Statins don’t work. But it’s not just that they’re ineffective. We’ve told you before they come with over 600 adverse effects. These range form calcifying your arteries to deteriorating muscle tissue. Now a new study reveals what could be the deadliest side effect yet…
They could be raising your risk of developing thyroid cancer.
… Read MoreIt’s a mineral you need for strong bones. Just not the one you’re thinking of. We’ve told you before it can help you prevent colorectal cancer. It may even help you keep your telomeres long and healthy as you age. But German research reveals its biggest benefit yet.
A team of scientists looked at the blood levels of this nutrient in 4,203 subjects.… Read More
As Health Watch readers you know how important probiotics are for independent healing.
Their main job is to help balance and replenish your gut bacteria. This helps keep your immune system strong against invading germs. Gut balance is also critical for proper digestion. It can even help you lose body fat. But the benefits of probiotics go further than that…
… Read MoreSugar may be the most dangerous food you can eat. And yet it’s nearly impossible to avoid. But new research shows it may be even more deadly than we thought.
We already know that sugar raises your inflammation. It also causes blood sugar levels to spike. But researchers at the University of Otago in New Zealand took it a step further.… Read More
Telomeres are the protein “caps” of your cellular DNA. As we get older, our telomeres shrink. Every time a cell replicates, telomeres get smaller and smaller. When they get too short, they can’t divide themselves anymore. This leads to cell death. And that means showing signs of aging—and worse.
Keeping your telomeres long may hold the key to feeling—even looking—younger as you age.… Read More
New research out of China gives you yet another reason to eat your fruits and veggies…
Experts looked at 20 different studies. All told, they accessed data from 760,629 men and women. They found that for every 200 grams of fruits and vegetables subjects ate per day, they lowered their stroke risk by up to 32% and 11% respectively. And it worked at any age.… Read More