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If you or someone you know suffers from GERD (chronic acid reflux) or stomach ulcers, you have undoubtedly been prescribed a drug known as a proton pump inhibitor. Or perhaps you’ve taken an over-the-counter PPI like Nexium or Prilosec. When I first heard the phrase “proton pump,” I imagined there was a teeny-tiny pump in the body and that these drugs shut the pump down. Not far from the truth,…
Avocados are one of the healthiest foods around. That bumpy little green package is full of vitamins and minerals that contribute to so many aspects of our health. But recently, researchers at Penn State have discovered one more way that eating avocados daily could help us live a healthier and happier life. Peak Bladder Support™ For women, age, childbirth, menopause and hormone fluctuations take a toll on healthy…
One of the most challenging parts of going through menopause is that women tend to lose interest in sex. And with good reason — for many, sex becomes painful due to a condition known as genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). GSM encompasses a collection of genital, sexual and urinary symptoms and signs associated with decreased estrogen and sex steroid levels. These include vaginal dryness, vulvar atrophy and urinary urgency or…
Diabetes is a complex disease, largely because of the myriad other health risks associated with it. If you have type 2 diabetes, your risk for heart disease, kidney disease, and nerve damage is higher. So is the risk of liver disease, including cirrhosis and liver cancer. And a recent study demonstrates that obesity skyrockets that risk. Peak Organic Superfruits™ Blend of anthocyanin-rich, organic fermented fruits — including Aronia,…
Whenever I book a hotel, I look for one that has a hot tub. To me, it’s a necessity, not a luxury. Most hotels with hot tubs also have saunas, but I prefer the hot, bubbling water of the tub. The combination of heat and water soothes my body and relaxes my mind like nothing else can. As it turns out, the time I’ve spent in hot tubs has provided…
There is no doubt that people are living longer now than they did at the beginning of the 20th century. Experts estimate that for each decade of that century, three years were added to the average human lifespan in developed countries. This means that a person born in 2000 could, on average, live 30 years longer than someone born in 1900, reaching an age of around 80. However, we may…
When we find something particularly unpleasant, we often compare it to a root canal. I’ve had a couple, and let’s just say there’s not much I find less enjoyable. Unfortunately, there is currently no better way to save a damaged or infected tooth than to undergo a root canal. So, it’s best to do everything you can to avoid having one in the first place. Of course, good dental care…
For some time now, scientists have suspected that the ketogenic diet might be the answer to managing and easing symptoms of autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis and lupus. Research has pointed to the possibility that the keto diet could calm the overactive immune system responsible for these diseases. Now, we have reason to believe this could be true. And, like so many crucial things in our bodies, it comes from…
Of the 6.2 million Americans over the age of 65 with Alzheimer’s disease, almost two-thirds are women, meaning Alzheimer’s is almost twice as common in women as in men. While the exact reason why has been a mystery, there are a couple of theories… Women tend to live longer than men, and the most significant risk factor for Alzheimer’s is age. It skyrockets in those aged 75 and older. Also,…
We’ve been conditioned to believe that once middle age hits, some things — like a slower metabolism and an expanding waistline — are inevitable. But is it true? Well, it’s not called the middle-age spread because there’s not some truth to it. But the more we understand about how that fat gets there, the better our chances are of doing something about it… Peak DIM™ If you’re having…