This Fruit Juice Keeps Seniors Mentally Sharp, Study Finds
A new study shows that a daily dose of one kind of fruit juice increases blood flow to the brain, improving cognitive function and memory in seniors. Not only that, the findings suggest the juice reduces depression.
What is this miracle drink?
It’s the juice of a superfood that you may already eat: blueberry.
… Read MoreThis Common Back Pain Treatment Is Useless
For decades, doctors have been prescribing Valium as a standard treatment for lower back pain.1
The idea was that this powerful sedative would relax the muscles to ease pain.2
But a new study finds that Valium (diazepam) works no better than a sugar pill for back pain. In fact, patients taking a sugar pill actually recover faster.
… Read MoreOne Type of Food Eases Stress, Helps You Sleep, Study Finds
For years, researchers have told us about the importance of probiotics for good health. “Good” bacteria have been shown to aid digestion, fight depression, and boost immunity.
Now, a new study has found that prebiotics—the so-called “fertilizer” for probiotics—have their own unique set of health benefits. Prebiotics are plant fibers that nourish probiotic bacteria.
Researchers at the University of Colorado say there is strong evidence that prebiotics ease stress and insomnia.… Read More
Never Let Your Doctor Prescribe This Useless Bone Treatment
In 1994, the FDA approved a technology that promised to revolutionize the treatment of broken bones. It was called LIPUS, which stood for low-intensity pulsed ultrasound.
LIPUS devices send sound waves into bones and purportedly speed healing.
Americans suffer about 1.5 million bone fractures a year. We spend $18 billion a year to treat them. And lost productivity from time off work costs us billions more.… Read More
6 Ways to Maximize Olive Oil Health Benefits
Olive oil is the original superfood. Since ancient times, people have recognized it is a potent elixir for good health.
Olive oil has been shown fight virtually every major illness. Studies have found it protects against heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s, stroke, diabetes, obesity, and arthritis.1,2
But not all olive oils are created equal. You not only have to buy the right olive oil to get the most health benefits…you need to know how to use it correctly.… Read More
