Cornell University researchers have discovered what could be the world’s simplest way to lose weight.
They studied the kitchens of hundreds of American homes, analyzing food items kept on the counter. Then they correlated the items with the body weight of the occupants.
They found that one object on the kitchen counter has a surprisingly powerful effect on weight. It turns out that women who keep a fruit bowl on the counter weigh on average 13 pounds less than those who don’t.… Read More
Coffee is one of the oldest—and most beloved—beverages on the planet. Its health benefits go beyond a quick jolt of morning energy. In fact, drinking coffee may be one of the best ways to protect your health as you age.
Here are five surprising reasons you should drink coffee every day:
Women who drink coffee each day lower their chance of developing tinnitus by at least 15%, according to a study at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.… Read More
There’s strong evidence low levels of vitamin D are to blame for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). A new study out of the University of Sheffield found 82% of IBS patients don’t have enough of the nutrient.
IBS can be painful, inconvenient, and embarrassing. It causes stomach cramping, diarrhea, and constipation. And it’s common. One in five adults in the U.S. has the condition.… Read More
If there was one drug that could prevent the most common–and dangerous–medical conditions, wouldn’t you take it?
Heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and even cancer… Forget about taking 10 different pills for 10 different problems. This natural solution prevents all these diseases.
It sounds too good to be true. But there’s solid science to back it up.
… Read MoreJust because the FDA approves a food ingredient doesn’t make it safe to eat. In fact, there are things in our food supply that other countries have banned over safety concerns. You may be eating them every day.
Here are five dangerous food additives that are illegal outside of the U.S.1
1. Ractopamine: Livestock farmers use this drug to make their animals pack on muscle.… Read More
Imagine there’s pain radiating from your pelvic area. You’re having trouble urinating every time you run to the restroom. Which is often these days. You go to the doctor.
Your diagnosis? Prostate cancer.
That’s one mystery solved.
You undergo treatment. But then you start forgetting important events. You can’t seem to remember how to complete even the simplest of daily tasks.… Read More