New study suggests that both vigorous exercise and muscle strengthening exercises, are important to maintain good health. I have always exercised, but I missed the boat, on lifting those weights until recently. To make a long story short, both exercise and working on those muscles are important and help you to live longer. Don’t forget good diet and weight control. And doing something is better than nothing.

It's Allergy Season

If you are wheezing or sneezing it's allergy season. It's worse on the East Coast because of Ragweed but we have weeds in California. Most of the symptoms are nasal but it can get to the lungs. Fortunately treatment is under your control by: avoiding other triggers like dust, animals or foods.. anti-inflammatory nasal sprays and non-sedating over the counter antihistamines.

The Value of Olive Oil

Liquid Gold. Studies show that olive oil improves various conditions such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease (CVD), neurodegenerative conditions, inflammation, endothelial function, lipid levels, antioxidant levels, and the gut microbiota. The unique composition of olive oil, notably its high concentrations of monounsaturated fats (MUFA), contributes to its numerous benefits.1 to 2 teaspoons a day in any form is all that it takes.

Drug Overdose Deaths Reach Record High

Drug overdose deaths reached another record level in the United States this spring, new data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows, as 2023 is on track to be another devastating year amid the drug epidemic.

More than 111,000 people died from a drug overdose in the 12-month period ending in April, according to the new estimates.



Narcan, the nasal spray that reverses opioid overdoses, is hitting store shelves this month for the first time as an over-the-counter medication — a milestone in the fight against the nation’s overdose crisis. Narcan is a nasal spray version of naloxone, the opioid antidote credited with saving countless lives during the nation’s overdose crisis.

Benefits of Avoiding Sugar

In a world where sweet temptations abound, it's essential to explore the often-overlooked advantages of avoiding sugar. While sugar can undoubtedly add an enjoyable touch to our meals and snacks, its excessive consumption has been linked to a host of health concerns. As researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, have pointed out, sugar can be as detrimental to our well-being as chain smoking or excessive drinking. Now, it's time to consider why breaking up with sugar could be one of the most significant health choices you make.

• Aging in fast forward: The more sugar you consume, the faster you age. According to researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, sugar is as harmful as chain smoking or excessive drinking. Time to break up with sugar!
• Heart Health: Want to increase your risk of heart disease? Just consume 17% or more of your calories from sugar. For those seeking a healthier heart, keep your sugar intake to a sweet 8% of your diet.
• Lower Cancer Risk: Mice on a high-sugar diet had double the risk of developing breast cancer compared to those on a low-sugar diet. 
• Healthier Teeth: Less sugar, fewer cavities. Time to give your dentist a sweet surprise!
• Clearer, Youthful Skin: Sugar damages elastin, breaks down collagen, and leaves your skin feeling less supple and bouncy. 
• Improved Mood: Sugar may give you a quick boost, but it can also leave you crashing down. Avoid the sugar rollercoaster and keep your mood elevated.
• Enhanced Brain Power: Ditching added sugars can boost cognition and mental productivity. Say goodbye to sugar-induced brain fog and hello to sharp thinking! A study in Nutritional Neuroscience linked sugar consumption to negative changes in the brain's frontal cortex.

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