Some 45 million Americans suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It can make your life miserable. The stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, and loss of appetite can be disabling.1
Drugs to treat the problem are not consistently effective. And they can have side effects that make the symptoms even worse.2
Now, a new study finds that taking one natural supplement can safely relieve IBS.… Read More
More than 170 million Americans drink tap water that contains the radioactive element radium. It’s a compound that causes cancer.1
That’s over half of the U.S. population.
… Read MoreThe old saying “use it or lose it” pushes some of us to lift weights to retain muscle as we age. But a new study shows that lack of exercise is not the only reason we lose strength as we get older.
Researchers found a larger cause of muscle loss. And it can be prevented with a simple diet change.
We typically start losing muscle mass around age 40.… Read More
Go to the doctor with a sore throat and chances are you’ll walk out with a prescription for antibiotics. This is true even though it’s likely antibiotics won’t help you in the least.
That’s because most upper respiratory infections that cause sore throats are viral, not bacterial. And antibiotics are powerless against viruses.1
The result of all this unnecessary prescribing?… Read More
We all know that stress wreaks havoc on our health. It can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s, and depression.
About 75% of adults say they regularly suffer from stress. One study found that 90% of doctor visits are stress related.1
Now, a fascinating new study has uncovered a strange but powerful way to get instant relief.… Read More
When someone in your house gets the flu, you probably say to yourself, “I’m next.”
That’s understandable. The flu virus is relentless. Every time a flu sufferer coughs, it propels the viruses six feet in the air. When the viruses land on any surface, they can infect anyone who touches them for up to 24 hours.
But there are steps you can take to reduce your risk.… Read More