The best way to survive a stroke likely isn’t what you think. It’s not a top doctor who knows exactly what to do. And it’s not having access to a hospital with cutting-edge technology. They’re both important, of course. But neither one can help you without this other critical factor. In ... Read More ›

High blood pressure is a chronic condition. Most folks who have it live with it for many years. If your own numbers are on the high side, maybe you manage them with diet and exercise. Or perhaps you take a high blood pressure medication. And sure, there may be times when you need to make an ... Read More ›

Grapes are one of the most underappreciated fruits in the produce aisle. Fancy fruits like pomegranates and avocados suck up all the attention. Meanwhile, humble grapes are delicious, inexpensive, and available in every season. Grapes make terrific jams and juices and are LOADED with potent ... Read More ›

There’s a compound out there with a name almost guaranteed to make you giggle. But what it does is no laughing matter. Last year I shared the news of spermidine’s brain benefits with you. (More on that in a moment.) And now we’ve learned that this compound could also help reverse one of the worst ... Read More ›

Magnesium is finally being given the long-overdue recognition it deserves. Getting the right amount of this essential mineral is a simple and inexpensive way to support and improve health. So naturally, the FDA is trying to ruin it. The agency just stomped all over efforts to raise awareness ... Read More ›

Aging is the number one risk factor for hardening arteries. Over the years, our mitochondrial function declines, and our inflammatory IL-6 levels rise. As a result, atherosclerosis affects upwards of 65 percent of adults over 60. That’s a LOT of potential customers. So cooking up something ... Read More ›

I'll admit I'm a big skeptic when it comes to crystal balls and seeing the future. But it sure would be nice to have one sometimes. I mean, just imagine being able to gaze into it and predict your fate. Maybe you could even spot something catastrophic headed your way. Heck, it could literally ... Read More ›

I’ll tell you what I’m not doing this winter. I’m NOT shoveling snow. I’ve already planned for someone else to come and shovel us out whenever the white stuff falls. I’ve been threatening to do it for years. And I finally arranged it. Now, a new report has me feeling like I just made the deal ... Read More ›

Some folks consider napping to be a “lazy” habit. But when it comes to your health, there's nothing lazy about a nap. In fact, naps might be considered downright essential as we age. Because research has revealed, they could help protect you from major chronic diseases and early death. There’s ... Read More ›