Combating Muscle Loss with Aging

Combating Muscle Loss with Aging

As we age, our bodies undergo many changes, and one of the most significant concerns is the loss of muscle mass and strength, a condition known as sarcopenia. Sarcopenia affects a large portion of the older folks and can have detrimental effects on health and quality...
Can You Catch the Flu Breathing Sick Air?

Can You Catch the Flu Breathing Sick Air?

Researchers studied 142 individuals who were confirmed to have influenza. They took samples from each participant during the first 3 days after their symptoms emerged. Aerosol samples from 23 people were collected during normal breathing, without coughing or sneezing....
The Science of Curing Aging.

The Science of Curing Aging.

Dr. Aubrey de Grey is a biomedical gerontologist and pioneer in anti-aging research. He is the Chief Science Officer for the SENS Research Foundation. After decades speaking on the feasibility of extending human life span, the concept of age reversal is going...
The Diet that Reduces Brain Aging.

The Diet that Reduces Brain Aging.

The Mediterranean diet has been shown to promote health and longevity. Studies have shown its health benefits include protecting the colon, prostate, and brain. The effect on the brain was the most surprising. It is known that we lose brain cells with aging which can...
Help for Achy Joints from the Sea.

Help for Achy Joints from the Sea.

Chances are your grandmother knew that a teaspoon of cod liver oil a day could help her morning stiffness and keep her healthy. Cod liver oil and fish oil contain high levels of two types of omega-3 fatty acids: DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic...
Are You a Victim of Indoor Pollution?

Are You a Victim of Indoor Pollution?

When we think of air pollution, we usually refer to outdoor air quality. We know its healthier to avoid fumes from cars, planes, ships, etc. But what about the air we breathe indoors? These days Americans spend more time inside our homes, offices and public buildings...
Could a Fruit help your Balance?

Could a Fruit help your Balance?

There are many things that may affect your balance including dehydration, infections, high or low blood pressure, blood sugar, cardiac issues, and inner ear infections among other causes. With aging, balance and motor coordination can decline gradually over time....
The Health Benefits of Pomegranate.

The Health Benefits of Pomegranate.

Pomegranates are rich in antioxidant polyphenols that have powerful anti-inflammatory benefits through your body. The unique antioxidants in pomegranates are called punicalagins. These antioxidants have been shown to help protect the heart and the arteries. Like...
Can Probiotics Increase Lifespan?

Can Probiotics Increase Lifespan?

The human microbiome appears to have a great impact on aging. Our gastrointestinal tract is home to 100 trillion bacteria. Many are friendly but some are irritating and inflammatory. Large amounts of antigens pass through the gut each day, making the gut mucosa the...
Ancient Chinese Fruit Helps Lungs and Throat.

Ancient Chinese Fruit Helps Lungs and Throat.

The Chinese culture has used natural remedies for thousands of years. Now one plant is getting attention for its immune strengthening properties and sweet delicious taste. Chinese tradition has taught through generations that Mormordica Fruit known as Luo Han Guo has...
Go Green and Lose Pounds!

Go Green and Lose Pounds!

Now is the time to make new goals to get healthier and back in shape. New research shows your dietary intake is even more important than exercise when it comes to losing weight. The reason is that your basic metabolism, including digestion and thinking, burns 70-90...
Tips to protect dry skin from the climate.

Tips to protect dry skin from the climate.

Cold weather can wreak havoc on your skin. Indoor A/C and heaters, or living in the low humidity of desert climates, can dry your skin to a point that it feels uncomfortable. Here are some easy ways to protect your skin from getting dry, chapped, or even cracked in...
Could someone born today live to 1000?

Could someone born today live to 1000?

Scientists are beginning to fast forward research that may unlock how to reverse the aging process. In labs around the world top researchers are following clues that may lead to an understanding of how to halt and “yes” even rewind some of the...
Strengthen Your Immune System.

Strengthen Your Immune System.

At this time of year, we often find friends sniffling or feeling under the weather. As we stay indoors more and are exposed to germs from others, our immune system is challenged by viruses and bacteria. We all know that a healthy diet, rest, and avoiding people who...
7 New Year Resolutions For You.

7 New Year Resolutions For You.

When the clock strikes midnight and we ring in 2018, many of us will make New Year resolutions. Here are a few that can help you to be healthier and happier:1. Have an attitude of gratitude. Don’t be so hard on yourself, or make unreasonable goals. At the start...
The Killers in Your Kitchen.

The Killers in Your Kitchen.

How long have you kept that sponge in your sink? Chances are it’s too long. Sponges used to remove food debris from your plates and wipe down tables and sinks can be your enemy and be teaming with zillions of bacteria. They stay damp, perfect to grow bacteria,...
Flying in a Plane? How to Stay Healthy.

Flying in a Plane? How to Stay Healthy.

As millions take to the sky this holiday season, travelers will be exposed to lots of germs in the closed space of the airplane. If you plan to fly, now is the time to arm yourself with a personal strategy to stay healthy. First, be sure to plan ahead so you avoid the...
Drinking Alcohol? Take this herb for your Liver.

Drinking Alcohol? Take this herb for your Liver.

Although a glass of red wine can be healthy for your heart, too much alcohol can be very toxic to your liver. This essential organ does lots of the dirty work to keep you healthy by filtering toxins and removing debris. If your liver is sick, so are you. For thousands...
Carry This Lifesaver With You Always!

Carry This Lifesaver With You Always!

What do you do when you feel chest pain, dizzy, numbness in your face or jaw? Immediately tell the person closest to you. If you are out with strangers, write down a contact number of a family member or friend to call and give it to someone. Describe your symptoms....
The Common Drug That Helps Prevent GI Cancer

The Common Drug That Helps Prevent GI Cancer

A research team reviewed studies of 135,965 participants, covering 32 years. The participants who regularly used aspirin had a lower prevalence of cancers overall (3% lower), GI tract cancers (15% reduced risk) and colorectal cancer (19% lower risk). Aspirin had no...
A Dessert that helps A-fib and your Heart

A Dessert that helps A-fib and your Heart

From an analysis of more than 55,000 adults from Denmark, researchers found that eating between 2 and 6 ounces of chocolate every week was associated with a 20 percent reduced risk of atrial fibrillation (A-fib). Atrial fibrillation (AF) affects millions of people in...
How Mother Cows Strengthen Immunity.

How Mother Cows Strengthen Immunity.

Colostrum, is produced in the first milk of mammals to protect their newborns. Colostrum contains a very rich blend of nutrients with vitamins, minerals and amino acids, plus a wide variety of immune factors, antibodies, growth factors including FGF and IGF-1,...
Boost Anti-Aging with Resveratrol.

Boost Anti-Aging with Resveratrol.

The French Paradox refers to the observation that French people, who love to eat butter and cheese, have a low rate of heart disease. Nutritionists believe this is due, in part, to the Resveratrol in red wine. Resveratrol was found to be a potent antioxidant that...
The Holiday Spice That Fights Fat!

The Holiday Spice That Fights Fat!

We all know that holiday time means lots of opportunities to eat delicious high calorie foods. Unfortunately, we often gain excess pounds and then spend months or years trying to take them off. Now research suggests that you can help boost your body’s...
The Diet that Halts Diabetes.

The Diet that Halts Diabetes.

Millions of people in the U.S. suffer with type 2 diabetes. Although genetics plays a role, many get the disease from being overweight and being too sedentary. Research findings, recently reported in The Lancet, suggest that remission of type 2 diabetes may be...
Under Stress? What You Must Know.

Under Stress? What You Must Know.

Now more than ever, many people are under stress. For some, the stress can be so severe and chronic, it may lead to high blood pressure, depression, heart disease or strokes. You may notice subtle changes at first like irritability, headaches, nail biting or...
The Dangers of Taking Silver

The Dangers of Taking Silver

Some vitamin companies sell items with questionable health benefits. You may see advertisements for colloidal, ionic, or nano silver products, which are basically silver particles in a liquid. Silver ions have proven useful in coatings of medical devices; water...
Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?

Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?

As the weather cools down, you may stay indoors more. Today’s lifestyle with TV and computers, tends to draw us inside our homes too. Without adequate sunshine, your body cannot make enough Vitamin D-3, so supplementation is essential. At MDR, we provide a...
What you should know about Cranberries!

What you should know about Cranberries!

Holiday time means turkey and cranberries for many of us. As you enjoy these tasty dishes, know that cranberries are helping you stay healthy. Pilgrims called the fruit “crane berry” because its flowers looked like the head of a crane. Native Americans...
Gratitude Makes for Good Heart Health.

Gratitude Makes for Good Heart Health.

Using psychological tests on 186 people at high risk for heart disease progression, researchers obtained scores comparing gratitude and spiritual well-being in subjects. “We found that more gratitude in these patients was associated with better mood, better sleep,...
Sleepy? Don’t Blame the Turkey!

Sleepy? Don’t Blame the Turkey!

Even the Pilgrims might have taken a nap after their big harvest feast, but the turkey may not be the culprit. The act of stretching the small intestine by overeating protein, fat, and sugars induces sleepiness, says biologist H. Craig Heller at Stanford University....
Why Gaining Weight May Not Be Your Fault

Why Gaining Weight May Not Be Your Fault

According to the American Heart Association, nearly 70 percent of American adults are either overweight or obese. Researchers analyzed the data of 21,904 middle-aged and older women and found that stressful events in women’s lives in the previous five years...
Depressed? Try This for One Hour This Week.

Depressed? Try This for One Hour This Week.

Rates of serious depression are growing worldwide. Scientists found that those who did not exercise were 44% more likely than their peers who exercised for 1 to 2 hours each week to develop depression. Benefits of sunshine and natural Vitamin D, along with visual...
Are you missing the right Vitamin E?

Are you missing the right Vitamin E?

Vitamin E is commonly found in multivitamins and serves many functions to keep us healthy. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from free radical damage that otherwise contribute to inflammation. There are eight forms of vitamin E…  alpha,...
Why Not Eating Bread May Kill You

Why Not Eating Bread May Kill You

In an attempt to keep their weight down, many people skip whole grains completely. This is perfectly fine if you eat enough fruits and vegetables to provide an adequate fiber intake. Unfortunately if you don’t get the fiber you need you may be increasing your risk of...