Posted on: June 2, 2015 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

The fat that helps the brain fight Alzheimer’s disease

Once Alzheimer’s disease starts destroying your memory, the process can’t be reversed as of yet. But researchers at the University of Illinois have found that a beneficial fat can boost brain power in people at risk for dementia, Alzheimer’s and other brain wasting conditions. The study shows that if you’re not getting fish oil from fish or supplements, you’re taking a big gamble with your brain. The Illinois study of…

Posted on: June 1, 2015 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Four easy cleanses flush toxins and fix digestion

When I began hearing testimonials from my patients about how their skin cleared, their joint health improved, their headaches went away, and their energy levels increased, I became sold on cleansing as a God-given tool to create health when there is illness. The cells of nearly every tissue of your body undergo a molecular change when you go on a cleanse. You’ll release waste material that you introduced into your…

Posted on: June 1, 2015 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

A big clue to your heart health is “resting” in your wrist

I want you to do something for me … and be honest about the result. Sit quietly for a few minutes until your heart is beating nice and steadily as you relax. I’m not trying to trick you into meditating, I promise. Now, put a finger to the veins on your wrist, and count the heartbeats. Don’t slow the count or you’ll only be fooling yourself. Use real seconds. Count…

Posted on: June 1, 2015 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

In the kitchen with Kelley: Avocado and onion salad

Claim your FREE copy of Doctor’s Inside Secrets for Natural Cleansing and Detoxification and your FREE subscription to Easy Health Digest™ when you sign up today! Where I live, it is not uncommon for temperatures to hit the 80 degree mark in April and stay that high until October. It’s hot, and most days it’s humid. And I hate to be hot. So I look for ways to make myself…

Posted on: June 1, 2015 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

The yummy fatty food that improves cholesterol

The esteemed members of the medical establishment often obsess over statin drugs and a low-fat diet as their choices for bettering heart health. But a little fatty treat turns out to be one of the best things you can consume for your heart and arteries. If you want to avert heart problems, you should be eating avocados. We’ve previously showed you how including avocado with a meal lowers inflammation in…

Posted on: May 30, 2015 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

The paleo way to eat sugar safely

I admit it, I have a sweet tooth. But I’ve discovered that on the paleo diet I can consume sugar in a way that improves my health, it doesn’t trash it. I get my sweets by eating the right kind of fruit. Not just any kind of fruit, but fruit that contains natural chemicals that offset the possible harm that fructose (fruit sugar) may cause. Turns out, that even though all…

Posted on: May 29, 2015 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Seven steps help you lock in the fun of exercise

My son Spencer eats and breathes soccer. He’s been competing for 10 years now, and he prides himself on playing his best, which makes me proud. But the thing that amazes me when I when I watch him play it appears he never tires during games. Soccer is among the most arduous of the major sports because you never stop. It’s jog, sprint, run, repeat. But his focused determination allows…

Posted on: May 29, 2015 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

To prevent strokes and live longer, get a good grip

How’s your handshaking technique? Firm? Weak? So-so? According to researchers at McMaster University in Canada, your grip on others says a lot about your lifespan and health. If you have a weak grip and a limp handshake, say the scientists, you have a significantly higher chance of heart attack or stroke and dying sooner than someone who can grasp things strongly. The McMaster four-year study analyzed the grip strength and…

Posted on: May 29, 2015 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Prepping for surgery? Take vitamin D3 supplements

A review of multiple studies on vitamin D3 status and surgical recovery has found that adequate levels of vitamin D3 pre-surgery reduces the chance of post-surgery complications, including infections. I have been telling my readers this for years. It’s good to see it beginning to make the rounds in mainstream medicine. From the review, “Patient Safety In Surgery”: “The main finding of the present review is that 26 of 31…

Posted on: May 29, 2015 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

One minute “toss and catch” for whole body fitness

Medicine ball training is a dynamic way to develop strength, stability, balance, explosive power, whole body endurance, and physical control. Last week’s video showed a solo exercise for upper body strength and spinal health. In today’s video article MMA trainer Alan Orr shows you how to toss and catch the medicine ball with a partner, in a specific way that develop whole body, synergistic power and strength. This is great…