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Have scientists finally discovered one of the best ways to secure a long, healthy, and happy life? As it turns out, it isn’t going to the gym every day, or being lean and not overweight. It’s relationships. Being surrounding by people who care about you can increase your odds of beating cancer, prevent dementia, recover from a…

All too often, in spite of eating right and taking their medication, people with diabetes see their Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) gradually go up and up and their condition worsen.   HbA1c is a blood test that shows the average glucose (blood sugar) over the past 3 months. It indicates how well your diabetes is being…

A key characteristic of memory-destroying Alzheimer’s disease is the build-up of amyloid-beta—a sticky protein that leads to massive death of neurons (brain cells). The blood-brain barrier opens at regular intervals to allow toxins (including amyloid-beta) to exit the brain and enter the bloodstream. The liver then filters the blood and removes these toxins. Scientists believe that helping…

In a recent study published in the journal Age and Aging, researchers found that, people over 50 who are more sexually active have better memory and cognitive skills. For men, frequent sex was found to improve memory, problem-solving, and attention span. For women, frequent sex was found improve memory. The researchers collected data from nearly…

From the electric-powered devices we use in our homes to the gasoline-powered cars we drive, everything needs a source of energy (power) to function. The human body is no different. Instead of electricity or gasoline, the body is powered by an energy source called adenosine triphosphate (ATP) which is made from the food we eat by…

Studies have found that adequate amounts of magnesium could reduce the risk of type II diabetes by up to a third. Why is diabetes so bad? Because it leads to heart attack and stroke. blindness, nerve damage (i.e., neuropathy), kidney failure (leading to dialysis), and gum disease (leading to loss of teeth), just to name…

In a study recently published in the International Journal of Obesity, researchers founds that artificial light at night (ALAN) can lead to weight-gain as well as some types of cancer.  After adjusting for other factors, including dietary patterns, ALAN emerged as prominent predictor of obesity and cancer of the breast and prostate. Bright light before bedtime, especially…

A common bacteria linked to peptic ulcers may also be responsible for an irregular heart rhythm known as atrial fibrillation. A strong association has been found with between the bacteria Helicobacter pylori and an increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation. This heart disorder affects over 2 million Americans. The heart’s two upper chambers (the atria) quiver…

A healthy body should be able to take on whatever is demanded of it. Unfortunately, too many people have physical limitations that stop them from being as fit and healthy as they should. Recognizing these weaknesses and doing something about them are crucial in order to protect your quality of life. Physical fitness can be measured…

According to a recent study, ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) root extract was shown to improve sexual function in women. The study included 50 women diagnosed with female sexual dysfunction, including hypoactive sexual desire disorder (low sex drive) and orgasmic disorder (inability to orgasm). Twenty-five took 300 mg of ashwagandha twice daily for 8 weeks, and 25 received…