All painkilling drugs have side effects. But some medications are worse than others.
We’ve known for years that several types of popular over-the-counter pain relievers increase the risk of heart attack.
And a new study shows that one is far worse for your heart than others.
… Read MoreWe all know that high blood pressure is bad for us. But what about low blood pressure?
The question is important because of new blood pressure guidelines.
… Read MoreFish oil is America’s number one selling nutritional supplement. And the 19 million of us who take it do so primarily to prevent heart disease.1
Studies have found that fish oil cuts heart death risk by up to 30%.2
But new research shows that the omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil help your head as much as your heart.… Read More
Anybody who does much air travel knows that flying is hard on your immune system.
Picking up a cold or some other illness after a plane flight is almost routine for some of us. One study found that 20% of air travelers report respiratory illnesses within a week of taking a plane flight.1
… Read MoreWhether you want to learn a new dance step or fix the slice in your golf swing, it’s not easy to learn a new motor skill.
Sometimes your body just won’t do what you want it to do.
Now, new research has uncovered a simple trick that might help.1
… Read MoreTo put it mildly, coffee is a popular beverage. A recent survey found that 64% of Americans reported having had at least one cup the previous day.1
You might not find that surprising. But you might well be surprised by the number of remarkable health benefits contained in a mug of joe.
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