FLASH: AccuWeather estimates that about 44_ people live in the risk zone for severe thunderstorms Sunday and into the week. An active Pacific Ocean storm train will set the severe weather outbreak into motion. At the same time, warmth and moisture are forecast to build over the Plains and Mississippi Valley. A strong jet stream will stir the pot […]
A study has found that the interaction of an unidentified component of coffee with the caffeine increases blood levels of a crucial growth factor which appears to protect against the process of Alzheimer’s disease. Making use of mice bred for developing Alzheimer’s like symptoms, the researchers provide evidence that caffeinated coffee protects against the disease […]
$BTCUSD Tuesday, Bitcoin (BTCUSD) hit its highest mark in 10 months, raising hopes among cryptocurrency fans of greater mainstream acceptance, but others urged investor caution. Bitcoin, which lost 75% of its value in Y 2018, has soared by 24% since Friday and more than 2X’d in price so far this year. Currently Bitcoin is trading […]
FLASH: US and China at impasse over trade, Larry Kudlow says new tariffs will remain. The United States and China appeared at a deadlock over trade negotiations Sunday as Washington demanded promises of concrete changes to Chinese law and Beijing said it would not swallow any “bitter fruit” that harmed its interests. The trade dispute […]
NOTE : Over 65 anni, do gentle and restorative yoga, avoid injury A recent study published in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, noted that yoga injuries are on the rise, especially among older adults. The study, titled “Yoga-Related Injuries in the United States From 2001 to 2014,” found that there were 29,950 yoga-related injuries […]
Marijuana extracts appear to help children with autism, reducing their disruptive behavior while improving their social responsiveness, a new Israeli clinical trial reports. Kids treated with either a whole-plant cannabis extract or a pure combination of cannabidiol (CBD) and THC experienced a significant improvement in their symptoms, compared with a control group given a placebo, […]
$TSLA JPMorgan, a Tesla bear, told clients Monday the offering should help put a floor on the stock’s price. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is raising $2.4-B in new funding, the company, and even the most bearish of Wall Street analysts are sympathetic about the long expected move. “We applaud Tesla’s decision to raise capital but believe at […]
FLASH: D is not a Vitamin, it is a prohormone. The Big Q: Have you wondered why other vitamins are derived from the foods we eat, but what we know as vitamin D comes from The Sun? The Big A: According to the Endocrine Society’s Hormone Health Network, the “vitamin D” designation is a misnomer: […]
$GLD, $XAU, $USD Forbes.com recently published 3 reasons why savvy investors need to always own gold in their portfolios. Essentially, you can never play it too safe when it comes to investing. “Holding an overweight position of an unlevered asset with limited supply such as gold will offer one of the few safe havens for […]
$XAU, $GLD Gold markets started to rally last week, but struggled going higher. And in the action is forming a Shooting Star, thus suggesting that Gold is going to continue South towards its support at 1280 oz. If Gold break below 1280, the market move South towards 1250, and then 1200. This is interesting considering […]
$DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX The Big Q: Are you thinking about entering the realm of investing? The Big A: If you are then you have to take heart in knowing that there are just 2 types of mistakes you can make if you do. The 1st mistake is to just buy something: a stock, a […]
$BTCUSD By Mark Hiraide On April 2, 2019, the Division of Corporation Finance of the Securities and Exchange Commission issued a no-action letter to TurnKey Jet, Inc. in connection with a proposed sale of tokens in the United States. It was the first no-action letter relating to cryptocurrencies and was widely heralded as a watershed event […]
$GLD, $XAU, $USD By Jared Dillan There is a lot of strong feelings about gold. Some people think it has no utility. Other people have pretty reasoned arguments about how gold maintains purchasing power across the centuries. It was in a bubble 8 years ago that sucked a lot of people in. There were some sketch-ball […]
Many US taxpayers wait until the last minute to file their returns. If that is your plan, then now is the time to get on with it. With the April 15 filing deadline 9 days away, you cannot afford to stall on your taxes any longer. Here are some tips for tackling that return now […]
FLASH: A new study challenges the idea that a drink or 2 a day could actually be good for you. In a study conducted in China, the researchers found that moderate drinking slightly raised the risk of stroke and high blood pressure. They were not able to figure out whether small amounts of alcohol might […]
FLASH: Sleep impacts your ability to learn and your creative capacity. Deep sleep is also crucial for brain detoxification, and can have a significant impact on your risk for Alzheimer’s disease. In the video below, Rhonda Patrick, PhD., a biomedical scientist, interviews professor Matthew Walker, PhD., founder and director of the University of California Berkeley’s […]
$CORN, $WEAT, $SOY, $USD EXCLUSIVE: At least 1-M acres (405,000 hectares) of US farmland were flooded after the “bomb cyclone” storm left wide swaths of 9 major grain producing states under water this month, satellite data analyzed by Gro Intelligence for Reuters showed. Farms from the Dakotas to Missouri and beyond have been under water […]
FLASH: Chances are most of us are drinking our coffee wrong, and that is because science has figured out the right way to do it, and it is not always intuitive. The Big Q: Do you reach for a cup as soon as your eyes open? The Big A: If you do that is wrong. […]
FLASH: BREXIT Agreement Negotiated by EU and U.K. Government Won’t be Reopened, EU Chief Tusk Says JPMorgan Chase & Co. CEO Jamie Dimon said UK PM Theresa May’s request to the European Union for a 3-month extension of the BREXIT deadline will not remove uncertainty associated with the impasse and raises the odds of a […]
FLASH: Marijuana has a “Dark Side” Scientists say smoking high-potency marijuana every day could increase the chances of developing psychosis by about 5X. The new research adds to prior studies that have found links between marijuana and psychotic disorders, but it still does not definitively pinpoint marijuana as the cause. Psychosis is usually triggered factors […]
FLASH: New research associates sugar-sweetened beverages with early mortality; artificially-sweetened beverages are not much safer. Scientists have found even more evidence it’s time to stop the soda, put down the lemonade, and eliminate sugary-sweet coffee in your diet. These sweet drinks taste good, but they may also set drinkers up for early death. A 34 […]
$NDAQ, $BRK.A, $BRK.B, $CIIT, $YBAO FLASH: Think Big with Small Cap Stocks! We here at HeffX-LTN often feature small-cap and low price stocks, when we do we fully evaluate risk/reward and have done a full due diligence review. Currently we are focused on small-cap and low priced stocks under $5/share that trade on the OTC […]
$DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX FLASH: Job creation and wage growth are still important things to watch for in the monthly NFP report for February that will be released Friday. The other partial indicators already suggest that the labor market will remain solid. The focus now will be on the labor-force participation rate because the […]
FLASH: Do you want a daytime pick-me-up that may also benefit your blood pressure? Then take a Siesta, researchers suggest. “Midday sleep appears to lower blood pressure levels at the same magnitude as other lifestyle changes,” said Dr. Manolis Kallistratos, a cardiologist at Asklepieion General Hospital in Voula, Greece. For each hour you nap, systolic […]
FLASH: The EU’s economy is cooling more than many investors believe, the slowdown poses the biggest risk to the market. The European Central Bank (ECB) has limited tools at its disposal to respond to economic weakness while European governments are not prepared to respond with spending warns Mohamed El-Erian. “People are underestimating how quickly Europe […]
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 735,000 Americans have a heart attack each year, and 525,000 are 1st heart attacks. When you learn the risk factors, symptoms and how to take early action, it increases your chances of survival. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, some […]
FLASH: Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of natural death among people who are traveling Do not ignore heart attack symptoms while travelling, keep emergency numbers at hand. That is the main message of a study presented today at Acute Cardiovascular Care 20191 a European Society of Cardiology (ESC) congress. Cardiovascular disease is the leading […]
$DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX FLASH: March is shaping up as pivotal for the world economy. The coming weeks are set to offer clarity on a US-China trade deal, Britain’s fate within the EU and any signs that China’s economy is turning around. Also, President Trump is mulling a report that may lead him to […]
$GS, $USD, $USO, $OIL FLASH: On the global markets, some green shoots are emerging. The global economy may have already bottomed out, according to Goldman Sachs Group Inc. Chief Economist in a note Tuesday. While growth remains soft, Goldman’s current activity indicator in February is slightly above the downwardly-revised December and January numbers. Some green […]
China met its target for reducing debt levels but will keep cracking down on riskier types of financing to contain risks to its financial system, the banking and insurance regulator said Monday, urging banks to step up lending to smaller companies. Concern about China’s debt is rising again as Beijing ramps up support for a […]
FLASH: Breathing cold air is almost impossible to avoid during Winter months, but there are known health risks everyone should know about before going outdoors in extreme cold. You know the temperature is low if you can see your breath after you exhale. The water vapor in the moist air you inhaled condenses into a […]
FLASH: Cannabis Linked to Depression and Suicide in Young Adults Teens and young adults who use marijuana/cannabis are at increased risk of depression and suicidal behavior, according to a new study released by a team of researchers at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. The study is part of an awareness campaign started by the Quebec […]
FLASH: Today, there are more pet travel options now than ever before, and with the right preparation your pets can travel safely and happily. Here is some expert advice on how to make that happen, as follows: The Basics of Pet Travel Make sure your pet is up for the trip: The 1st thing you want […]
FLASH: New Study Finds New Link Between Processed Foods and Early Death A new study offers new evidence a diet full of junk food and other highly processed foods could be linked to an early death. The researchers in the NutriNet-Santé Study,with lead researcher Laure Schnabel, MD, MSc, of the University of Paris, published their […]
FLASH: Speculative-grade bond yields have retraced nearly all of Y 2018’s selloff This action is the latest sign that investors have returned to the market with a after fleeing for safer asset classes at the end of Y 2018. Here is how the market has been acting since 31 December, as follows; Investors have been […]
FLASH: A recent study is the 1st to separately evaluate diet and exercise, and the effect they have on cognitive ability, finding those who improved their diet and continuously walked or cycled for 30 mins 3X a week reversed signs of brain aging. According to a survey by AARP, 93% of Americans believe maintaining brain health […]
$SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX FLASH: Investor get excited by higher prices for financial assets. If prices of stocks 2X, it is likely that investors will want them more, and the more they go up, the more investors tend to want them, this is known as “fear or missing out,” or FOMO. So, that is why […]
Entrepreneurship may seem like a young person’s game, not True! When we are young, in the US we have the freedom to fail and more time to recover from unsuccessful ventures. But, as we grow older, many tend to become more risk averse. Now, though, there are several reasons people can/should consider starting a small […]
$GLD Indian discounts shrink; dealers eye import duty announcement China premiums at $9.50-$11.50 oz Festival buying picks up in Singapore Demand for physical gold in India improved last week as local prices eased from their highest level in over 5 years, while buying gathered steam in China ahead of the Lunar New Year festival. Dealers […]
Fried chicken, french fries, and chicken-fried steak is surely delicious, but treating yourself to such fried foods regularly could be deadly, a new study warns. Women who eat more than 1 serving a week of fried chicken or fried fish have an increased risk of heart disease and death, researchers report. “Overall, we found that […]
China will step up fiscal spending this year to support its economy, focusing on further cuts in taxes and fees for small firms, finance ministry officials said Wednesday. Mounting US trade tariff pressure on the world’s 2nd-biggest economy pushed growth last year to its lowest since Y 1990 even as Beijing stepped up stimulus measures […]
$BUD, $TAP, $STZ, $TLRY The brewers of Budweiser, Coors and other large-scale brewers are placing their bets on cannabis as a way to fight saturated markets and shifting consumer trends. For years, the industry’s largest players struggled with stagnating markets and shifting consumer tastes. Anheuser-Busch InBev, Molson Coors and Corona brewer Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) have […]
The Big Q: Do you shy away from risky business or cast caution aside and go for it? The Big A: Either way it may be in your DNA. Scientists have identified more than 100 genetic variants linked with risk-taking, according to a new study. “Genetic variants that are associated with overall risk tolerance — […]
US fund investors charged into high-yield corporate bonds during the latest week, shoveling $3.3-B, the most cash flowing into that market since late Y 2016, Lipper said Thursday, boosted by dovish words from Fed Chairman Powell. Underscoring investors’ appetite for some risk-taking, investors pulled $15-B net cash from US-based money market funds, according to the […]
$PG Ladies, have you ever been able to forget Tony Manero’s macho strut through Bay Ridge? Not to mention his Saturday Night Fever, King of the dance floor moves in those nice fitting polyester pants at The Odyssey? Do you remember Urban Cowboy’s, Bud? He was a rough and tumble bad boy in perfectly faded […]
The US financial markets have had the time conger the very strong US jobs report, as well as signs of progress in the China-US trade talks. But, despite the positive news, investors and traders believe the Fed will stop hiking interest rates this year and will cut them in both Ys 2020 and 2021. The difference […]
$GLD, $SLV, $USD There are Key elements set up to extend Gold’s from just after the Y 2008 global recession to the precious Yellow metals Y 2011 all time high, signalling a comeback this year. Gold Bugs are looking for a break out of its 5 year range, and technically it looks as though that […]
Diet sodas are not the lesser evil, they are as evil as regular soda, and some argue they are worse. Linking low- or Zero-calorie soft drinks to specific illnesses is tricky, and researchers are cautious to call them flat-out dangerous or point to cause and effect. It is not always clear if the problem is […]
John Hussman, PhD, aka The Perma-Bear: “At its core, investment is about valuation. It’s about purchasing a stream of expected future cash flows at a price that’s low enough to result in desirable total returns, at an acceptable level of risk, as those cash flows are delivered over time. The central tools of investment analysis […]
A study just released by the University of California Irvine Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders (UCI MIND), dubbed the “90+ Study,” has just concluded that individuals in their 70’s who drink a moderate consumption of either alcohol or coffee live longer than those individuals who abstain. The study also found that individuals that […]
$DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX The world enters Y 2019 with some uncertainty about the prospects for global growth. The US is the bright spot and 1 of the most powerful job creators and drivers of international trade. If The Trump Administration and the new Congress are able to work together, there are areas where […]
$SPY, $WFC, $CS Wells Fargo (NYSE:WFC) cut estimates for stocks next year on concern the Fed is making policy mistakes that will dampen US economic growth. Chris Harvey, head of equity strategy at the bank, cut his year-end target for the S&P 500 Index to 2,665 from 3,079. While the new forecast represents a 10% […]
$DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX The S&P 500 fell 2.1% Friday on headline uncertainty surrounding politics and trade. As they continued to provide a justification to reduce risk. Friday’s decliner pushed the benchmark index to a new yearly low at 2408.12 and a weekly loss of 7.1%. All 11 S&P 500 sectors finished in the […]
Cannot Fall Asleep? Try the Military Method A sleep-induction method developed by the US military claims to have a 96% success rate after 6 weeks of consistent implementation. The method centers around preparing your mind and body for sleep by deeply relaxing for about 2 mins An estimated 70-M American adults have a sleep disorder, […]
Bitcoin (BTC) Seeing Low, Break Below $3,500 at Risk $BTCUSD Wednesday, Bitcoin prices traded to their lowest marks in a week and were on the brink of falling below a psych mark below $3,500. Broad-based decline has erased $9-B off the total value of all cryptocurrencies this week The price of a Bitcoin, the world’s largest […]
Volatile Markets are Opportunities for Savvy Participants $DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX Some investors get scared when the stock market falls, but there is always the other side of that action. When selling happens, stocks are on sale. The recent Southside action can provide opportunities that investors have not seen for a while. The Key […]
President Trump, ‘Totally Be Willing’ to Shut Down Govt to Get Border Wall Funds US President Donald Trump said he would “totally be willing” to shut down the government if Congress does not send him a bill approving $5-B for his proposed Wall on the US southern border with Mexico. His comments came during an […]
Scientist Discover that Stress and Depression Can Shrink the Brain Major depression or chronic stress can cause the loss of brain volume, a condition that contributes to both emotional and cognitive impairment. A team of researchers led by Yale scientists has discovered one reason why this occurs , a single genetic switch that triggers loss […]
Chemical in California’s Wildfire Smoke a Major Health Hazard Smoke masks, eye drops, no outdoor exercise, staying indoors is how Californians are trying to cope with wildfires choking the state. Experts say an increase in serious health problems are almost inevitable for vulnerable residents as the disasters become more commonplace. Research suggests children, the elderly […]
Be Thankful Knowing that Wheat, Carbs and Sugar are Brain Killers Celebrate with a low carb, no bread, sugar free Thanksgiving Dinner. There is no conventional treatment for Alzheimer’s, research shows this devastating degenerative neurological disease can be effectively prevented by lowering sugar exposure, increasing exercise and improving the quality of your sleep. “The science is […]
The Evidence is in, ‘Obesity can shorten one’s life A new study that tracked the weight and survival of more than 6,000 Americans for 24 years reinforces the notion that piling on excess pounds can lead to an earlier grave. Being statistically obese, but not simply overweight, was tied to a 27% increase in the […]
Your Dog May Help You Live Happier Longer The US is home to nearly 70-M pet dogs, and their owners enjoy unconditional love, loyal companionship and often lovably quirky personalities as a result. These intangible benefits of dog ownership are what make them the most popular pet in America Yet, some of the benefits of pet […]
Loneliness Increases the Risk of Poor Health and Premature Death In a survey of 20,000 US adults, 46% said they sometimes or always feel alone. While on the surface this may seem to be a mental health issue, it is one that’s intricately tied to physical health. Increasingly, research is showing that loneliness exacts a […]
Use Your Diet to Combat Air Pollution Pollution is the “largest environmental cause of disease and premature death in the world today,” according to research published in The Lancet recently. The study revealed that 9-M premature deaths were caused by pollution in Y 2015, which is 16% of deaths worldwide. What’s more, among the pollution-related […]
Lack of Good Sleep Leads to Poor Health Sleep Quality affects Blood Pressure and Risk of Heart Disease Sleep Deprivation Takes a Toll on Mental Health Sleep deprivation is a risk factor for severe Dementia. Research strengthens the link between sleep problems and Heart Disease A noted by author Quanhe Yang, senior scientist in the Division […]
Living in Noisy Neighborhoods Can Cause Heart Attacks Living in noise-saturated neighborhoods may be more than simply annoying, it can increase risk factors for serious health problems including heart attack, heart disease and stroke, according to new research. Chronic noise from traffic and airports appears to trigger the amygdala, a brain region critically involved in […]
Pull Back the Curtains, Raise the Shades, Let the Sunshine In The sanitizing power of sunlight works even after it passes through window glass. So, pull back the curtains, raise the shades, and letting in a powerful purifier. This is especially important when there are children in the house since they are vectors for the […]
Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd (OTCQX:MTAFF) Closing on Gold Royalty Acquisition $MTAFF, $GLGDF, $RGLD, $FNV,$WPM HeffX-LTN views Metalla, a new entry, in this coming commodities cycle as a good risk-off bet. Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd’s (OTCQX:MTAFF) CEO Brett Heath announced Monday, that the company is proceeding to close its acquisition of the 2% net smelter […]
Obesity Augurs Risk to National Security Fully, 31% of our youth in the United States are disqualified from military service due to obesity, and the epidemic is now “posing a threat to our nation’s security as well,” says the law enforcement nonprofit Council for Strong America’s “Mission: Readiness” project. “Obesity has long threatened our nation’s health,” a report […]
The Real Danger of Diabetes The increased risk of health conditions like cardiovascular disease, cancer and kidney disorders have been linked with diabetes and early death, a new study sheds light on the psych factors that come into play while managing the condition that affects over 30-M Americans. Those psychological factors led Finnish researchers to […]
Stand More, Sit Less: It is Important! Data indicates moving as little as 10 mins for every hr of sitting may help reduce negative effects. Ideally you should be sitting no more than 3 hrs each day using correct posture to reduce strain on your lower back and neck A recent study in the Annals […]
Disruption and Investors’ Fear of Missing Out $NFLX, $TSLA A new study from UC Riverside and the Rotterdam School of Management finds that fear of missing out motivates investors to give money early to startups with a disruptive vision. Many early backers are reluctant to invest too much in unproven ideas that might not take […]
As We Get Older Let’s Always Eat ‘Super’ Foods Men and Women alike are susceptible to bone loss, muscle loss, hormonal changes, and the dreaded middle age spread. Older people see and feel these changes in achy joints, vision impairment, heart complications, weight gain, decreased memory retention, and lack of energy, all of which are […]
Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) ‘Puffs’ Agency Safety Analysis $TSLA Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) claimed its M3 EV has the lowest risk of occupant injury of any vehicle in US government tests, but the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Tuesday said Tesla’s claim goes beyond the scope of its analysis. The auto safety’s agency’s 5-Star Safety Ratings Program uses […]
Too Much Sitting Is Not Good For Good Health and Mobility Sitting increases risk of immobility as we age Studies support using a consistent exercise routine to help improve metabolism, reduce your risk of diabetes and certain cancers, help us maintain a healthy weight and improve your cardiovascular health. Further research reveals that even when you engage […]
Depressed, Anxious? Change Your Diet to Real Food! Fact: More than 33% of American adults consume restaurant fast food on a daily basis, based on government survey data for 2013-2016. Men are most likely eat fast food at lunch. Women are most likely to favor fast food as a snack. Fact: 40-M adults in the U.S. […]
Risk of US Recession is Below Average for the Next 3 Years $GS Goldman Sachs predicts that the US economy stands only a “muted” chance of plunging into recession in the near future and a “below average” likelihood during the next 3 years. Goldman economist Daan Struyven modeled the current run, which is just 10 […]
Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Stock: Again, calling it at 200+ $RACE Target price: 210.00 Recent price: 140.19 Frame: 6 to 12 months There is significant evidence that demand for Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Supercars far exceeds the supply. For example, a buyer cannot just walk into a Ferrari dealer buy and drive off with a brand-new car on the […]
Short-Term Recession Risks for US Are Not High $DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX The US economy does not face a large chance of a recession in the next 2 years and the Fed plans to keep gradually raising interest rates, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell said Thursday. Asked whether the narrowing gap between short-term and long-term […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Test Detects Early Signs of Dementia New artificial intelligence test can detect the early signs of dementia, Japanese researchers revealed, and could help medical professionals diagnose and provide clinical treatment for their patients. Currently, the most common tool for picking up dementia-related diseases is medical imaging, but this method can only make […]
Many Americans With Diabetes Do Not Know It It’s estimated more than 30% of American adults with diabetes don’t realize they are suffering from this potentially deadly disease. Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey show about 1 American in 7 suffered from diabetes between Ys 2013 and 2016, with the prevalence of diagnosed diabetes at […]
Cryptocurrencies are Becoming More Stable $BTC, $ETH Let’s examines Key factors in the growth of the cryptocurrency industry, and what regulators are doing to mitigate the risks It is an encouraging sign that the cryptocurrency community and regulators have been quick to evolve and respond to risks that have been identified in the market. For […]
8 hours of Sleep Makes a Difference, Sleep Deprivation Can Kill You $AMZN, $TSLA Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) CEO Jeff Bezos, 54 anni, emphasized the importance of getting a full night’s sleep during an interview at the Economic Club of Washington, DC. Mr. Bezos told The Carlyle Group co-founder David Rubenstein Thursday night that sleep is a […]
Gold Dips on News of Resumed US-China Trade Talks $GLD, $SLV, $USD Gold pared gains as China became a focus point again The possible progress in the trade dispute pressured the USD. Gold prices dipped Thursday as investors purchased riskier assets instead of seeking a safe-haven in gold, on news a new round of US-China […]
Cryptocurrency Prices May Be Headed Higher $BTCUSD,$ETHUSD Cryptocurrencies seem to make recoveries when all hope lost, and Thursday’s price action of the world’s 2nd largest cryptocurrency, Ether (ETH) and many others is no exception. Several of the Top 10 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization are reporting 24-hour gainers above 10%, including monero (XMR), litecoin (LTC), and […]
Until There are Clear and Present Regulated Guidelines Cryptocurrency will Not be a Robust, Legitimate Asset Class $BTCUSD,$CME, $Cboe There is and has been talk on The Street about financial institutions adding crypto services to their offerings, raising new funds for digital currencies, and even launching dedicated trading desks. But until institutional investors have a regulated, […]
Medical Cannabis Effective in Treating a Wide Range of Health Conditions Utilizing new mobile application technology, researchers at The University of New Mexico found that medical cannabis provides immediate symptom relief across dozens of health symptoms with relatively minimal negative side effects. In 2 recent studies titled, “Patient-Reported Symptom Relief Following Medical Cannabis Consumption,” and […]
USD Higher on Continuing Trade Tensions $USD, $AUD, $EUR, $JPY, $CNY Friday, US President Donald Trump warned that he is ready to slap tariffs on virtually all Chinese imports into the United States, threatening duties on another $267-B of goods in addition to the $200-B already facing the risk of duties. The US Dollar (.DXY) […]
Intermittent Fasting Promotes General Health and Longevity There is lots of research showing that fasting has a beneficial impact on longevity, and there are a number of mechanisms contributing to this effect. Normalizing insulin sensitivity is a Key one, but fasting also inhibits the mTOR pathway, which plays an important part in driving the aging […]
President Trump’s Mexico Trade Deal a Look at the Future President Donald Trump has sidestepped conventional processes, protocols and procedures in trade negociations Last Monday, the US reached a preliminary trade agreement with Mexico that addresses several American grievances. A similar deal with Canada may also to be on track. These breakthroughs, combined with an easing […]
Eat Your Way to Good Health, Today and Everyday Every day, you can make cancer-fighting choices. In a given day, there is a lot we cannot control, like the weather and traffic. And there is a lot that we can. What we do, and do not do, on a regular basis adds up and can […]
Alcohol In Any Amounts Poses Serious Health Risks Just 1 drink a day is to much Alcohol consumption is responsible for 2.8-M deaths per year across the globe, with cancer the leading cause of alcohol-related death among people aged 50 years and older, warn researchers, who also emphasize that there is no safe level of […]
Get Happy, Be Happy, Live Longer New research reveals that happy older people may live longer than their peers who are not as satisfied with life, suggesting that activities and programs aimed at maintaining or improving happiness may be beneficial for increasing life expectancy among seniors. Carried out by researchers at Duke-NUS Medical School in […]
Global Investors Buying US Stocks, S&P 500 at Record Highs $DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX Global Investors bought into US stocks this week which set their longest-ever market rally. That action declared the end of a “tsunami” of tech fund inflows which have driven the market higher, noting tiny inflows of $0.1-B this week after […]
“Would you like Fries with that?” $MCD Fried Potatoes May Increase Your Risk of Death McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) has sold millions more fries each year with the simple question, “Would you like fries with that?” This simple technique has contributed to ever increasing waistlines for their customers. Now, researchers have found those who eat fried potatoes […]
‘Bad Cholesterol’ Tied to Early Death for Healthy People A new US study suggests that healthy adults who do not keep their LDL-C, or “bad cholesterol,” in check are more likely to die prematurely from cardiovascular disease than peers with lower cholesterol levels. Researchers examined data on 36,375 adults with no history of heart disease […]
California’s OEHHA is Moving to Prevent Cancer Warning on Coffee The State of California is set to have a public hearing this week over a proposal that would declare coffee poses “no significant risk of cancer.” The hearing in Sacramento may bring to an end the lengthy, statewide debate that began in Y 2010 when a […]
Travel Etiquette: What We All Should Know and Practice Travel is a super experience, but there is an unwritten set of rules governing the travelers behavior. From the expectations of other tourists to ingrained traditions and customs of the country or region we are visiting, and we do not want to offend. To avoid making […]
Living Near Busy Streets and Roads ‘leaves people at risk of heart damage’ Living near a pollution-spewing busy road leaves people more likely to show signs of heart damage, a study has found. The study of 4,000 Brits shows those exposed to vehicle exhaust fumes have changes in the structure of the heart similar to […]
Caution: Sitting for Prolonged Periods of Time Can Be Deadly Studies show that the average US adult spends 9 to 12 hours each day sitting, and a 60-min workout cannot counteract the effects of this level of inactivity. Sitting is not inherently dangerous. The danger is in the amount of time you spend sitting. Brief periods of […]