I’ve stressed the importance of sleep many times before. Getting enough quality rest is a critical part of feeling good…not to mention warding off potentially deadly diseases like type 2 [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
A bright idea for treating depression
I’d be willing to bet more people in this country take an anti-depressant drug than take a multivitamin. But just because they’re common doesn’t mean they’re good for you. Not only do these drugs [...]
Dietary Guideline Advisory Committee has 570 pages of “recommendations” for you
I’ve been talking about the 2015 dietary guidelines for so long now I can’t believe they still haven’t been released. But there has been some “progress.” The Advisory Committee finally turned in [...]
Low on energy? Here’s a tasty solution
I’ve said it before, but it’s something people love to hear, so I love repeating it: Chocolate is a health food. Not all chocolate, of course. I’ll get to that in just a minute. But first, let’s [...]
The 10-minute “prescription” that could tack YEARS onto your life
I know I’m always urging you take a simple evening walk. It’s a terrific, low-impact way to start an exercise regimen. And, as I’ve said numerous times, the benefits add up. But when you’re [...]
WARNING: Blood pressure meds speed up mental decline
I’ve warned you about the dangers of blood pressure drugs before. And now a new study highlights another hazard associated with these medications. According to research from the University of [...]
The “all-natural” ingredient putting you on the fast-track to diabetes
Here’s some “breaking news” for you: In the first-ever review of human clinical trials on the topic, evidence suggests that eating processed foods with added sweeteners is contributing to the [...]
Another reason to get brewing
When it comes to tea, going green is all the rage—for good reason. I’ve been touting the benefits of green tea for years. But black tea has just stolen a little bit of the spotlight. According to [...]
Diabetics: Get moving after dinner
I’m always encouraging you to take a walk after dinner. And now a new study backs up this advice. Researchers at the University of Missouri found that people with Type 2 diabetes get more health [...]
Giving kids an early start on a heart-healthy future
I talk about vitamin D and kids’ health regularly here in the Reality Health Check. But I don’t know if I’ve ever discussed them in conjunction with one another—until now. Of course, vitamin D is [...]