Water's Edge Natural Medicine

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day! Take today to rest, recharge, and enjoy time with loved ones. A little extra sleep, a short walk, and a nourishing meal all count as self-care.

08/29/2025

New research shows intermittent fasting (4:3 method) may lead to greater weight loss than daily calorie counting. It might be easier to stick with, too. https://bit.ly/4m6TAfM

A new study found intermittent fasting to be more effective than daily calorie restriction. But the study results may not be applicable to everyone, experts said.

08/27/2025

Memory coach Jim Kwik recommends a simple morning habit to boost brain health: brushing your teeth with your non-dominant hand. It activates new brain regions and fosters mindfulness. Try it! https://bit.ly/4515MrL

A small challenge to start your day off right.

08/13/2025

The FDA plans to phase out 8 artificial food dyes - including Red 40 and Yellow 5 - due to health concerns. See which popular snacks may be affected and what to look for on labels. https://bit.ly/46ZlC8P

The FDA recently announced plans to remove 8 artificial food dyes from the food supply by next year.

08/11/2025

Love dark chocolate and tea? You're in luck. A specific type of flavonoid found in these foods may help lower blood pressure by improving blood vessel function. https://bit.ly/4538NrF

Plant-based compounds called flavan-3-ols, which can be found in cocoa, tea, and apples, may help improve blood pressure and the health of blood vessels, a new study suggests.

08/08/2025

New reason to eat your veggies: fiber may help eliminate harmful 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) from your body. A new study found fiber can reduce PFAS levels, which are linked to cancer and fertility issues. https://bit.ly/46l2AJT

New research suggests that eating more fiber can help lower PFAS levels in your body.

08/06/2025

A new study suggests plant compounds called phytosterols - found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds - can lower your risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Yet another reason to eat more plants every day. https://bit.ly/46l2zFP

Eating a diet high in phytosterols, found in many plant foods, can reduce the risk of heart disease by 9% and type 2 diabetes by 8%, a new study indicates.

08/04/2025

Can a healthy lifestyle offset brain aging? A major study says YES. Shorter telomeres may increase the risk of dementia, stroke, and depression - but those who maintain healthy habits drastically reduce their risk, even with biological aging markers. https://bit.ly/451qKa2

A new study has found that dementia, stroke, and depression are more common in people with shorter telomeres — a biomarker of aging — but that healthy lifestyles may help mitigate this risk.

08/01/2025

New research links GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro to a higher risk of a potentially blinding eye condition in older adults with diabetes. If you're using these medications, monitor any changes in vision and talk to your doctor. Awareness is key. https://bit.ly/4lSprkP

New research links semaglutide and tirzepatide, which are GLP-1 agonists used to treat type 2 diabetes and aid weight loss, to a rare eye disease that may cause vision loss.

07/30/2025

High-functioning and burned out? Over-productivity can mask depression. Learn how to reclaim joy and spot the signs of hidden emotional strain. https://bit.ly/4kfTykN

PSA: It's time to put down the badge of busyness.

07/28/2025

A new study is testing psilocybin as a potential therapy for IBS - exploring the gut-brain link like never before. Could 'magic mushrooms' be the answer for treatment-resistant cases? https://bit.ly/4kNVhij

The first clinical trial examining the effects of psilocybin, the compound in magic mushrooms, on treatment-resistant IBS suggests altering the mind may be key to helping the gut.

07/25/2025

Your immune system needs sleep. One sleepless night can trigger inflammation and immune imbalance - similar to effects seen in obesity. https://bit.ly/405g88g

Feeling under the weather? Hit the hay