US Researchers Turn to Canada for Quality Cannabis Extracts $TLRY, $GWPH The US government has approved the importation of marijuana extracts from Canada for a clinical trial, highlighting a new path for American researchers who have trouble obtaining the drug for medical studies. The University of California San Diego’s Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research announced […]
Fasting: The Way to Good Health Research from the University of Southern California has found that a 3-day fast can regenerate the entire human immune system. This remarkable and major breakthrough points to a straightforward and low-cost way to improve health and well-being. Fasting, abstaining from all or some foods or drinks for a set […]
Why People Put Things Off… The inclination to delay things rather than get right to work on them may be hardwired into some people’s brains, and not the product of a flawed character, German researchers suggest. The findings come from brain scans of 264 men and women. MRIs revealed that a brain region involved in […]
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 […]
Control Your Breathing, Calm Your Brain The way we breathe, fast, slow, shallow or deep is intricately tied to our body as a whole, sending messages that affect y mood, stress and the immune system. Breathing is easily ignored, and revered at the same time. It is instinctual to advise someone to “take a deep breath” […]
“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 […]
Exercise is Good, Too Much Exercise is Not Good for Psychological Wellbeing A study in the United States has found that people who exercise several times a week report having better mental health than those who take no exercise, with team sports and those involving social groups having the most positive effect. The research also […]
Smokers Better off Stopping, Even if They Gain Weight If you quit smoking and gain weight, it may seem like you are trading 1 health problems for another. But a new US study finds you are better off stopping smoking in the long run even with the weight gain. Compared with smokers, even the quitters […]
e-Cigarettes More Harmful Than Thought e-Cigarettes may be more harmful to your health than was previously thought, a new study published Monday revealed. While Vaping has regularly been touted as a safer alternative to cigarette smoking, emerging research is starting to show a different picture. Most recently, the small experimental study published in the journal Thorax by […]
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 […]
Fish: The Ultimate Superfood People have been eating fish since the dawn of man. It has been a staple for people in every area where fish can swim and has without a doubt been one of the foods that has kept people alive. Fish is a lean protein, with vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and numerous […]
The Mediterranean Diet May Add Years to Our Lives The Key is in the antioxidants. If there is 1 way of eating that always lays claim as one of the healthiest, it’s the Mediterranean diet. Experts continue to praise eating plenty of olive oil, plant foods, fish and red wine. The number of positive studies over […]
When it Comes to Food Always Chose Quality Over Quantity It is very important to know that not all protein is created equal. For heart health, experts say the Key is moderation and choosing wisely. “Very high intake of meat, especially processed red meat, is not good for overall health,” said Dr. Jyrki Virtanen, author […]
Dogs and Cats Require Real Food Diets for Long Healthy Lives During exercise, a dog’s body produces lots of free radicals, the same things happens in humans It seems counter-intuitive, because it does not make sense that exercise, which is good for the body, triggers the production of lots of DNA-damaging molecules as a byproduct. […]
The Big Q: What is So Great About Organic Coffee? The Key thing for coffee lovers is that their attachment to their cup of Java is even better for them after age 45. A 10-year study presented recently at the European Society of Cardiology Congress in Barcelona, Spain showed that people who drank 4 cups […]
Be Open to Nature, It is Really Healthy A huge study involving data from more than 140 studies and 290-M people revealed that exposure to green-space, defined as open, undeveloped land with natural vegetation, led to significant health benefits Reductions in diastolic blood pressure, you know the bottom number, salivary cortisol, a physiological marker of […]
After a Heart Attack, Back to Work is Good Medicine Get out and contribute agaim Returning to work after a heart attack often requires patients to clear unexpected psychological hurdles in addition to the physical ones they already face. But the effort could pay off. Research suggests going back to work can be critical to […]
Boosting Your Immune System as You Age Is Key Our immune system is challenged as the years go by. Diversity among disease-fighting T- and B-cells declines; our innate immunity, meaning protection provided by our skin, sweat and tears, and a general inflammatory response changes and we develop inflammaging. Inflammaging is the accumulation of inflammatory mediators […]
Processed Meats Are Not Good for Us Period! Processed meats may lead to higher risk of mania, a mood disorder, according to new research by Johns Hopkins University. Data from more than 1,000 people with and without psychiatric problems showed those hospitalized for mania (hyperactivity, euphoria, and insomnia) were 3.5X more likely to have ever […]
American’s Dying from Drinking and Obesity is Alarming Since Y 2009, a growing number of Americans have died from liver disease and liver cancer. The increase among those 25- to 34 anni is especially troubling because the deaths are due to cirrhosis, a disease caused by excessive drinking of alcohol, the authors of a new […]
An Orange a Day Keeps Blindness Away Eating just 1 Orange a day may help stop macular degeneration, a major cause of blindness, according to a new study. Researchers who interviewed more than 2,000 adults 50 anni and above, and followed them over a 15-yr frame, found those who regularly eat Qranges are less likely […]
Running: The Benefits Vs The Risks Knowing the benefits and risks of any activity helps you take advantage of the 1st and avoid the 2nd. Like other forms of exercise, running has the potential to help you maintain a healthy weight, balance your insulin and leptin receptors, relieve stress and boost your self-confidence. Running can […]
Green Tea for Heart and Brain Health High green tea contain polyphenol antioxidants recognized for their disease prevention and anti-aging properties. Polyphenols can account for up to 30% of the dry leaf weight of green tea. Within the group of polyphenols are flavonoids, which contain catechins. And 1 of the most powerful catechins is epigallocatechin-3-gallate […]
Get Out of Bed on Purpose! Research has found that people who are naturally early to bed and early to rise may have a lower risk of depression than those who are night owls. This research is the largest and most detailed observational study yet to look at the link between chronotype, an individual’s own […]
Children’s Bad Behavior Linked to “Technoference” Eat healthy, Be healthy, Live lively, Tune out the Noise New US research has found that parents who spend a lot of time on their phones or watching TV during family meals, playtime, and bedtime are likely contributing to their children’s bad behavior. Carried out by researchers at Illinois […]
Change Lifestyle, Slash Blood Pressure Fast Lifestyle changes lower blood pressure as effectively as Rx medication. Changing lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise can slash blood pressure in just 14 days, a new study presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition says. “I’ve been using lifestyle changes to lower blood […]
Sleeping in on the Weekends May Compensate for Short Weekday Sleep Weekends dedicated to sleeping in could reap real health benefits and lead to a longer lifespan, according to a new study. Past research has found that lack of sleep can increase one’s risk of death, but the latest study, published in the Journal of Sleep […]
Now, an Egg a Day May Reduce Risk of Heart Disease and Stroke Since the 1960’s, experts warned that eating eggs raises levels of unhealthy cholesterol. But a study released Tuesday said an egg a day may actually reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Its authors claimed that Chinese adults who ate an […]
Our Dogs Want Us to Talk to Them Many parents naturally adopt a high-pitched tone of voice, otherwise known as baby talk, when speaking to their infants, and doing so is thought to improve bonding as well as language acquisition for the baby. It turns out the very similar tone many doggy parents use when […]
Alzheimer’s Linked to High Sugar Diet, Diabetes and Lack of Sleep Insulin is usually associated with its role in keeping blood-sugar levels in a healthy range, it also plays a role in brain signaling. In 1 animal study, when researchers disrupted the proper signaling of insulin in the brain, they were able to induce many […]
Dark Roasted Coffee, ‘The Health Benefits’ Coffee may be the # 1 source of antioxidants in the US diet. Levels of acrylamide, the ingredient California wants to protect drinkers from, in coffee are influenced by the raw materials and the manufacturing process. Coffee beans are dried, roasted and ground before being brewed into coffee. Once the […]
Drinking Too Much Alcohol May Shave Years off of Lives A new international study says, that drinking more than 1 alcoholic beverage a day can take years off your life, The study found that people who down more than 7 drinks a week can expect to die sooner than those who drink less. “What this […]
The Link Between High Sugar Intake and Diabetes is Strong The link between sugar and diabetes is strong. A diet high in sugar can also damage the brain. The Nurses’ Health Study, which followed more than 90,000 women for 8 years, found that those who drank at least 1 sugar-sweetened drink each day were almost […]
Some Uncommon Causes for High Blood Pressure If you have been diagnosed with hypertension, aka high blood pressure, you are not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), high blood pressure affects 33% if adult Americans, but many people do not even know it. The exact causes of hypertension are puzzling […]
Meditation Benefits Physical and Mental Health A new study looking at the long-term effects of meditation has found that those who follow the practice can benefit from improvements in their attention for up to 7 years. Led by researchers at the University of California, Davis, Center for Mind and Brain, the study is based on […]
Real Food is the Key to Good Brain Health A wholesome (real food) diet is the Key to good health. The USDA recommends a wide variety of foods, including dark green, red, and orange vegetables, whole fruits, and protein foods, such as grass fed beef. But some foods, in addition to being healthy for the […]
Daily Exercise is Necessary and Needed for Good Health A pattern of lifelong exercise is believed to contribute to our ability to retain healthy levels of muscle mass, muscle strength, body fat and cholesterol as we age New research underscores the value of and need of the human body has for regular exercise. In one […]
A Gender Bending Chemical is Found in Nearly 90% of Teens Independent studies demonstrate negative effects of BPA and other toxins in the body, but governmental agencies and manufacturers appear unwilling to protect your health So, it is your responsibility to protect yourself from air, water and food contaminants Bisphenol-A (BPA) was 1st created by […]
The Link Between Food and Mood Recent research looking at the effects of the antihypertensive diet on mental health concluded this kind of dietary pattern, which is low in sugar and high in fresh fruits and vegetables, can help reduce the risk of depression in many people especially seniors. Overall, people who followed the DASH diet […]
US Businesses Now Open to Hiring More Than 6-M Workers $DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $VXX US employers ramped up their demand for workers in January, advertising 6.3-M jobs at the end of the month, the most on records dating back 17 years. The Labor Department says the number of job opening soared 645,000 in January, the largest 1-month […]
Smoking Marijuana Linked to Major Heart Health Issues A major new study reveals that smoking marijuana dramatically increases one’s risk of suffering a heart attack and other cardiovascular events. The study authors, along with Top cardiologists across the country, are calling for more research into the use of medicinal and recreational cannabis in light of […]
Vitamin D Can Ward Off Risk of Heart Disease High doses of vitamin D seem to keep arteries more flexible and pliable, potentially warding off future heart disease, heart attacks and strokes, preliminary research suggests. In just 4 months, vitamin D supplements reduced arterial stiffness in a group of 70 young black men and women, […]
CBD Shows Promise as New Treatment for Psychosis An ingredient in cannabis called cannabidiol (CBD) has shown promise in a clinical trial as a potential new treatment for psychosis, scientists said in a report last Friday. Scientists conducted a small trial of people with psychosis and found patients treated with CBD had lower levels of […]
Good Read: Aging Backwards, by Miranda Esmonde-White “A sedentary lifestyle — too much time spent on couches or at desks and not enough movement — is the most common trigger for muscular atrophy. When we move our muscles as little as possible, with a sedentary lifestyle, we turn down our furnaces and literally cause our muscles to atrophy. When […]
The Rates of Deaths Among People Hospitalized for Opioids Rising People who are hospitalized for opioids, including Rx painkillers and heroin are 4X more likely to die than they were 15 years ago, a US study said Monday. White people who are over 50 anni, and have lower incomes are the hardest hit by the […]
Taking Sauna’s Regularly Can Improve Health Saunas have been used for thousands of years, for both religious ceremonies and health, in cultures as far apart as Mayan and Finnish. Saunas are small rooms which provide either moist (Turkish-style) or dry heat (traditional Finnish) and allow the body to sweat deeply. In modern Finland, about 33% […]
It Is No Secret, Sugar Can Kill People Major industries have and continue to devoted huge financial resources to shaping scientific debates that may threaten profits. Prime example: Big Tobacco pushing back on how smoking kills people. This corporate strategy of subsidizing scientists, lobbyists and researchers to present results putting the products in the good light […]
Eat Healthy To Age Well A healthy diet may very well translate into a healthier old age. The scientists followed close to 1,000 men and women in England, who were born in March 1946, throughout their adulthood. Those people who ate more fruits, vegetables and whole-grain cereals, and fewer highly processed foods throughout adulthood did […]
Letting Our Minds ‘Wander’ is Healthy Having a wandering mind may not be a bad thing according to a new study, which suggests that daydreaming can actually be a sign of a smart, creative, and more efficient brain. The study carried out by the Georgia Institute of Technology in the US city of Atlanta analyzed […]
Relax, Living Near a Forest is Good for the Brain Residing close to nature has a positive effect on our mental health and well-being. New research suggests that living near nature can have a positive effect on the brains of city dwellers and especially on the amygdala, a part of the brain important for processing […]
Pollution is Deadlier Than Wars, Disasters and Hunger India is perhaps the dirtiest and most polluted nation on the Planet Environmental pollution is killing more people every year than all war and violence in the world. More than smoking, hunger or natural disasters. More than AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria combined. 1 out of every 6 […]
Americans are Taking Too Much Medication From children to seniors, every American age group is at risk for being diagnosed with a condition they may not actually have, and being prescribed medications they do not need. Americans live in a very a very litigious environment Attorneys advertise for clients who may have had a missed […]
Olive Oil Enriched Dark Chocolate for Improved Heart Health Dark chocolate combined with olive oil lowers the odds of developing cardiovascular disease, says a new Italian study. “A healthy diet is known to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease,” said lead author Dr. Rossella Di Stefano, a cardiologist at the University of Pisa, Italy. “Fruits […]
Mounting Evidence, “Coffee Helps One Live Longer” A new large-scale study reveals for for the 1st time that Mediterranean coffee drinkers benefit from a lower risk of death. Coffee is of the most widely consumed drinks in the world, and previous studies have found numerous health benefits of drinking coffee, including a reduced risk of […]
Medical Marijuana Update NIH awards a grant to study marijuana and opioid addiction, the head of the NBA hints at a more relaxed approach to pot, Utah activists are ready to begin signature-gathering for a medical marijuana initiative, and more. NationalLast Wednesday, the NIH awarded a grant to study marijuana and opioid addiction. The National […]
Dog Owners are Likely to Exercise Regularly Dog owners who walk their pets outside are more likely to have regular exercise habits, regardless of weather, according to a new study. Regular dog walkers were more active on days with cold, rainy weather, and on days with the worst weather conditions, they had 20% higher activity […]
Stress and Anxiety in The Digital Age $GOOG, $AAPL, $FB, $SNAP In this Digital Age the Internet has put connecting with friends, colleagues, partners associates, partners, and lots of other good stuff at our fingertips.. However, while digital connections have a clear advantages, “digital dependence” does not. Dependence on digital communication presents several physical and […]
The Data is Out, America Is Now a ‘2nd Tier’ Country Some 17 others outperform the US by a wide margin when it comes to well-being, that in part thanks to former President Barack Hussein Obama America leads the world with access to higher education. But, when it comes to health, environmental protection, and fighting discrimination, it […]
Real Food Will Help Win the “Battle of the Bulge” Summer is almost here, and many dread bathing suit season because they have packed on pounds, especially around the mid-section. Fact: You will not get those washboard abs by doing sit-ups, say experts. Abs are made in the kitchen, not in the gym, as the […]
Low Dose Aspirin May Reduce Certain Cancer Risks An American study, a low daily dose of Aspirin could reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancer or dying from the disease. The research was recently presented at the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research in Washington, DC. Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital and […]
US EPA Accused of Helping Monsanto (NYSE:MON) Cause Cancers in Consumers $MON, $SMG, $DOW 800+ people with cancer are suing Monsanto (NYSE:MON), the maker of Roundup, claiming the glyphosate-based herbicide made them sick, and the company did little to warn the consumers, despite full well knowing cancer risks existed. In Y 2015, glyphosate, the active […]
Coffee, a Wonderful Natural Medicine, Drink it Black, No Sugar Coffee could be an important weapon in the fight against liver cancer, and the more you drink, the lower your risk, says a British study published in BMJ open. Researchers from the University of Southampton and the University of Edinburgh examined data from 26 studies […]
Lack of Sleep Can Lead to Heart Disease and Stroke Not getting enough sleep can 2X the chances of dying from heart disease or stroke, particularly in people with risk factors like diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure and cholesterol, US researchers said Wednesday. The findings in the Journal of the American Heart Association were based […]
Italian Style Coffee Lowers Risk of Prostate Cancer New European research, published this week in the International Journal of Cancer, has added to the growing body of evidence that Coffee can have a protective effect against prostate cancer. Carried out by the Department of Epidemiology and Prevention – I.R.C.C.S. Neuromed, Italy, in collaboration with the […]
A Glass of Wine, a Pint of Beer May be Heart Healthy Having a drink of wine or beer daily may help protect one’s heart against disease, a large-scale study suggests. But drinking alcohol to excess can increase your risk for a variety of heart problems, the study showed. Researchers tracked more than 1.9-M healthy […]
‘Healthy’ Obese Face Higher Heart Attack Risk Even without high blood pressure or other signs of illness, obese adults have a much higher risk of developing heart disease than normal-weight peers, according to a new study from Denmark. The results contradict recent research suggesting a subgroup of obese individuals known as “metabolically healthy obese” may […]
Some Dogs Were Born to Run Recently, researchers from the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz conducted a study of energy use in dogs. Interestingly, they started their endeavor with the simple goal of calibrating a special collar they developed to study how Wolves use energy. They decided to […]
Blood Test Can Now Predict Risk for Heart Attack Blood clots are responsible for the most heart attacks and strokes It is very concerning when what appears to be a very healthy person suffers a heart attack or stroke, but a new blood test may pick up those at risk. Cardiovascular disease means primarily heart […]
Heart Disease Begins in Adolescence and Early Adulthood Young adults with any amount of calcified plaque in their arteries are already at risk of a heart attack, a new study finds. Among those 32 to 46 years old, even a little calcified plaque aka atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries can boost the odds for […]
High Blood Pressure can Lead to Stroke, Heart Problems & Kidney Disease + $CRRVF The new study shows public health efforts to improve blood pressure control are working, but “there are still disparities that still affect minorities,” said senior author Dr. Edgar Argulian, of Mt. Sinai St. Luke’s Hospital in New York City. Treatment of […]
Heart Health Report: An Extraordinary Heart Drug in Phase 1 Trials Heart failure patients have weakened hearts, but researchers say an experimental drug used for the 1st time in humans may repair heart cells and improve heart function. According to the results of a small Phase 1 trial, a single intravenous infusion of the drug […]
Enjoy Grass Fed Prime Beef, It is Good… Before you decide not to eat that grass fed prime beef steak consider the latest study which finds that Red Meat may not contribute to heart disease. Conventional beliefs hold that Red Meat is harmful to the heart, but this new review from Purdue University finds that […]
Pessimism Can Take a Toll on Our Health According to some recent research,2,3,4 people with health anxiety have a significantly higher risk of developing heart disease compared to those who do not worry about it in the absence of any serious symptoms. In all, 7,050 people filled out questionnaires to assess their overall health, including thoughts […]
The Great Recession Is Over, and America is Running on Empty A Gallup study of US growth and productivity finds there has been NO economic recovery. “The Great Recession may be over, but America is running on empty,” writes Jim Clifton, Chairman/CEO at Gallup. The US Council on Competitiveness asked Gallup to conduct, pro bono, […]
The Health Benefits of Coffee, Tea, Wine & Beer The Big Q: What is your favorite beverage, Coffee, Tea, Wine or Beer? They all have health benefits, as long as you do not overdo any of them. Below is a breakdown on the latest research about beverages beneficial to our health, as follows Coffee Cancer. […]
The Key Reasons Children are Obese Childhood obesity has more than 2X’d in children and 4X’d in adolescents over the past 30 years, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Big Q: Why? The Big A: A study conducted by British researchers sought to find out. They discovered that some of the […]
Caffeine Not Tied to Irregular Heartbeats in Heart Failure Patients Contrary to conventional thinking, drinking high doses of caffeine might not cause the heart to beat irregularly in heart failure patients, a study showed Monday. The relationship between caffeine consumption and the triggering of arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats, has been explored for decades but remains […]
Researches Now Believe the Human Longevity Tops at 125 anni Human longevity may have hit its limit at 125 anni, according to a new study conducted by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and published in the science journal Nature nature. The average life expectancy of Americans has risen from 47 for residents born in […]
Salt Consumption Increases Risk of Early Death Conventional wisdom says too much salt is bad because it can lead to high blood pressure. And now a new 25-year study finds that salt, even just a little bit could increase your risk of premature death. The research found that if you normally have about 1.5 teaspoons […]
Smoking Marijuana Makes People Less Willing to Work for Money If you smoke Marijuana, you may be setting yourself up to be a loser. A British study found that smoking just one “Joint” of Marijuana made people less willing to work for money. It is the !st study to demonstrate the short-term effects of Harijuana […]
Eat Raspberries, They are a Superfood Studies recently released at the 2016 Experimental Biology conference in San Diego points to raspberries as a Superfood. In general, the studies found that Red raspberries have multiple health benefits ranging from fighting inflammation and boosting cardiovascular and liver function to keeping glucose levels in check. Below are the […]
JD Power’s Rates Porsche Dependability and Quality Tops $POAHY Porsche (OTCMKT:POAHY) scores at or near the Top of most research on car dependability and quality. Porsche also sells fewer cars than almost any of the other brands considered in the surveys. In JD Power 2016 US Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study, Porsche ranked […]
Expert Scientists Don’t Agree On Cancer-causing Potential of Glyphosate $MON Tuesday, one of the nation’s scientific bodies said it found no evidence that GMO crops are bad for human health. In its 400-page report the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine says its review of Key studies and years of disease data showed no […]
The Reason We Do Not Sleep Well In Strange Places A new study suggests that 1/2 of the brain remains on high alert during the 1st night of sleep in a new space. Over the course of 3 experiments on 35 young, healthy volunteers, researchers measured brain activity during 2 consecutive nights of sleep. They […]
MENA M&A Flat In Q-1 of This Year The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has recorded 13 M&A’s (mergers and acquisitions) in Q-1 of Y 2016, an unchanged number from the same frae in Y 2015, a study showed on Monday. But the total value of these deals dropped by 39.7% to US$1.5-B […]