-chain fatty acids, which are an important energy-source for the cells…
Better Wound Sealing with a Hot-Glue Gun
Abigail Klein Leichman via Israel21c – Israeli scientists say their biocompatible nontoxic medical glue, delivered with a glue gun, is better than staples and stitches…
Are You Aging Faster Because You Sit for Hours?
Dr. Don Colbert – Not only do we know you burn fewer calories when you sit than when you stand or are active, but now…
Discovering How Diabetes Leads to Vascular Disease
University of California – Davis Health via EurekAlert – This step could confirm it as a treatment target for reducing the vascular complications of diabetes,…
Revolutionary Patch Keeps Brain Safe After Cranial Surgery
Brian Blum via Israel21c – Israel’s Nurami Medical is testing its nanofiber bandage that mimics the brain’s protective membrane and guards against infection and leakage.…
Diet Rich in Tomatoes Cuts Skin Cancer in Half in Mice
The Ohio State University via News Wise – The theory behind the relationship between tomatoes and cancer is that dietary carotenoids, the pigmenting compounds that…
Music: A Viable Alternative to Medications in Reducing Anxiety Before Anesthesia
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine via EurekAlert – “Our findings show that there are drug-free alternatives to help calm a patient before certain procedures,…
Are Sugary Drinks Linked to Breast Cancer?
Dr. Don Colbert – While further study is likely needed to determine whether the increased rate of cancer alongside sugary drink intake was the actual…
6 Health Benefits of Being Outdoors
Kissairis Munoz via Dr. Axe – Research suggests just 120 minutes (that’s two hours) per week is associated with good health and wellbeing. From improving…