Posted on: March 25, 2026 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

New statin guidelines shock even the medical community

The 2026 cholesterol management guideline just published by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) sent a shockwave through the medical community. Under these new standards, millions more Americans now fall into the “at-risk” category — making them eligible for cholesterol-lowering drugs… as early as age 30. While statins are effective and affordable, the prospect of 50+ years of daily medication is a daunting proposition. Peak PS™…

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Posted on: March 24, 2026 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

The ultra-processed food link to weak bones and hip fracture

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrially formulated products, mostly made from substances extracted from foods, derived from food components or synthesized in a laboratory. They’re also designed to make you want to eat more of them. Then they’re packed with additives, including high amounts of salt, non-nutritive sweeteners, unhealthy fats, emulsifiers, preservatives, bulking or anti-caking agents and artificial colors. They’re energy-dense but practically devoid of any whole-food ingredients. And they’re a…

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Posted on: March 24, 2026 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Antihistamines or matcha tea for allergy relief?

I’ve had allergic rhinitis, better known as hay fever, since I was a little girl. Every August through early October, my life has been ruled by sneezes that wrack my body and leave me utterly exhausted. I’ve managed to find antihistamines that temper this, and that don’t put me to sleep. But now I’m learning that a drink I’ve never tried, one that’s good for me in other ways, too,…

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Posted on: March 21, 2026 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Why avocados and mangoes are a heart-healthy combination

If you’ve ever seen me compose a salad for myself, you know that I routinely include avocado. A WHOLE avocado. I also consider the taste of a perfectly ripened mango as one of the most amazing flavors I have ever come across.   Imagine my delight when a recent study showed that my choices are not only delicious — but exceptionally smart!   The study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association has found…

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Posted on: March 20, 2026 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Microplastics: The hidden prostate cancer contributor

Plastic is everywhere. Over time, it breaks down into microscopic fragments known as microplastics. For years, scientists have known these particles are small enough to enter the human body. Now we have begun to see the damage that occurs when that happens… They have been found inside blood clots, where they’ve been linked to heart problems and heart failure. They can cross the blood-brain barrier and lead to cognitive decline.…

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Posted on: March 19, 2026 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Age-related decline inevitable? Study proves attitude plays big role

Some things are said to get better with age: wine and cheese, for example. But human beings? Our muscle volume decreases, our cognition declines, our energy tanks and our risk of certain conditions, especially the so-called disease of aging, spikes. No wonder the prospect of aging paints a very negative picture. But is age-related decline an inevitable fact of life? Are we looking at it the wrong way? And there’s…

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Posted on: March 18, 2026 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Tyrosine: A nootropic that may shorten men’s lives

The other day, my husband confided in me… He’s feeling a little less sharp than he used to… says his memory isn’t what it used to be, and that he finds it harder to focus when he’s working on a complicated task. Like most of us, he needs a little something to give him that cognitive boost we all need at some time or another. So, given my background, I’ve…

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Posted on: March 17, 2026 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

The coffee compounds challenging diabetes drugs

Functional foods are no longer a fringe idea. They’re foods that do more than fill you up — they help your body work better. You’re already familiar with some of the most powerful examples: Now coffee — one of the most consumed beverages in the world — may be joining that list in a whole new way. And it’s not the first time it’s been linked to better health… Research…

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Posted on: March 17, 2026 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Simple solution reduces Crohn’s symptoms by 40%

If you have Crohn’s disease, it can seem as if your daily life revolves around uncertainty. One day may feel manageable, while the next brings abdominal pain, fatigue, or urgent trips to the bathroom. Even with medication, symptoms can flare unpredictably. And you could spend years trying to identify foods that trigger discomfort, adjusting your diet in hopes of finding relief. Luckily, new hope is on the horizon with research…

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Posted on: March 17, 2026 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Music helped tame aggression in laryngeal cancer cells

What happens when the symptom of a disease is also the very thing that makes the disease worse? The disease becomes self-perpetuating. In other words, the worse it gets …. the worse it gets. Such is the case with one of the most common cancers of the head and neck. What if there were a way to reverse those symptoms? Would it weaken the cancer? That’s the question researchers tried…

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