Have you noticed that you’ve started to forget things? Maybe you walk into a room and don’t remember what you’re looking for. Or you misplace your keys. Or you can’t remember the names of people you meet.
Fading memory is a normal part of aging, but it’s not inevitable.… Read More
If there were a poster child for heart health, it would be Bob Harper.
He’s in impeccable shape. (If there’s an ounce of fat on him, it’s not visible.) He’s an avid CrossFit athlete. He’s an expert on nutrition, having written several books on the subject. He meditates regularly to reduce stress.1
And at age 51, he’s relatively young.
… Read MoreYou can’t resist that last piece of cake. That bowl of ice cream. That chocolate bar. We’ve all been there.
But too much sugar is far more dangerous than most people realize. It does more than just expand our waistlines. It causes inflammation—the secret culprit behind some of the biggest health threats we face.1
Controlling cravings can be the hardest—but most important—part of maintaining healthy blood sugar levels.… Read More
Some 10 million Americans suffer from mild to moderate depression.
Now, a new study has found that many of them could get at least some measure of relief simply by improving their posture.
Researchers from the University of Auckland in New Zealand had previously performed studies that showed sitting upright instead of slumped reduces stress.
… Read MoreWe all know that fast foods are loaded with bad fats, chemical preservatives, carbs, sugar, and calories. But now there is another reason to stay away from the stuff.
Researchers from the Silent Spring Institute in Newton, Mass., tested more than 400 fast food wrappers and boxes. They came from 27 chain restaurants across the country.
They found that 46% of the wrappers contained the toxic chemical fluorine.… Read More
Everybody knows that physical exercise keeps you mentally sharp. But what kind of activity is best? Weightlifting? Cardio? Yoga? Swimming?
Dr. Paul Nussbaum is one of the world’s leading authorities on healthy brain aging. In this exclusive video interview, he reveals what kind of exercise is most effective to keep your memory strong as you get older.
Editor’s Note: If you’re worried about Alzheimer’s, there’s something else you should know… It’s NEVER too late to build a strong brain.… Read More