Most of us know that eating well and exercising is important for good health. Yet often we hear about people 100 years old and older that are still vital and have not eaten perfectly or exercised much. What is the secret of their good health. Research indicates that a major factor in good health more important than genes, food, or exercise is how we handle stress. Our bodies are equipped with a fight or flight mechanism that enables us to mobilize our strength when necessary. This mechanism allows us to fight or flee from real and present danger. However, this mechanism is also activated when we BELIEVE there is danger, even when no actual survival danger exists. For example, it is appropriate for the fight or flight mechanism to activate if you are being physically attacked. When the stress response is activated, blood is taken from our brain and organs and put into our arms and legs to enable us to fight or flee. Our immune system shuts down to give us more energy to physically protect ourselves and...

For centuries people have been searching for the fountain of youth. Although this is in itself a fantasy you can increase your chances of living longer by making a few adjustments to the way you eat. Basically it all boils down to one factor diet. The old saying you are what you eat holds true when it comes to anti-aging. Eating better is the key to better health and increasing your chances of living longer. What do we mean by eating better. Here are a few points: Cutting down our salt, and pure sugar intake Cutting down but not eliminating carbohydrates Eating more of these foods: Fruits Vegetables Legumes and lentils peas, beans etc Whole grain breads, rice and cereals All fish except for shell fish Added to this list are foods that give extra boosts of phytochemicals that help the immune system and a variety of body functions. Blueberries, cranberries and strawberries all contain phytochemicals. These are readily available in grocery stores. However to get the benefit of the phytochemicals, these berries...

Hepatitis C virus HCV is the most common, chronic blood-borne infection in the United States, with nearly 4 million Americans or 2 of the population infected. The hepatitis C virus can result in a swelling of the liver known as hepatitis C. Hepatitis C is slightly more common among men than women, and while it affects people of all ages, it is most commonly found among those aged 20-39. Hepatitis C infects the liver, which removes waste products and worn-out cells from the blood. If untreated, hepatitis C can lead to scarring of the liver known as cirrhosis , cancer of the liver and, in some cases, even death. The hepatitis C virus is spread through contaminated blood. Hepatitis C is most commonly spread through intravenous drug use, as users often share needles that are contaminated with the virus. People who had blood transfusions before 1990, when screening blood for HCV began, are also at risk. Tattooing and body piercing may also transmit hepatitis C if dye or needles contaminated with HCV are reused...

Alzheimer s is a neurodegenerative affliction that causes a decrease and your brain s ability to process information. Memory is the first part of your brain that is directly affected, so the first observable symptoms are usually mild forms of amnesia. Alzheimer s is actually a form of dementia, although you rarely here this were associated with it. Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe any progressive damage to the areas of the brain that control memory or any other cognitive function. Alzheimer s certainly fits the bill under that definition. The earliest stages of Alzheimer s is marked by gradual memory loss that tends to heighten as time passes. It begins as little things like having a hard time remembering what Jay or even month it is. They may find themselves losing items more frequently than normal, like misplacing keys. Not being able to recall current events and sadly in some cases not even being able to recognize family and friends are symptoms of the disease. Surprisingly, long-term memory...