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Researchers around the world are racing to come up with treatments for COVID-19 before more people lose their lives to this devastating virus. The problem is, new treatments take a long time to develop and test. So, why not turn to some of the drugs we’ve already developed to treat other viruses? Viral diseases have been a part of the human experience pretty much as long as there has been…
There’s no denying that junk food contributes to disease-causing inflammation. One recent study found that within a few days of eating junking food regularly, brain cells become inflamed. Another study found that the immune system perceives fast food as a threat similar to a bacterial infection and sends out its immune defenders. The only problem is, there are no bacteria to defend against, and this unnecessary immune response triggers chronic…
Most of us don’t think twice when we click our gas stoves on to cook up something tasty. But maybe we should… Gas stoves are a major source of indoor air pollution. In fact, they’re likely exposing millions of Americans to indoor air pollution levels so high they would be illegal if they were outside. And this exposure could be contributing to everything from asthma to heart disease to cancer.…
Next time you have a glass of red wine with dinner, make a toast to a healthier heart. When you bite into that chunk of dark chocolate, think to yourself, “Here’s to lowering my cholesterol!” That’s right! Believe it or not, there’s something in both of those indulgences that protects you from high blood pressure and heart disease, balances your blood sugar and keeps your brain sharp. Polyphenols are natural…
Feeling anxious, down or lonely in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic? If so, you’re not alone. According to experts, the percentage of Americans suffering from anxiety and depression may have tripled since the lockdown started. And it’s easy to see why… On top of the worry that you may yourself contract COVID-19, you’re also faced with the isolation of social distancing and wondering whether you’ll be able to safely…
It’s pretty clear that, right about now, your immune system is your best friend, and it should be treated with loving care. It’s the best defense any of us have against respiratory and other illnesses that will make us a sitting duck for a COVID-19 infection, should we come in contact with the virus. And of course, if you do become exposed to the virus, your immune system is on…
Green tea is the holy grail of healthy beverages. It’s been linked to better brain health, decreased cancer risk, faster metabolism and lower risk of type 2 diabetes. With all the hype around green tea’s health benefits, it’s tempting to sip on the stuff all day, every day. But it turns out that drinking too much of this typically healthy beverage comes with a few potential side effects… including one…
We all know that high blood pressure and heart disease go hand in hand. And while most of us have our blood pressure checked at our doctor’s office, it could be important to check your blood pressure at home, especially during and after exercise. In fact, a new study has discovered that if your blood pressure goes up with physical activity — or doesn’t bounce back during recovery — it…
Most people who get a virus later recover with no long-term problems. This is true even for COVID-19, the coronavirus that has spread across the entire globe and stolen countless lives. But not everyone’s immune system is capable of fighting back and winning. New research has discovered how viruses gain a foothold in the body… and what could be the Achilles’ heel that allows us to defeat coronavirus for good.…
I don’t know about you, but I’m getting ready for smoothie season! I know some people drink them all year, but winter where I live is way too cold for me to really enjoy an ice-cold smoothie. But spring has finally arrived in Maine. Windows are open, and it’s warm (most of the time, and if you stand in the sun!). Right now, I’m focusing on superfood combinations that can…