Carl Lowe has decades of experience writing about health and nutrition for many publications, including Prevention Magazine and Self Magazine (where he served as the food and nutrition editor). He has authored and edited over 10 books about natural health, nutrition, and other subjects. He edited The Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Complete Home Medical Guide and was the nutrition editor for a Time-Life book series on health and nutrition. As a musician, he played viola with the Yale Symphony and bass with the Tommy Dorsey Band, and he has appeared on national TV.
A friend of mind once said it’s too bad we can’t bottle the placebo effect and sell it. In tests against pharmaceutical drugs – and other treatments, too – the placebo (usually a sugar pill) often
Scientists believe the secret to aging well could be hidden in an ancient viking remedy. An adaptogenic herb that sharpens minds and bodies.
Certain foods can slow aging by protecting your telomeres—your DNA’s timekeepers. Here’s how diet shapes your biological age.
Only about one in ten of us get enough of a vitamin that plays a central role in keeping muscles healthy. Your muscles depend on it to repair themselves.And even though research indicates that this
Benfotiamine, a special form of thiamine, may help protect against heart problems, diabetic complications, and Alzheimer’s disease. First formulated in the 1950s by scientists in Japan, benfotiamine
Discover why the ApoB test is a more accurate predictor of heart disease risk than traditional cholesterol tests.
Discover the hidden links between mood and cognition—and learn the most effective natural and medical strategies to regain clarity and peace of mind.
While many folks are obsessed with keeping their weight down, not many have been told that cutting calories is not the best way to lose weight and keep it off. Especially if you eat the typical
Feeling mentally foggy? Researchers are uncovering new ways to diagnose brain fog using cognitive tests, lifestyle assessments, and bloodwork
Tart cherry juice contains a fair amount of natural melatonin – pretty much identical to the melatonin your body is supposed to release in the evening to help you feel sleepy.
Bone fractures are more dangerous than you think—especially as you age. Discover the natural ways to save your bones.
Grape seed extract is a powerful antioxidant-rich supplement derived from the seeds of grapes, known for its high levels of oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs). Backed by research, grape seed extract
Discover the secrets to living to 100 in good health by nourishing your gut bacteria, exercising, and maintaining healthy habits throughout life.
A recent UK study explored the health claims of apple cider vinegar (ACV), focusing on blood sugar control, cholesterol levels, and inflammation. The results showed that ACV significantly help.
Volume 1: Issue #5Vitamins Can Slow Brain Shrinkage and Preserve Cognition-->If you’re past age 60, your brain is shrinking from one-half percent to one percent every year. You can’t prevent this
If you want to achieve optimal health, probiotics are a good place to start.You need the help of these good bacteria – probiotic bacteria – that live in your digestive tract. And the importance of
Want allergy relief and better heart health all rolled into one inexpensive remedy? The polyphenol quercetin found in certain fruits and vegetables has now been shown to help.
Discover how ginger, an ancient herb, can boost your memory, protect against cognitive decline, and strengthen your brain health.
Discover the truth about turmeric, including the real effects of Debunking Myths: The Real Effects of Turmeric (Curcumin) With Bioperine Supplements on Your Health
About six million Americans suffer from an autoimmune disease that can cut their lives short. It’s an illness that attacks the lining of the digestive tract. In addition to painful gas, bloating and
Is there a food better than protein for your muscles? Discover how fiber fuels strength, slashes inflammation, and helps you live longer.
It’s likely that you come into contact with this type of chemical every day. And that’s not a good thing. Science shows it can disrupt your hormones, wreck your thyroid, raise cholesterol levels, make
Your digestive tract is supposed to absorb nutrients from your food while keeping toxins and pathogens from entering your body – transporting them down and out.But the protective walls of your
Because researchers are now finding that electroacupuncture, the simple technique of applying acupuncture needles into acupuncture points accompanied by a tiny amount of electricity,..
Why do some people’s brains stay sharp into their 80s and beyond? Scientists are uncovering the secrets of cognitive super-agers.
A juice sold in many supermarkets is chock-full of potent anti-inflammatory natural chemicals that can provide powerful help for better blood sugar control, improved sleep, pain reduction, heart
The first genetic study to exam the link between alcohol intake and telomere length – a marker of longevity – is worth paying attention to.The scientists found that imbibing alcohol up to a certain
Milk thistle, a time-tested herb, is proving to be a powerful anti-inflammatory that supports joint health, metabolic balance, and cardiovascular wellness.
Is your mouthwash sabotaging your health? Discover how it affects blood pressure, exercise benefits, and overall wellness.
Discover Cognizin, a specialized form of citicoline -- a nutrient your brain cells need for sharp thinking, focus, attention, and memory.
New research suggests that the gut microbe Blastocystis, once deemed harmful, improves heart health and reduces body fat.
Volume 1: Issue #2 The Blood Sugar Control Secret Hidden in Apple Pie-->Highly prized for thousands of years, this warming spice was listed in the medical texts of India, China, Egypt and Greece
Discover the anti-aging benefits of glucosamine: from energizing cells to reducing wrinkles and extending lifespan.
One of the most remarkable things about many herbs is their versatility. Unlike pharmaceutical drugs, herbs contain a valuable mixture of beneficial natural compounds that modern science is just
While most people think of the act of stretching as something athletes do to loosen their muscles before a game or a workout, research into stretching now shows it can do a lot more than that.A few
When your immune system is operating correctly, it uses inflammation to attack invading pathogens and help heal damage to the body. But chronic inflammation – when an overstimulated immune system
Ensure you're getting the right balance of zinc and copper for optimal health. Explore the benefits.
The health benefits of green tea are widely known, but coffee? Not so much. Now exciting new research from Japan shows both popular beverages can benefit people with diabetes in life-saving ways. So
Experts have always agreed that olive oil possesses plenty of health benefits. But you know what?The latest research into this outstanding oil shows that we are still underestimating its medicinal
If you’ve been paying attention to recent health trends, you’ve probably noticed the growing popularity of bone broth.This kind of broth is usually made from the bones of beef, chicken or ham which
Over the years, many so-called “experts” have pooh-poohed the idea of eating organic food. They maintain that the nutrients in all foods are basically the same and that the small residues of
Discover the health benefits of oleacein in olive oil, from supporting gut health and brain function to reducing wrinkles and enhancing longevity.
About 80 years ago, when vitamin research was in its infancy, scientists began studying vitamin C.They discovered a disease called scurvy that resulted from vitamin C deficiency, and wanted to know
Though it doesn’t get heralded as much as it should, there’s a powerful antioxidantin some fruits and vegetables that can help your body grow healthier and defendagainst many of the signs and
Diseases that normally come with aging such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and Alzheimer’s, all have something in common — low grade, chronic inflammation.Even in healthy people, inflammation
Discover the benefits of astragalus, an ancient herb known for boosting immunity, reducing inflammation, and supporting heart and brain health.
From the 1970s, 80s and beyond, we were nagged into cutting back on our dietary fat intake as a way to reduce the risk of heart disease and other chronic ailments.Yet at the same time studies showed
Researchers report that about 90 percent of Americans don’t eat enough fruit for optimal health.1Which is a shame, because fruit is a delicious way to get extra nutrients and fiber that can improve
Discover the health benefits of fisetin, a powerful antioxidant found in strawberries. Learn how fisetin supports anti-aging, liver, brain, bone, and lung health.
Discover how whey protein helps with muscle building and supports heart health, blood sugar control, and gut health.
