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December 3, 2016 - Issue 3759


Prescription for Change — How to End America's Opioid Addiction

Prescription for Change — How to End America's Opioid Addiction

December 3, 2016

Shameful but true, doctors often dance around the truth. If you don't look out for yourself on this one, your doctor may lead you down a path you'll regret for life. And considering how often this kills within the first 2.5 years, it may be a shorter life than you intend. Buyer beware.

Prematurely Gray? This Is Probably Why

man with premature gray hair

December 3, 2016

Gray hair has been linked to aging ever since humans have lived long enough to experience it. Some people don't like it though, and want to turn back time somehow. New research suggests it may be possible. Graying hair could involve signaling proteins, or a shortage of color-producing melanocytes. Could certain foods help, too?