Microbiome

As we’ve previously noted, research remains robust on the health benefits of coffee and caffeinated beverages. Given our national obsession with consuming coffee and the growing popularity of all sorts of tea drinks, it’s no wonder that researchers continue to uncover all of the ways that drinking coffee or tea…

There’s a lot to worry about these days. Whether it’s politics, war, the economy, or climate events, many of us are on regular alert with anxiety and distress on a daily basis. If you’re an older adult, you may also have personal issues that add to that worry- your physical…

While presumably we all hope for a long and healthy life, many of us fall short on both counts, and some of us live longer but not always healthier. In the US, the average life expectancy for men is about 75 years old, while for women, it’s about 80 years…

So, what’s your preference? A cup of coffee first thing in the morning (or several cups throughout the morning) or a later afternoon or evening pick-me-up to see you through until bedtime? There’s no right or wrong answer per se, and everyone has their own habits for when they enjoy…

The flow of positive health benefits from drinking coffee continues to pour in from medical journals, though researchers continue to admit they are not quite sure whether the benefits stem from caffeine in the coffee or from some of the 2000 other chemical compounds found in coffee, especially those with…

While we’ve had occasion over the years to discuss dental health as you get older, the evidence keeps mounting that a healthy mouth is linked to healthier and happier aging, and, conversely, dental problems can be serious health concerns and may themselves trigger other serious, even life-threatening health problems.   …