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April 27, 2017 - Issue 3904


Insulin Resistance Speeds Up Cognitive Decline

insulin resistance and alzheimer disease

April 27, 2017

It's getting hard to ignore. Alzheimer's is now linked to this far-reaching condition that touches millions - and influences your brain's formation of synaptic connections. It pummels your brain's blood vessels, promotes plaque formation and blocks your memory. How to stop it today.

Being a Night Owl Is Linked to Depression

night owl person

April 27, 2017

If you tend to go to bed late and wake up late, also known as having an evening chronotype or being a night owl, you could be at increased risk for depression. While going to bed earlier is ideal, there's a simple strategy that may help to protect your health if you're awake after the sun goes down.

The many wonders of calming sandalwood oil

Sandalwood Oil

April 27, 2017

Made from chips and billets of the Santalum album tree's heartwood, sandalwood oil has been used for many centuries because of its potent therapeutic capabilities. Read more to find out how you can utilize this fragrant oil at home.