A surprising new report by the World Health Organization (WHO) reveals that the majority of the world’s population now has the herpes virus. Two-thirds! That’s 3.7 billion people under 50. In the Americas, half of women and 40% of men carry it.1
There are two types of herpes viruses. HSV-1 is transmitted through oral contact such as kissing. HSV-2 is contracted by skin-to-skin contact during sex.… Read More
Everybody wants to look and feel younger. But research shows that we often unknowingly fall into habits that age us faster…
Here are five of them you should avoid (and what you should do instead):
1) Getting Rid of Healthy Fat From Your Diet
Removing trans fats from your diet keeps your heart, blood vessels, and memory at their best. But you don’t want to stop eating all fats.… Read More
The unconditional love of a dog or cat can boost health by lowering stress. And walking a dog every day can reduce your risk of obesity and heart disease.
But your pet can give you more than loyalty and companionship… They may pass on illnesses, too. They’re called zoonotic diseases, and some of them are serious, even deadly.
Here are five animal-transmitted conditions every pet owner should know about…
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Some 26 million Americans suffer from chronic kidney disease. This serious condition can lead to a heart attack or require a kidney transplant. But many don’t realize they’re at risk.
Now a new study reveals that a common—but dangerous—nutrient combination can silently kill your kidneys…
The study looked at urine samples from almost 4,000 people with chronic kidney disease (CKD).1 Researchers found having high levels of these two nutrients were associated with fast rates of kidney disease progression.… Read More
There are few pharmaceutical weapons against Alzheimer’s disease (AD). But one drug can delay cognitive decline. And there’s evidence it cuts in half the risk of ending up in a nursing home.1 It’s called donepezil or Aricept. It is the only drug approved to treat all stages of Alzheimer’s.2
This drug can make it possible for patients to continue doing simple daily tasks… Like bathing and getting dressed.… Read More
How often do you read the ingredients list on your toothpaste? If your answer is never, now is the time to start.
Toothpaste makers care more about selling you a product that looks appealing and has a pleasant taste… Rather than one that’s safe and improves your dental health.
Here are five toxic toothpaste additives to avoid:
1. Blue No. 1
Manufacturers add artificial colors to toothpastes for no other reason than to establish their brand through visual appeal.… Read More