The human immune system is an early riser—and that’s why it may make sense to get your COVID shots in the morning.
A new study at the University of Geneva in Switzerland recommends that time of day be considered when administering vaccines to increase their effectiveness.i
Why is morning better?
It’s because of our circadian rhythms. That’s the natural body clock that controls many of our biological functions, including our immune system. … Read More
When we think about climate change, things like rising seas, higher temperatures, and stronger storms come to mind.
But global warming is also affecting our bodies.
And it’s doing it from the inside out, by changing what’s in the food we eat, according to a major Harvard study.i
Climate Change Is Making Us Deficient in a Crucial Mineral
Climate change is caused by rising levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere. … Read More
When it comes to colds and coughs, most of us look for relief in all the wrong places.
Your first choice is probably your local drugstore. You’ll find dozens of cough suppressants, antihistamines, decongestants, pain relievers, and other cold medications to choose from.
If you go to your doctor, you’ll likely get a prescription for an antibiotic.
A new analysis shows there’s a natural remedy that works better than anything you’ll get at a pharmacy.… Read More
Cell phones are “ideal vehicles” for spreading coronavirus.
That’s the conclusion of researchers who completed a major new analysis of how the devices transmit germs.
Researchers from Australia’s Bond University reviewed 56 studies focused on contamination of cell phones by pathogens including viruses. The data was extensive…gathered from 24 countries between 2006 and 2019.[1]
Professor Lotti Tajouri was the study author.… Read More
One of the world’s oldest medicines is now being tested to potentially fight one of the newest diseases.
Colchicine was first used as a health remedy by the ancient Greeks more than 2,000 years ago. It is an extract of the crocus flower.
The Greeks used it as a laxative. Six centuries later, the Byzantines discovered that colchicine eases the inflammation of gout.… Read More
By now most of us know the main symptoms of COVID-19: a fever, cough, and shortness of breath.
But doctors are noticing something strange in older coronavirus patients. They may have none of these signs.
Instead, some show an entirely different range of symptoms.[1]
Doctors have found that older coronavirus patients may just feel “off” at first. Their behavior may change.… Read More