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This Supplement Could Slow Aging, Reduce Inflammation, and Protect You From Cancer and Diabetes
The spice saffron has long been lauded for its delicious taste and scores of health benefits. But within it, an incredible compound called crocin is working overtime to rid the body of inflammation, prevent long-term health conditions, and more. Here’s what you need to know. What is crocin? Crocin is a truly remarkable compound. It’s…
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8 Home Remedies for Knee Pain That Really Work
When it comes to knee pain remedies at home, you don’t have to look far to find solutions that can really help. And whether you’re dealing with chronic knee pain or are a first-time sufferer, you’re in good company: Knee pain makes up more than 33 percent of all doctors’ visits for muscle and joint…
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Your Sleeping Position Says a Lot About Your Relationship
A dream is a wish your heart makes when you’re asleep, so it makes sense that the positions you and your partner sleep in say a lot about how you really feel about each other. From spooning to sleeping back-to-back, experts say that our sleep body language is the ultimate way to assess what’s going…
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Eating a Bar of Milk Chocolate at This Time Burns Fat and Lowers Blood Sugar, Study Suggests
After a certain age, keeping ourselves in good health seems to be a little bit harder. From rising blood sugar to a more-pronounced muffin top, sometimes it feels very doom and gloom. But a new study has some great news for post-menopausal women: Eating chocolate may help you burn fat and lower blood sugar. And…
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Your Blood Pressure Might Be Higher at the Doctor’s Office — And That’s Dangerous
At first glance, white coat hypertension — a condition in which a person’s blood pressure rises at the doctor’s office — may not seem like a big deal. After all, who doesn’t get a little more stressed or anxious right before going in for an appointment? But recent research shows that this well-known condition —…
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5 Ways to Increase ‘Good’ Cholesterol — and Decrease Your Risk of Catching Covid-19
You probably already know that keeping cholesterol in check significantly lowers the risk of a heart attack or stroke. Now there’s even more reason to pay attention to your cholesterol: A new report by the Scripps Institute reveals it may also lower the risk of catching COVID-19! Study author Scott B. Hansen, Ph.D., says now’s…
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What You Should Be Eating to Fight Muscle Loss as You Age
Trying to stay in shape in general is tough, but once passing 50, the odds can seem like they’re stacked against us. Sarcopenia, a condition in which the body starts to naturally lose muscle tissue as we age, can seem unavoidable and a little scary. But there are a few ways to fight muscle loss…
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This Easy Eye Exercise Can Protect Against Age-Related Vision Loss — And It Takes Seconds to Do
We’re constantly looking at our phones and other devices these days, which can lead to digital eye strain (DES) and symptoms like dry eye, headaches, and irritation. Thankfully, a simple, expert-approved exercise that just takes seconds can help protect your eye health and slow down signs of age-related vision loss! Robert C. Layman, OD, President…
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Why You Might Have Swollen Feet and Ankles
There are numerous possible reasons for swelling in the legs and feet, so if it’s been an on-going problem it’s worth seeing your GP to rule out anything serious. Here are some of the more common causes: Over-doing Things If you’ve been walking or standing for a long period of time, you may get “dependent”…
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Spring Forward! These 5 Guided Meditations Will Get You Energized and Motivated
Spring already? Well, not quite. But the clocks sprung forward, and that means we’re well on our way. While we may have lost one precious hour of sleep on the clock this morning, recovering your energy and motivation with a meditation practice is great way to welcome the new season. This week, it might be…