Millions of Americans pop an ibuprofen for aches and pains without giving it a second thought. After all, if it’s sold without a prescription, it must be safe, right?
Actually, no.
A major new study shows taking ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) is not only risky, it can kill you without warning.
Do you know the three leading causes of death in the U.S.?
The top two are easy. They are heart disease and cancer.
But what about the third one?
Each year doctors perform a procedure on tens of thousands of seniors that is supposed to make them able to walk better and live without pain.
But study after study shows it’s a sham.
It doesn’t work at all. It’s no better than a placebo.
If you enjoy a couple drinks at the end of your day, here’s good news…
A major long-term study has found that drinking two beers or glasses of wine daily increases longevity.
Doctors rarely talk about artery flexibility. But it may be just as important to your health as other more familiar markers such as weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar.
When your arteries lose flexibility, it can be the start of a destructive chain reaction. Having stiff arteries means your heart has to work harder to move blood through your body.
… Read MoreYou love your dog… But now you have another reason to spoil your four-legged friend: Your pooch is helping you live longer.
A large Swedish study has found that owning a dog extends lifespan.
Researchers at Uppsala University in Sweden tracked the health, mortality, and dog ownership of more than 3.4 million adults. They followed them for 12 years.