Exercise lowers your chances of getting cancer. You’ve likely heard this many times.
But it begs the question: How much does it really help?
Is it enough to make a real difference? And how much do you have to exercise to get significant benefits?
Researchers at the National Cancer Institute recently set out to answer these questions. They looked at dozens of cancer studies worldwide that followed more than 1.4 million people.… Read More
By Dr. Isaac Eliaz, M.D.
In my last column I told you about foods that keep you mentally sharp.
But there is another way to fuel your brain for maximum cognitive performance—nutritional supplements. Let me explain…
Heavy metals and toxins can accumulate in the body and brain. They come from the environment, personal care products, non-organic foods, and other sources. In other words, they are almost impossible to avoid.… Read More
The superfood of the future could come from an unlikely and disgusting source.
Cockroach milk may be the single most nutrient-rich substance ever identified, researchers say.
The lowly and repulsive cockroach produces a milk-like substance that is four times as nutritious as cow’s milk and is loaded with protein crystals.1Unlike mammals, this “milk” feeds their babies during pregnancy—not after they’re born.… Read More
A new study explodes the long-held myth that cutting salt is good for your heart.
To the contrary, McMaster University scientists say a low-sodium diet actually is more likely to trigger a heart attack or stroke than one with a lot of salt.
Dr. Andrew Mente led the study. His findings show that a moderate amount of sodium is best. “Having neither too high nor too low levels of sodium is optimal for health,” he said.… Read More
The most common orthopedic surgery doesn’t work any better than exercise.
That’s the surprising finding of the new study that concludes knee surgery to repair cartilage tears is no more effective than physical therapy1
This procedure is performed on more than 400,000 Americans every year. Meniscal (cartilage) tears are a condition common in older adults. It is due to degeneration of tissues in the knee from aging.… Read More
If you’re lax about flossing, you can stop letting your dentist lay a guilt trip on you.
For over three decades the medical establishment has pushed flossing. The federal government and the American Dental Association have told us we need to floss daily to prevent plaque buildup that causes gum disease. Dental companies sell a billion dollars’ worth of floss to Americans every year…
But it turns out there’s no evidence it actually works.… Read More