(NaturalHealth365) Heart disease is the number one cause of death and illness worldwide, causing over 17 million deaths each year – a toll that is expected to rise to 23.3 million by 2030. Researchers have long known that atherosclerosis – calcified deposits in the arteries – is a major player in heart disease. Now, new studies on a little-known nutrient, ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) As you may know, diversity and balance of gut bacteria have already been linked to many vital aspects of physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Now, new research out of the University of Nottingham and King’s College London is adding heart health to that list. Digestion, metabolic function and the strength of our immune system are all intimately tied to ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Instead of eating better and seeking out natural remedies for acid reflux, all too many Americans have come to view the antacid as a license to eat poorly. However, chronic, long-term use of the antacid drugs known as PPIs, or proton pump inhibitors, can have serious and deadly side effects. A Circulation Research paper from the American Heart Association ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) As the number one killer of both men and women, the incidence of heart disease continues to rise. By 2030, heart disease is expected to take the lives of more than 23.6 million people worldwide. But a recent study on this deadly disease suggests new hope is on the horizon for slowing its progression, naturally. As reported in the ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Heart disease, currently the number one killer in the nation, claims over 610,000 lives every year.  And, we know that the most common type of heart disease (coronary artery disease) is caused by atherosclerosis – a buildup of plaque in the arteries. Now, research shows that a combination of two natural compounds – French pine bark and gotu kola ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Mangoes contain healing properties that can enhance many  areas of our well being including: a positive effect on high blood pressure readings and elevated glucose levels.  This is really great news for those dealing with hypertension or diabetes. For example, a recent study out of the University of California, Davis found that eating mangoes is beneficial to both the ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Hellbent on being the first U.S. carrier to debut the 5G mobile network and matching smartphones, telecommunications giant Sprint is racing to roll out this new 5G technology – this year!  But, many people are waking up to the health threats posed by this wireless technology. The carrier recently proclaimed that six US cities – Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365)  The fear of diabetes and heart disease can cause many people to think that fat is the ‘enemy.’  Nothing could be further from the truth – especially when it comes to eating (healthy) fats like, tree nuts. You see, there are many misguided theories out there suggesting that nuts have fat, therefore they are ‘bad for you.’  And, while ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Maintaining an ideal body weight is clearly linked to many health benefits – which is why so many people consider weight loss a top priority.  And, now, recent research related to the World Health Initiative Observational Study has found that women who properly control their body weight have a much lowered risk of getting breast cancer than those who ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that one in every four people die of heart disease in the United States every year.  And, coincidentally (or not?), that same ratio are taking cholesterol lowering drugs like, Crestor, Lipitor and Zocor. These medications are promoted as ‘the answer’ for high cholesterol levels.  And, most heart patients are ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Integrative and conventionally-trained physicians alike have long advised regular exercise as a natural and effective way to ward off chronic disease conditions.  Unfortunately, the more popular notion that aerobic exercise is the ‘gold standard’ for disease prevention tends to make strength training an after thought. (but, today, I hope to change all of that!) A brand-new Australian study has ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Can modified citrus pectin affect the growth of cancer cells? And, if so (in a positive way), why isn’t this front page news?!  Let’s take a closer look. Prostate cancer is currently the most common non-skin cancer among men in the United States, with over 172,000 men diagnosed with the disease in the year 2014 alone. Although prostate cancer ... Read More »