There’s a major problem with eating packaged greens. Sure they’re convenient. But they may be putting your health in danger.
It sounds crazy… Eating vegetables—especially leafy greens—helps your body fight inflammation. It gives your immune system the support it needs to fight off bacteria and pathogens. But about 40% of them may be too filthy to eat.
… Read MoreWe’ve told you before how coffee may help prevent cancer, improve memory, and even help you live longer. But new research shows that there may be an even more tangible benefit to starting each morning with a cup: It may help preserve your eyesight.
Researchers at the American Chemical Society looked at natural ways to support retinal health. They found that a certain antioxidant found in coffee prevents cell death in the retina by at least 73%.… Read More
Thinking of having a few cold ones this Memorial Day weekend? You may want to do your homework first.
Alcohol in moderation may help you reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke…1 But if your beer has any of these dangerous substances in it, forget about the benefits. That brew may be doing more damage to your health than you could imagine.… Read More
You’ve seen the sensational headlines. And if you’re a regular Health Watch reader, you may not be buying what they have to say…
We certainly don’t.
… Read MoreIf you’re like us, you’re counting down the days until grilling season. But in recent years, our favorite summer pastime has come under fire…
Grilling meat can be dangerous. At high temperatures, it forms compounds that can cause changes in your DNA. These include polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). They’re present in cigarette smoke and car exhaust.1 PAHs have caused cancer, tumors, and reproductive damage in animal studies.… Read More
We told you two years ago that processed meat products were too dangerous for human consumption.
These products—like hot dogs, frozen pizzas, sausage, and bacon—can contain nitrites linked to 4,000 cases of bowel cancer. And that’s just in the UK. They can also raise your risk of pancreatic cancer by nearly 70%. The bottom line: Avoid eating them at all costs.… Read More