Sen. John McCain recently disclosed that doctors have given him a 3 to 14% of surviving his brain cancer.
“It’s a very poor prognosis,” he noted.
… Read MoreAntidepressants Raise Your Risk of Early Death by 33%
Antidepressant medications are sending people to an early grave, according to new a new study from Canada’s McMaster University.
Researchers there examined the results of 17 previous studies that included nearly 380,000 participants. Their analysis found that antidepressant users had a whopping 33% higher risk of death from any cause than non-users. It also showed that antidepressant users had a 14% higher risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks and strokes.… Read More
Beware of Toxic ‘Quats’ in Personal Care Products
Is 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
Can Pine Bark Save the NFL?
The research is clear: Concussions early in life can cause dementia years later. The problem is so serious in the NFL that the league is spending over $700 million in court-ordered payments to retired football players suffering brain impairment.1
Some players have prematurely quit because of worries about dementia. And recently, even an announcer quit over the issue. ESPN analyst Ed Cunningham said he no longer wanted to promote a sport that causes brain damage.… Read More
5 Exercise Blunders That Sabotage Your Fitness
Even if you’re an exercise novice, you’re probably aware of some of the most common workout mistakes.
Widely publicized no-no’s include taking on too much exercise too soon…doing the same workout every day…and neglecting correct form.
But there are many lesser-known mistakes that can sabotage your quest for self-improvement. Here are five workout blunders and how to fix them:
… Read MoreDon’t Let Indoor Air Pollution Wreck Your Health
When we think of air pollution, smoke-belching factories or exhaust-spewing cars come to mind.
But the biggest air pollution threats are actually inside your home.
Air pollution is two to five times higher indoors than outside, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. And the average American spends 87% of their time inside buildings. This makes indoor air quality a crucial health factor.… Read More