Health Tips
Lifestyle Changes Can Help Prevent Eye Disease
More than 2 million people suffer from age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and experts expect that number to double by 2020. Luckily there are some lifestyle and dietary changes you can make to help avoid this serious eye disorder. If you smoke, quit now… try to add more dark green vegetables into your diet… exercise and […]
Tips For Saving Calories
For those of you wanting to watch your fat and calorie intake during meals, give this a try. Instead of pouring tons of fat and calories on your salad from unhealthy dressings, serve the dressing on the side. By dipping your fork in the dressing and then stabbing your greens or fruits, you could save […]
Olive Oil Is Not Just For Cooking
For a simple and easy way to help combat dry skin, look to a common kitchen ingredient—olive oil. The essential fatty acids in the oil are not only good for your heart and brain, but can help seal moisture in your skin. Rub a small amount of extra-virgin olive oil on troublesome areas like your […]
Weather And Foods Can Trigger Headaches
Did you know that the weather can trigger your most excruciating headaches or migraines? Other triggers include red wine, perfume and food allergies. But according to a study in Neurology, every five-degree increase in the temperature increases hospital-related headache visits by 7.5 percent. Keeping a headache diary to track your individual occurrences may prove helpful. […]
Sugar Works As Antibacterial Agent
Looking for a natural treatment for your cuts and scrapes? In her book Salt in Your Sock and Other Tried-and True Home Remedies, Lillian Beard, M.D., recommends using sugar to help heal your minor wounds. The sugar granules are natural antibacterial agents and can help speed up the healing process. So next time you have […]
Vitamin K Promotes Healthy Bones
For strong healthy bones try to add more vitamin K to your diet. This essential nutrient can help get more calcium into your bones, making them denser and resistant to breaks. Vitamin K can be found in many leafy greens, spinach and broccoli.
Try Cranberries For A Memory Boost
Having trouble with your memory? Cranberries can help boost your brain power. These tiny fruits are full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds scientifically shown to help reduce your chances of age-related memory loss. Cranberries can be enjoyed fresh, dried or in sauces and marinades.
Thick Blood Solutions
Seniors are prone to thick blood more than any other age group. Some literature calls it sludging, and aging causes it. Thick blood can lead to heart attack and stroke. You certainly don’t need a physician to prescribe a drug for this and you don’t need anybody to tell you if your blood is thick. […]
Natural Relief For Acid Reflux And Heartburn
Big Pharma likes to peddle the purple pill, and other “antacids” as a means of relieving the symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux. These drugs are proton pump inhibitors that shut down production of stomach acid. But most acid reflux and heartburn is caused by lack of stomach acid. The lack of stomach acid prohibits […]
Do-It-Yourself Alzheimer’s Treatment
A simple vitamin, niacinamide B3 has been shown by researchers to improve cognitive function in Alzheimer’s patients. In fact, niacinamide has been used for years to revive and enhance impaired memory in general. It is a safe vitamin and has been used by the public since the 1950s. Its effectiveness undoubtedly has to do with […]
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