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Sleep Deprivation and Chronic Disease: The Deadly Risks
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Chronic sleep deprivation, getting insufficient sleep for an extended period of time, has been associated with a slew of health issues, ranging from cardiovascular disease to metabolic syndrome. If that’s not bad enough, some chronic conditions can turn poor sleep quality into a deadly threat. Are you at risk?Sleep deprivation can take a toll on the body. For those who are healthy, it can increase... 10/30/2024 4:00:00 AM
Janet Valenty
Breast Cancer Linked to Cattle Virus (confirmed)
by Janet Valenty
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A study of 239 breast tissue biopsies report a 3.1 times higher presence of a common cattle virus (BLV) in the cancerous vs. noncancerous tissues. The CDC (centers for disease control) states that this extremely common cattle virus, ‘Bovine Leukemia Virus’ (BLV) is prevalent in “38% of beef herds, 84% of all dairy herds, and 100% of large-scale dairy operation herds worldwide.” See full CDC report.Up... 10/29/2024 4:00:00 AM
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Toxoplasmosis: “Crazy Cat Lady” Just Took On A Whole New Meaning
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If your cat is the love of your life, you probably want to protect them and keep them healthy. All that purring and snuggling leads a lot of people to feel about cats the way they do potato chips --- they can’t have just one! But, like any pet, they’re susceptible to some diseases that can affect not only their precious lives, but the lives of the humans that love them as well. Many cats, especially... 10/25/2024 4:00:00 AM
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How and Why We Must Combat Loneliness
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We might be lucky enough to grow up surrounded by family and friends. But eventually, whether from a move, or a loss of contact, a new school or in our first apartment, we all experience loneliness. By all accounts, loneliness is impacting many Americans in epidemic proportions. Some say ts the single greatest mental health crisis of our time. Yet we don't really seem to take it seriously as a problem.... 10/25/2024 4:00:00 AM
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Scientists Identify DNA That Could Lead to Humans Regrowing Limbs
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Scientists at Harvard University claim they have identified the mechanism that allows the three-banded panther worm to regenerate any body part within a matter of days. The gene, referred to as the early growth response or EGR, activates a complex system of genetic code that makes regeneration possible. Humans also possess this gene, which leaves scientists hopeful that humans will one day be able... 10/23/2024 4:00:00 AM
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Common Mutation Could Make You a Night Owl
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Humans might be the only creatures on Earth with such unpredictable sleeping patterns. Some people rise every morning at the crack of dawn, while others of us struggle to drag ourselves out of bed by noon.Night owl schedules aren't necessarily disordered, but their patterns can conflict with normal working hours, which may affect their ability to function in a world designed for early risers. Researchers... 10/21/2024 4:00:00 AM
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Your Brain Actually Naps While You're Awake
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If you’ve ever tried to function during a bout of insomnia, or even after one less-than-restful night, you’ve probably noticed you’re more prone to making errors or slipping into “auto-pilot.” Have you ever zoned out during an office meeting without actually nodding off and closing your eyes? Have you ever felt like you nodded off while stopped at a red light, even though your eyes were open and watching... 10/20/2024 4:00:00 AM
Joel Fuhrman, M.D.
Here’s Why You Feel Constantly Hungry
by Joel Fuhrman, M.D.
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We live in a society of food excess, where people have been trained to overeat since childhood. In our society, most people overeat routinely. This is fairly obvious since more than two-thirds of adults in this country are overweight or obese....many people cannot even tell when they are truly hungry.Overeating is so deeply ingrained that many people cannot even tell when they are truly hungry. For... 10/19/2024 4:00:00 AM
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People Who Wake up Early May Be at Risk
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A new study shows a possible correlation between waking times and major cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke. In fact, those who routinely wake up too early may be at a greater risk of dying from a sudden cardiovascular event than those who get the proper amount of sleep. Sleeping too much may also increase cardiovascular risks. So it's important to get the right amount of sleep.... 10/18/2024 4:00:00 AM
Jack Wolfson DO, FACC
Are You Missing This Essential Nutrient?
by Jack Wolfson DO, FACC
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Silicon is atomic number 14 on the periodic table. It is a metallic-like substance and is the second most abundant element on earth after oxygen. Are you getting enough of it, though? You should, because it plays an active role in the prevention of atherosclerosis (hardening and narrowing of the arteries), insomnia, cholesterol , dementia and more...Health Benefits of Silicon A 12-week study was conducted... 10/17/2024 4:00:00 AM
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