Hello. It’s Tuesday, April 30. You’re about to discover 8 ways to improve your sleep (starting tonight!) …what all women must know about endometriosis…why redheads may need more anesthesia… a delicious & healthy new taco recipe…and more…
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Could Larger Brains Lower Dementia Risk?
As individuals age, there is typically a slight decrease in brain size. Yet, in cases of dementia, this process accelerates due to nerve cell damage and death. Now, a recent study from UC Davis Health suggests there may be positive news for dementia. Since brain sizes have been growing over the past century, we may be looking at a decrease in age-related dementia.
For a study published in JAMA Neurology, researchers examined data from participants in the Framingham Heart Study (FHS), a long-term study spanning over 75 years and involving 15,000 individuals. They focused on 3,226 FHS participants born between 1930 and 1970 who had undergone two MRI scans measuring various brain structures, such as the intracranial volume (ICV), cortical gray matter, and more.
The study revealed that those born in the 1970s exhibited larger brain volumes compared to those born in the 1930s. Specifically, they had a 6.6% greater ICV, 7.7% more white matter, 2.2% more cortical gray matter, 5.7% greater hippocampal volume, and 14.9% larger cortical surface area.
This study builds on previous research that links a larger brain volume with a lower risk of dementia, yet it may have limitations. The study participants were primarily non-Hispanic, white, and healthy. Therefore, these findings may not accurately represent the greater U.S. population.
Intermittent Fasting May Boost Gut Health
Intermittent fasting, where you alternate periods of eating with fasting, may help with everything from cardiovascular disease to cancer and type 2 diabetes. Now, a new study has found that intermittent fasting may also help to protect the GI tract as we age—including our small intestines.
For a study, researchers from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University studied mice they genetically modified to increase the pace of aging. One group of mice had access to food around the clock, while the other mice were fed during alternating 24-hour periods.
At the end of eight months, researchers observed notable improvements in mice subjected to fasting. They exhibited elevated levels of beneficial gut bacteria, a reduced weight, and alterations in intestinal structure indicative of improved blood glucose regulation and reduced inflammation.
While this research suggests that intermittent fasting may offer benefits for gut health as individuals age, more studies are needed to confirm these findings and understand the potential mechanisms involved. Nonetheless, adopting a balanced and varied diet alongside intermittent fasting, under the guidance of healthcare professionals, may contribute to overall gut health and well-being as people grow older.
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Your Intuition is RIGHT
If when you look in the mirror, you notice fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, and sagging skin despite diligently using the skincare products you’ve been told will help, your intuition is right…
Your skin SHOULD look younger, healthier, and more radiant. But unfortunately, toxic, synthetic, and downright ineffective skincare products have become the norm in the cosmetic industry.
But here’s the good news: If combatting the appearance of premature signs of aging using clean, natural ingredients is your ultimate goal, then this FREE Skin Care Masterclass can help.
What you're about to discover in this free 70-minute masterclass really is groundbreaking and important.
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8 Ways to Improve Your Sleep, Starting Tonight
To sleep well, it’s important to maintain a consistent sleep and wake schedule. A study published in the journal Sleep found that individuals who adhered to regular sleep patterns, waking within the same one-hour window daily, exhibited a lower risk of premature mortality compared to those with irregular patterns spanning a three-hour window. Plus, here are more tips for sleeping well. (More)
5 Easy Ways to Get More Steps Into Your Day
Walking enhances cardiovascular health, elevates mood, helps to regulate blood sugar levels, and decreases the likelihood of dementia. Experts say 25% of adults are sedentary for more than eight hours a day, while health professionals advise engaging in a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week. If achieving this target seems daunting, begin with a 15-minute walk, which is an excellent start. (More)
Even BPA-Free Containers May Add Toxins to Your Food
You’re eating organic to reduce your exposure to harmful toxins–yet you could unknowingly be adding toxins to that food, simply by using what’s in your kitchen. For instance, you know to avoid plastic containers because they may contain bisphenol-A (BPA), but did you know even ones labeled “BPA-free” may contain one of dozens of questionable bisphenol variants? Here’s what you need to know about the hidden chemicals in your kitchen and how to keep your food toxin-free. (More)
Can High Potassium Foods Lower Blood Pressure?
Managing high blood pressure requires addressing the fact that most Americans are eating too much salt and not enough potassium. Fixing this could help prevent or control high blood pressure and lead to fewer heart attacks, strokes, and deaths from heart disease. Experts recommend getting 4,700 mg of potassium daily, yet few people reach that target. Here's how to get more potassium in your diet. (More)
Brain Fog: 8 Top Causes, Including a Lack of B Vitamins
You may have encountered moments when your brain feels tired or unfocused, but when these feelings persist over time it can signal a bigger issue. A consistently foggy mind can be bothersome and often hints at an underlying problem–such as a lack of B vitamins, including B12 which can be low in people eating a plant-based diet. Here’s what you need to know about brain fog with tips for regaining mental clarity. (More)
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The human heart beats around 100,000 times a day, tirelessly pumping blood throughout the body. Over a lifetime, this amounts to roughly 2.5 billion heartbeats, making your heart one of the hardest-working organs in your body.
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Your Skincare Routine May Be Making You Look Older
Retinol is a lab-made chemical derivative of vitamin A, and it’s one of the hottest ingredients in skincare right now.
But this trendy new chemical also has serious drawbacks that may actually CAUSE premature signs of aging.
For example, retinol can also make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, and because one of the biggest accelerators for skin aging is sun damage, long-term use of retinol may do more harm than good for your skin.
The bottom line? IGNORE THE HYPE.
But retinol is just one of thousands of chemicals you might find on the shelves of your local skincare aisle, so how are you supposed to know which ones are safe (and which ones you actually DO want to use instead)?
That’s why you truly do not want to miss this completely free “ESSENTIAL Natural Secrets You Must Know to Achieve Your Healthiest, Youngest-Looking Skin” masterclass.
You’ll discover volumes of need-to-know facts that will help you avoid toxic, potentially dangerous skincare products…
And the best age-defying ingredients you should use daily to reveal your healthiest, youngest-looking skin in years!
Reserve your spot today (before they fill up)!
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