Health Watch readers know fat gets a bad rap. It’s not hard to see why… Trans fats in processed foods cause memory loss, diabetes, and even cancer. But the mainstream is finally starting to accept that not all fats are bad. Eating the right ones is critical for achieving your best health. But they haven’t even scratched the surface yet…
Here are five ways eating the right fats can save your health:
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You know a stroke can be fatal. But surviving one can leave you with nerve damage and paralysis. In fact, it’s the leading cause of adult disability in the U.S. And we’re not just talking about physical disability.
Researchers from the University of Michigan Medical School and School of Public Health examined medical data from about 5,000 seniors. They wanted to see how stroke status effects cognitive decline among the elderly.… Read More
You already know too much exercise can damage your heart…and even rot your teeth.
Earlier this year, we revealed the sweet spot—75 minutes of vigorous exercise a week—that can cut your risk of an early death by 31%. But what can you do to help extend your lifespan if you’re already in your later years? A new study may finally reveal the answer.… Read More
You already know there are hidden threats that put your heart in danger… Drinking soda for just two weeks raises your risk for heart disease.1 Having pneumonia can make you four times more likely to face major heart problems…2 Now a new study reveals what may be the most surprising threat yet…
Researchers at Stanford University wanted to see if using proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) could influence heart attack risk.… Read More
Lounging by the pool… Hitting the beach… Firing up the grill again… There are plenty of reasons to be excited for summer. But there are hidden dangers all around us during these months. You need to know what to look out for before you pack up for vacation—or a day at the beach.
Here are five ways to avoid hidden health dangers this summer:
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Natural healers have relied on this herb for thousands of years.1 In China, legend has it an ancient herbalist lived for 200 years by taking it. We think that may be a stretch. But in Ayurveda, they say it boosts brain health.2 And that’s something we can get behind.
Because this herb actually improves circulation and drives nutrients into your brain.… Read More