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How to live longer: Meditation linked to lower cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar

In a randomised controlled trial, 60 older adults with subjective cognitive decline were asked to meditate for 12 minutes each day for 12 weeks. The study, published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s disease, showed that meditation had a significant improvement in subjective memory function. Participants in the study showed improvements in sleep, mood, stress, well-being… Read More: How to live longer: Meditation linked to lower cholesterol, blood… »

Could This Common Herb Help Diabetes and Blood Pressure?

Bay leaves are popularly used in pickling, marinating and flavoring stews, soups and stuffing. They come from the bay laurel tree native to Mediterranean countries. The leaves can be up to 3 inches long and are almond-shaped. You’ve likely seen cooking shows or read recipes that recommended adding a bay leaf to savory soups and… Read More: Could This Common Herb Help Diabetes and Blood Pressure? »