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A new expert review suggests that long-term use of statins may be inadvertently aiding the enemy by accelerating coronary artery calcification. For decades, statins have been heralded as reliable heroes in the battle against heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States and globally. However, a new expert review suggests that long-term use of statins may be aiding the enemy by accelerating coronary artery calcification instead of providing protection. Statins Deplete Heart-Protecting Nutrients  The review, published in Clinical Pharmacology, suggests that statins may act as “mitochondrial toxins,” impairing muscle function in the heart and blood vessels by depleting coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), an antioxidant cells use for growth and maintenance. Multiple studies s...

Less stuff means more time, focus, intention, and peace. 1 Acknowledge the Fear of LossThe first step is to recognize when loss aversion is influencing your decisions. Are you keeping an item becauseit moves you toward your purpose? Or are you giving extra weight to the fear of what you may be losing? 2 Redefine ‘Loss’ and ‘Gain’Rather than focusing on what you are giving up, shift your perspective to what you’re gaining through owningless. Minimalism is about addition more than it is about subtraction—more space, more calm, increased focus onwhat truly matters. The loss of physical items pales in comparison to these gains.3 See Marketing Strategies for What They AreBe aware of marketing tactics designed to trigger your loss aversion. To help with this, ask yourself, “Am Iconside...

Apple cider vinegar is widely used in beverages, salad dressings, and pickled foods, and it can even be used to clean the house. Apple cider vinegar is a precious winter health elixir that can aid digestion, help weight loss, activate blood circulation, control blood sugar, and combat bacterial and fungal infections. Herbal medicine educator Erica Kuo provides one effective way you can take apple cider vinegar to help you enjoy a healthy warm winter. Apple cider vinegar is made from fermenting apple juice and is a traditional natural health supplement. Ms. Kuo said apple cider vinegar can help diabetic patients reduce triglycerides and hyperlipidemia. Apple cider vinegar containing yeast can also help suppress appetite and achieve weight loss and weight control goals. Spicy Apple Ci...

Cholesterol levels are not a good indicator of your heart disease risk. A review of three large industry-funded studies found issues with the studies' conclusions. I'll share how to effectively assess your risk of heart disease and safely reduce it. Story at a Glance Cholesterol, long vilified as the cause of cardiovascular disease, is a vital component to nearly every cell in your body for the construction of cell membranes, regulation of cell signaling, and neurological health. A review of three large industry-funded studies found it was impossible for cholesterol to be the main cause of heart disease, as those with low levels had the same levels of arterial sclerosis as those with high levels. The same study found benefits claimed by statin supporters are ineffective and u...

Processed sugar is a potent energy source. It causes a variety of changes in your body. You may have heard that sugar can feed cancer cells. Is that true? Sugars ‘Nourish’ Cancer Cells For cancer patients, “sugar intake can indeed nourish cancer cells,” Mingyang Song, associate professor of clinical epidemiology and nutrition at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, told The Epoch Times. This is supported by strong epidemiological evidence, he said. A study published in PLoS One involving 1,011 colon cancer patients with a follow-up period of over seven years found that compared to patients consuming less than two servings of sugar-sweetened beverages per month, those who consumed two or more servings per day experienced a 67 percent increased risk of col...

It's an industrial world out there. Few pristine places are left on Earth, and even there, the winds of industry blow. Luckily, we have answers. Obviously, sunshine, exercise, a truly healthy diet, and a happy, mindful kinetic lifestyle are lobby-level, yet illness can begin in the best of us when toxic chemical intake and auto-generated wastes overwhelm the capacity for elimination. In other words, the rate of elimination must meet or exceed input, or toxins accumulate. Amalgam fillings, air and water pollution, smoking, eating fish and processed foods, pesticides, battlefield toxins, radiation, and drug residues commonly lead to cancers, heart/artery disease, autism, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), candidiasis, viral infections, autoimmune disorders, etc. These con...

Our noses perform important functions every day of our lives, but we often only notice when disease changes how they work. Our sense of smell works when chemical molecules are sniffed into the nose and make contact with the sense organ called the “olfactory bulb” in the roof of the nasal cavity. The other main function of [the] nose is to warm and moisten air going to the lungs (air conditioning) and to remove unwanted particles and viruses suspended in the air (filtering). But what are sinuses? What about the snot colors? What’s that squeaky sound in your ears about? And is there a correct way to position nose spray? (Spoiler: yes and you are probably doing it incorrectly.) Anatomy of the Nose The nasal cavity is much larger inside than it seems from the outside. Dual cavi...

The stark contrast between food quality in the United States and in Europe often surprises those who travel abroad. Before visiting Italy, Anna Fox was strictly gluten-free because of her doctor’s recommendation. After avoiding gluten for a few months, she noticed an improvement in her digestive health and mental clarity. “I regained physical and mental energy I didn’t know I lost,” Mrs. Fox said. But she became concerned that her health would slip while vacationing in Europe, given her intention to savor the pizza and pasta of Italy. “There was no way I was going to miss out on Italy’s iconic cuisine,” Mrs. Fox said. While vacationing, she enjoyed Italy’s celebrated gluten-containing dishes. But to her pleasant surprise, she didn't experience the unwanted symptoms that occ...

Neurotrophins are a group of proteins that play a crucial role in promoting the growth, survival, and maintenance of neurons (nerve cells) in the brain and nervous system. They're responsible for regulating various processes, such as cell birth, cell death, and the overall health of neurons. These proteins are essential for proper brain development, learning, memory, and overall neuronal function. Researchers consider brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which is mainly found in the brain and spinal cord, to be the most active neurotrophin, as it plays a vital role in both energy regulation and neuroplasticity. It's critical for memory and learning. Research shows that those with higher BDNF levels tend to have more robust brain health and better cognitive function. ...

Your hands reveal a lot about the state of your health. This is something that has been recognized since at least the time of Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine. The ancient Greek physician first described “clubbing" in a patient with empyema (where pus fills the space between the lungs and the membrane around it) in the fifth century B.C. Clubbing is where the nail looks rounded, like the backside of a spoon, and it is still recognized as a sign of disease. Nowadays, clubbing is linked to more than just empyema. It is also linked to cystic fibrosis, cirrhosis of the liver, and thyroid conditions. Another nail change that can signal disease is Lindsay’s nails. This is where one or more nails are half white and half reddish brown. Around 50 percent of people with ch...