You’ve heard about Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) before… You may know it better as a staph infection. S. aureus is the strain of staph responsible for severe—even fatal—infections… Like pneumonia, food poisoning, and toxic shock syndrome.1 It’s notorious for causing serious infections at hospitals and at the gym. Even worse…it may take a while before you realize you have it.… Read More
Just How Many Drinks a Day Put Your Heart in Danger
We know by now that some alcoholic drinks come with major benefits.
Beer protects your brain. Red wine keeps your hearing and heart in peak condition. And those are just a couple of quick examples. But of course, drinking too much can do damage.
So the question is…how much is too much?
… Read More5 Simple Ways to Eliminate Spider Veins for Good
Spider veins aren’t just a cosmetic issue. They’re a smaller type of varicose veins. Having them could indicate poor circulation…1 And that means nutrients could take longer to get where you need them most. It can also bring on even more embarrassing problems… Like erectile dysfunction. But there are simple solutions that can help.
Here are five natural ways to get rid of spider veins.… Read More
The Best Way to Recharge Your Energy Levels
Last week we revealed resveratrol may help preserve your memory. Now a recent study from Australia has found another benefit to one of the most popular antioxidants around…
Researchers looked at the effects of resveratrol on endothelial cell function in the heart. These cells line the blood vessels throughout your entire circulatory system. They help filter your blood, create new blood vessels, and control inflammation.… Read More
New Research Reveals Why This Sciatica Treatment Fails
It might be the first treatment your doctor recommends for sciatica pain. But new research shows this “solution” doesn’t relieve pain any better than a sugar pill.
Dr. Harley Goldberg, director of spine care services at Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center in California, was the lead researcher of this new study. With his colleagues, he investigated the effectiveness of this common sciatica treatment.… Read More
How the Best Part of Your Weekend Raises Stroke Risk 74%
You know a lack of sleep can double your risk of stroke…and that high blood pressure is at the root of most strokes.1 But research shows there’s another risk at play. It’s a danger you may not have ever stopped to consider… In fact, you probably had no idea it was even bad for you.
A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) examined the connection between this overlooked factor and stroke risk.… Read More