Would you pop a pill that increased your risk of dying by 27%?
Of course not.
But a new study has found that is exactly what you do when you take antibiotics.1
… Read MoreBeware of These 21 MSG Weasel Words
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is notorious for causing headaches, allergy symptoms, and other unsettling health problems.1
MSG is a so-called “flavor enhancer.” It’s added to some processed foods and Asian fast food.
… Read MoreDrink Bottled Water and You’re Also Drinking This
With all the headlines about contaminated tap water, many of us think we’re doing our health a favor by drinking bottled water.
But a new study shows that there’s a contaminant in bottled water that might be worse than anything that comes out of your faucet.1
… Read MoreWhat’s More Annoying Than Nighttime Bathroom Trips? A Heart Attack
Middle-age people and seniors are often told not to drink water at bedtime. That way they can avoid disrupting their sleep with nighttime trips to the bathroom.
Men with an enlarged prostate often have problems with frequent nighttime urination. Avoiding drinking anything in the evening is a way to combat it.
But researchers have found that this advice can backfire. Going to bed thirsty can cause something far worse than annoying bathroom visits.… Read More
One Simple Gesture Eases Pain Without Drugs
Pain researcher Dr. Pavel Goldstein was at his wife’s bedside during the delivery of their daughter.
Labor is said to be among the most excruciating types of pain humans can suffer.1
… Read MoreNever Do This With Your Tea
Tea is one of the healthiest things you can put into your body.
Its powerful antioxidants provide tremendous and diverse benefits. They improve bone density and heart health. They help you lose weight, boost your immune system, and even slow brain aging.1 2
But a new study discovered a downside to tea.
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