Mouthwash may kill the germs that cause bad breath… But they also kill beneficial bacteria that prevent diabetes, a new Harvard study finds.
The research shows that if you’re overweight, using mouthwash greatly increases your risk of type 2 diabetes.1
Harvard scientists evaluated 1,206 overweight middle-age people.
… Read MoreOnly the FDA would ban a toxic substance from soap…but continue to allow it in toothpaste.
That’s what it did with triclosan. It’s a chemical linked to cancer, thyroid problems, and hormone disruption in children.
The FDA explains its bizarre position by claiming triclosan prevents gum disease. But if something is too toxic to put on your skin, should you be putting it in your mouth?… Read More
When was the last time your health care provider had you sit quietly for 12 minutes before taking your blood pressure?
Probably never.
And that means you’re readings may be falsely high.
… Read MoreIn the pre-digital era, millions of Americans retreated to their bathrooms with a newspaper, magazine, or book.
But now? The print media are on their last legs. And more people are relying on their smartphones to occupy their minds while they attend to bathroom business.
… Read MoreFor years, people have thought MRIs were safe. They allow medical imaging without harmful radiation like with X-rays. Just some loud noise and a tight squeeze to deal with.
But mounting evidence is finding that MRIs can severely damage your health…
Just ask actor Chuck Norris and his wife Gena.
… Read MoreDrug companies are no doubt thrilled about the new blood pressure guidelines issued this week by American Heart Association.
Overnight, the market for blood pressure medications skyrocketed.
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