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Why COVID Is So Dangerous for Heavy People

In All Health Watch, Coronavirus, Featured Article

It has been clear since the early days of the pandemic that carrying extra weight dramatically increases your risk of dying from COVID-19.

An analysis published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that being obese doubles your chances of coronavirus death. And being morbidly obese (a body mass index of 40 or higher) quadruples the death risk.[1] [2]

Another study in the journal Obesity Reviews found that obese people with COVID-19 are 113% more likely to be hospitalized than those of lower body weight.… Read More

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The Simple Eating Trick for Weight Loss Success

In All Health Watch, Diet and Nutrition, Featured Article, Weight Loss

Most dieters try to lose weight by eating certain foods or by eating fewer calories.

But researchers have found that there’s another factor that may be more important than either of these for diet success.[i]

Scientists at Hiroshima University in Japan tracked the eating habits of 1,083 people for five years. During that time, subjects filled out detailed questionnaires about their lifestyle and eating habits, including speed of eating, physical activity, and medical history.… Read More

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Christmas Eve Is the Most Dangerous Day for Your Heart

In All Health Watch, Featured Article, Heart and Cardiovascular, Heart Attacks

Cardiologists have long known that Christmas is the time when you are at most risk for a heart attack.

They even have a name for it. It’s called “holiday heart syndrome.”

A study shows that Christmas may be even more dangerous to heart health than previously believed. The research was conducted by cardiologists in Sweden. It was published in The British Medical Journal.… Read More

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Think You Have Asthma? There’s Actually a Good Chance You Don’t

In All Health Watch, Featured Article

It’s a common scenario: A person suffering from a persistent cough or breathing problems goes to the doctor. The doctor observes their symptoms and declares they have asthma.

The patient is put on long-term medication. They are told it will ease their symptoms or stop future flare-ups.

But an alarming study shows that many of these patients don’t have asthma at all.… Read More

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One Fruit Juice Improves Sleep

In All Health Watch, Featured Article, Sleep Health

Researchers have found a simple and natural way to end insomnia.

It can add almost 1 ½ hours to your sleep time—without the health risks of sleeping pills.

Professor Jack Losso is with the School of Nutrition and Food Sciences at Louisiana State University Agricultural Center. He led the study.

“Insomnia is quite common among older adults and it can lead to a range of health issues if left untreated,” said Professor Losso.… Read More

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The Natural Depression Solution That Works Better Than Drugs

In All Health Watch, Featured Article, General Health, Mental Health

It’s long been known that probiotics help with digestive troubles. But a new study shows that “good” bacteria offer a surprising bonus: They relieve depression.[1]

Researchers at McMaster University in Canada recruited 44 adults with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and mild to moderate anxiety or depression. IBS is the world’s most common digestive disorder. It causes stomach pain as well as constipation and/or diarrhea.… Read More