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Diabetes Drug Shown to Effectively Trim Fat With Minimal Muscle Loss: Study

Based on a recent analysis, Mounjaro, an approved medication for Type 2 diabetes, has shown promise in reducing fat mass without significant loss of lean mass, which can improve overall body composition. In contrast, popular weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic have been found to result in the loss of lean mass instead of…


Protecting Our Thymus: An Organ That Can Regenerate With Surprising Benefits

In this series, “The Miraculous Immune System,” we explore the true power of immunity and the organs that work tirelessly to protect the body. Previously: The thymus may shrink after training T cells, but it continues to play critical roles—many of which we are only beginning to understand.  The little-known thymus gland is one of…


The Essential Guide to Giardiasis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and Natural Approaches

Approximately 7.15 million waterborne illnesses occur in the United States each year. The Giardia intestinal parasite is the most common of its kind found in humans in the United States. Found worldwide, this waterborne parasite causes diarrheal infections called giardiasis. In 2018, there were 15,579 cases of giardiasis in the United States, of which nearly…


Training Strategies for Endurance and Maximum Longevity

Contrary to popular belief, the benefits of this type of exercise plateaus at a certain point, and pushing past it doesn’t give you any additional benefit. Do this instead—it’s incredible for your heart and twice as effective at reducing risks of all-cause mortality. STORY AT-A-GLANCE If your goal is to optimize your cardiovascular health and…


Fasting as an Effective Anti-Cancer Strategy: Inspiring Success Stories

Fasting has gained much popularity in recent years. In addition to its weight loss benefits, research has found that fasting also plays a role in cancer prevention and treatment. In the two inspiring stories below a stage IV cancer patient achieved remarkable success in fighting and eliminating cancer through fasting, and a Japanese physician who…


Tina Turner Had a History of High Blood Pressure and Kidney Disease

Legendary singer Tina Turner, who died this week at the age of 83 after a long illness, wrote about her history of high blood pressure and kidney disease that led to a kidney transplant. Turner should be applauded for her willingness to share her medical history just months before she died to publicize the importance…


‘Emotional Genius’ Judge Lynn Toler Turns Life Into New Show That Tackles Mental Health Awareness

Judge Lynn Toler has spent her career imparting life wisdom and grounded advice. She served as the longest-reigning arbitrator in the longest-running courtroom show, “Divorce Court,” for 14 consecutive seasons, and co-hosted three seasons of “Marriage Boot Camp,” where she mentored couples after watching them for 10-hour days and always made a point to explain—in…


NIH Spends $1 Billion Studying Long COVID–Produces Nothing

NIH, the world’s largest biomedical research agency, was granted massive amounts of money to get to the bottom of long COVID symptoms that are devastating 1 in 13 Americans—but it fumbled its response. STORY AT-A-GLANCE In February 2021, NIH announced that Congress would provide the agency $1.15 billion in funding over four years to study…


Changes in Gut Bacteria May Cause Parkinson’s: Study

We are all familiar with the sensation of “butterflies” in our stomachs when we feel nervous or frightened. But have you ever considered that this feeling could potentially influence changes in your gut that may contribute to the development of a neurodegenerative disease? A recent study reveals a potential connection between Parkinson’s disease and gut…


Garlic, the ‘King of Cancer Prevention’

Known as the “Cancer-Fighting King,” Garlic has long been regarded as a miraculous healing herb. The National Cancer Institute in the United States ranks garlic at the top of the cancer-fighting vegetable pyramid. Epidemiological studies have shown that garlic has anti-tumor properties, reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and Alzheimer’s disease, and even helps eliminate heavy…