We all know that high blood pressure is bad for us. But what about low blood pressure?
The question is important because blood pressure guidelines have changed in recent years.
It used to be that doctors routinely prescribed hypertension drugs to patients whose systolic (upper number) reading was greater than 140. Now the recommendation has dropped to 130. This means far more people are candidates for blood pressure drugs.… Read More
A new study shows that natural immunity against COVID-19 is not long-lasting.i
Researchers at Yale University found that unvaccinated people who have caught COVID can expect to be re-infected every 16 to 17 months.
The findings contradict the notion that recovering from COVID provides a lifetime of protection. Instead, the COVID virus is more like the flu or a cold, which we can get every year or so. … Read More
Chronic pain is the number one cause of disability in the U.S. It affects more than 50 million Americans.i ii
The worst part?
Mainstream doctors have no good solutions. For decades, their first-line treatment for severe pain was opioid medication.
We all know how that turned out…
More than 2 million Americans are now opioid addicts. There are an average of 115 overdose deaths every day.… Read More
The human immune system is an early riser—and that’s why it may make sense to get your COVID shots in the morning.
A new study at the University of Geneva in Switzerland recommends that time of day be considered when administering vaccines to increase their effectiveness.i
Why is morning better?
It’s because of our circadian rhythms. That’s the natural body clock that controls many of our biological functions, including our immune system. … Read More
The holiday season is all about eating, drinking, and being merry. But if you struggle with weight issues, you know what the drill is…
You have to use your willpower to keep carbs to a minimum. And during the holidays, many of us consume a lot of carbohydrates through alcoholic drinks.
But there are low-carb drink choices that are delicious and festive.… Read More
If you go to the doctor and your blood pressure is high, two things are likely to happen…
First, your physician will tell you to cut down on salt.
Second, you’ll be handed a prescription for a hypertension drug.
But a new study finds that your doctor should talk to you about stopping what could be the root cause of your high blood pressure. … Read More