Fact or Myth: Vigorous Exercise For Lowering Blood Pressure?
This is a MYTH.
Difficult, high-intensity workouts are not necessary for improving heart health or lowering blood pressure.
To the contrary, recent research coming out of...
A “Nobel” Way to Avoid Cancer
Have you heard of telomeres yet? I’ve written about them and lectured to the World Conference on Anti-Aging. It’s big news in the world...
Sitting Is the New Smoking
Did You Know...health experts claim "sitting is the new smoking?"
You may not realize it, but the most dangerous activity in your entire day may very...
Does This Plant Hold the Key to Controlling Diabetes and Unlocking the French Paradox?
The grape extract known as resveratrol already has some very impressive accomplishments chalked up on its scoreboard.
Right up at the top, of course, is...
Fact or Myth: Are Reproductive Milestones Determined by Genes?
This is FACT.
In part, at least. A recent study shows that while nurture—your environment, upbringing, social network, etc.—plays a large role in shaping reproductive...
Yoga Reduces Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Did You Know...that yoga may protect you from cardiovascular disease?
Yoga is an ancient mind-body practice from India that helps to strengthen the body and...
The “Awe” Experience Can Prevent Aging
Most of us associate looking and feeling younger with our physical bodies.
As we age, the appearance of gray hair and wrinkles and the onslaught...
Meditation Rebuilds Grey Matter in the Brain
Numerous studies have validated the many benefits of meditation. Meditation doesn’t just help you relax and de-stress; its influence extends from the psychological and...
Running May Slow Down the Aging Process
As we grow older, our maximum aerobic capacity declines. What this means is that we don’t take in and transport as much oxygen as...
Fact or Myth: Does Using Heavy Cream Contribute to Osteoporosis?
This is a FACT.
It may surprise you to discover that not all dairy products are created equal when it comes to strengthening your bones....