Terry’s Health Picks

Researchers gathered data from almost 300,000 adults looking at their blood levels of vitamin D and a c-reactive protein, a marker of inflammation.  C-reactive protein is generated in the liver in response to inflammation. The higher the levels of c-reactive...

Researchers looked at the effects of eating blueberries in overweight, pre-diabetic adults (ages 50-65) who were also experiencing mild memory decline associated with aging. For 12 weeks, half the participants received powdered blueberry extract (equivalent to eating ½ cup of...

180 people, all age 60 or older, were evaluated for mental function through standardized tests, and their levels of HDL cholesterol measured. Results: The higher the level of HDL cholesterol, the better the participants mental function. Those with the highest levels...

Olive oil contains monounsaturated fatty acids, commonly referred to as Omega 9, the same oil as found in avocado, macadamia, and pecan oils. Omega 9 fatty acids are not essential or required for a healthy body. If you buy cheap...

GOUT is warmth, pain, swelling, and extreme tenderness in a joint (usually a big toe) caused by deposits of uric acid crystals in the joint. Proven natural treatment: A 2012 study of 633 people with gout found that cherry intake reduced...

Maybe we should spend more time educating Americans on how to prevent cancer than the billions of dollars spent on looking for a cancer cure. But, few people really care to learn that our lifestyle choices are responsible for causing...

Just over 30% of the world’s population is deficient in zinc.   Zinc is required for the immune system, promotes wound healing, plays a role in bone formation, reduces colds and flu, and can slow the progression of eye disease...

Will there ever be a drug to cure cancer? Hardly, since most of the cancers are caused by our choices. Prevention is the best cure! Choose healthy and wisely! Cancer is the leading cause of disease-related deaths in young people. More...

Researchers collected brain scans from over 1,000 people ages 18-88.  They found that the first signs of brain aging appear as early as age 47, with the greatest degeneration occurring at age 60. Then they conducted brain scans on 42...

OTC and Prescription Drugs for allergies can increase the risk of dementia up to 54% (associated with use of drugs like diphenhydramine – one brand name is Benadryl).  Can cause drowsiness, dry mouth and dry eyes, dizziness, and headache. Natural...

The MTHFR gene interferes with your body’s ability to process (convert) folate, which can lead to very high homocysteine levels resulting in an increased risk of stroke, high blood pressure, heart disease, and even bipolar disorder. If your homocysteine levels...

They are rich in fiber, B vitamins, magnesium and Vitamin E, and are also higher than most nuts in Omega-3 essential fatty acids. In fact, they are one of the richest food sources of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). A 2009 study published...

Researchers collected brain scans from over 1,000 people ages 18-88.  They found that the first signs of brain aging appear as early as age 47, with the greatest degeneration occurring at age 60. Then they conducted brain scans on 42...

Infection with bacterial or viral disease can leave people with fatigue that lasts for months or years.  Ordinary fatigue improves with rest –post-viral (also called post-infection fatigue) does not, triggering infections which include Lyme disease, Epstein-Barr virus, and COVID-19 infection....

Researchers followed 650,000 adult men, average age of 61 years, for 9 years.  None of the men had dementia at the start of the study.  Fitness was evaluated by ability to complete a treadmill walking test. Results: The men with...

70-80% of Americans do not get the minimum recommended daily intake of magnesium (420 mg daily for men, and 320 mg daily for women). Magnesium is needed for energy production, bone formation, nerve impulse conduction, muscle contraction, and normal heart rhythm....

Researchers gathered data on the coffee drinking habits of almost 500,000 British citizens collected over 10 years. Results: Drinking one or more cups of coffee a day reduced long-term risk of heart failure. Risk decreased up to 12% for every cup of...

Researchers collected 10 years of data from almost 6,000 people over the age of 50. Results: after 10 years, almost half the participants reported experiencing regular musculoskeletal pain. Any kind of physical activity reduced the risk of pain. However, those with...

Is there a connection between vitamin D levels and COVID-19 symptoms? Researchers in Israel collected records from 253 patients admitted to the hospital for COVID-19 who had vitamin D levels checked within the two years prior to testing positive for...

In addition to their antioxidant activity, polyphenols have many other health benefits. Some studies strongly suggest that diets rich in polyphenols may offer protection against development of certain cancers, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and neurodegenerative diseases. New Study: Best beverage for...