You can go to the best cardiologists…get a myriad of blood tests and cutting-edge diagnostic imaging… But answering one simple question is a surprisingly reliable indicator of whether or not you’re headed for a heart attack.
That’s the finding of major new study that followed more than 420,000 middle-aged people for six years.1
The question is this: How fast do you walk?… Read More
The small village of Pioppi in southern Italy is one of the healthiest places on the planet.
Residents have an average lifespan of 89. That’s 11 years more than Americans. And many people in Pioppi live well past 100.1
More importantly, the villagers age well. They typically remain strong and healthy into their late 80s and beyond. The “diseases of aging” such as Alzheimer’s and type 2 diabetes are rare in Pioppi.… Read More
Eating one avocado a day dramatically increases levels of a nutrient in your brain that keeps you mentally sharp.
That’s the recent finding of Tufts University researchers. They gathered 40 healthy adults ages 50 and over and tested them for lutein in their brain.
… Read MoreKefir is a beverage worth adding to your diet if you’re interested in powerful health and longevity benefits.
It has been popular in Turkey and northern Russia for thousands of years. The people of this region enjoy lifespans that are among the longest in the world.1
Kefir is a natural drink made by a fermenting goat, cow, sheep, or nut milk.… Read More
A small daily snack of almonds increases your “good” HDL cholesterol more than taking a statin drug.
That’s the finding of a surprising new Penn State study. It shows that eating an ounce and a half of almonds every day boosts HDL cholesterol by 19%.
… Read MoreIs there a chemical linked to brain damage in your toothpaste?
The FDA made headlines last year when it initiated the first steps in a ban on triclosan. It’s an antibacterial chemical used in many personal care products such as toothpaste, shampoos, cosmetics, and deodorants. Triclosan is linked to allergies, asthma, eczema, and immune and hormone problems. So banning it is a good idea.… Read More