Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published June 5, 2017. Known for making a warming, fragrant tea, its distinct essence in cookies and a delicious spiciness in soups and stir-fries, ginger is an ancient root also known for its medicinal qualities. It’s already been well-established that it’s good for you —… Read More »
The convenience of modern society and the demands of your daily routine can make it very easy to fall into a sedentary lifestyle. Cities and suburbs are designed for the automobile. Many career paths place you firmly behind a desk. We provide our employees with a standing desk and exercise opportunities but many employers do… Read More »
I recently spoke with Siim Land, author of the new book “The Longevity Leap,” discussing key factors for optimizing health and lifespan. Maintaining “biological youth” is the single most important factor for longevity, but the question is how to achieve this as you get older. Land’s book is 500 pages, with 8,000 references, so it’s… Read More »
A survey1 recently conducted by KFF (Kaiser Family Foundation), a reputable health policy research organization, found that approximately 12% (or 1 in 8) of U.S. adults have used a GLP-1 drug like Ozempic, Wegovy, or similar medications at some point in their lives. About 6% of adults (more than 15 million individuals) are currently prescribed… Read More »
“Playing God: An Investigation into Medical Democide in the UK” is a documentary film that explores allegations of harmful medical practices and policies in the U.K. health care system. Directed by Ash Mahmood and Naeem Mahmood, and co-produced by Phil Graham and investigative journalist Jacqui Deevoy, the film critically examines the unethical and potentially deadly… Read More »
There are many benefits to be derived from growing your own food. It reduces stress, is a productive activity, and it is rewarding to enjoy fresh produce grown by your own hand. During the lockdowns of COVID-19, there was an uptick in gardening.1 The spirit behind this movement was not unlike the “victory gardens” which… Read More »