Newsletter Archive – 2010

If you missed a recent bi-weekly newsletter from Jon Barron, don’t fret! We have archived all the health newsletters below for your convenience. Scroll topics or if you are looking for specific health information, use our search field above. More than likely, Jon covered your topic in one of these health newsletters!

A Quick Walk a Day Keeps Arthritis at Bay

A study found that taking a brisk walk for less than 10 minutes per day is associated with a decrease in the risk of developing a disability for those with osteoarthritis in a lower-extremity joint.

Getting Rid of Wrinkles

US consumers spend $53 billion a year on anti-aging products. For all that money, what kinds of results do consumers get? And how safe are the products available?

Put That Fork Down at Night

While you may think it’s not such a big deal to eat a late dinner, according to new research, it could be taking a significant toll on your waistline.

Can Marijuana Make You Go Crazy?

Back in the 50s, public schools dissuaded students from experimenting with marijuana by saying it caused insanity. Are such reports a continuation of the anti-marijuana hype, or is there some validity to them?

Springtime Allergies on the Rise

You might be noticing that your allergies are worse than usual lately. If that’s the case, you are hardly alone. New research suggests that hay fever has been increasing in recent years.

Oil Pulling For Detoxing?

Does Oil Pulling Detox The Body? I think the first time I became aware of oil pulling was back in 2004, when people began writing into the Foundation asking what I thought of the technique. Suddenly, this "ancient" technique was the latest in "detoxing" protocols...

Stalking Good Nutrition

If you are always looking for ways to improve your diet, you might want to give celery some serious consideration. April is National Fresh Celery Month, and we think this is a very worthwhile celebration.

Hot Tea and Cancer Risk

New research suggests that, despite its health benefits, you need to keep an eye on the temperature of your tea because drinking it piping hot could be doing damage to your esophagus.

Mushrooms Help Protect Your Brain

While there is no guarantee that we won’t experience cognitive decline, there are steps we can take that will reduce its likelihood. New research now suggests that one form of brain protection could come from mushrooms.

Pneumonia Vaccines

Did your doctor advise you (or even strong-arm you) to get a pneumonia vaccine? It’s more effective than flu shots, it’s harmless, and plus, one dose lasts forever. Right? Or is there another side to the story?

Do Face Masks Really Help?

Wearing a face mask protects you from inhaling allergens and otherwise work as a shield against spreading and contracting flu and other infectious diseases. So, should you run to the drug store and buy a pack of 100 to protect yourself from all the sniffling people around you?

Showing Gratitude at Work is Good for You

A new study found that both the people who show gratitude to those around them at work and the colleagues receiving that gratitude have better physical and mental health.

Exercise—Better Late than Never

Good news!  It is not too late for you to begin exercising, even if you are well into middle age. New research suggests that you can live a longer life as long as you eventually become active.

The Flu Season: It’s Not Over

Instead of peaking in February, the incidence of flu this year is still climbing. Even worse, having had the flu once this year may not protect you from getting it again as it has changed strains.

Showered in Bacteria

If you consider yourself to be a pretty good housekeeper, then you probably focus on cleaning your bathroom. But there is one part of the bathroom that you likely never think to clean, and according to new research, it may be literally raining germs on you.

Food Monitoring for Weight Loss Success

Losing weight isn’t easy. However, according to new research, you might be able to achieve your weight loss goals using this method for just 15 minutes a day.

The Death of Sick Time

What’s up with people reporting to work sick? Don’t they get sick time off? As it turns out, not as much as you might think.

BARRON’S NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE

If you missed a recent bi-weekly newsletter from Jon Barron, don’t fret! We have archived all the health newsletters below for your convenience. Scroll topics or if you are looking for specific health information, use our search field above. More than likely, Jon covered your topic in one of these health newsletters!

Childhood Obesity and Cancer in Young Adults

We already know that obesity contributes to many health issues, and now you can add another one. New research indicates that childhood obesity is linked to developing cancer at an earlier age.

Prescription NSAIDs Put Your Heart at Risk

We all know the dangers of prescription pain relief medications such as OxyContin. So, if your doctor prescribes a non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) instead, you might feel safer. Or maybe not…

Bagged Salads

Should you buy fresh heads of lettuce or bagged salads?

The Sad Decline of Taste Buds

As you age, you reduce the number of taste buds and may enjoy less healthy foods that have more flavor.  Learn how inflammation may play a role.

Is Radon Killing You?

While everyone these days knows smoking is bad for you, there’s a world of ignorance about radon, and the fact is that it’s the Number Two cause of lung cancer in the US. Radon kills about 21,000 annually. Is your home safe?

Drop in Age for Joint Replacements

As we get older, the wear and tear on our joints begins to take a toll. However, new research shows that a common treatment for these problems—joint replacement surgery—is being performed on patients younger than ever.

A Happy Marriage is Good for Your Body

Many believe when you get married, you gain weight. Apparently that’s an old wives’ tale. According to new research, a good marriage helps you stay thin as you get older.

National Stress Awareness Month

All of us experience stress on a daily basis every single month of the year. But out of all those months, April has been appointed National Stress Awareness Month, so it’s the perfect time to explore all the ways we can combat the stress in our lives.

A Safe Distance from the Airport

Live near an airport? Research shows that people who live near airports experience higher levels of respiratory and cardiac problems compared to the population at large.

Natural Sustained Energy

Learn More: https://jonbarron.org/weight-loss/barron-report-natural-alternative-shake Carbs have picked up a bad reputation. When most people think of carbs, they think of sugar and high glycemic foods. But the truth is good carbs are so much more. They power every...

Happy and Healthy St. Patrick’s Day!

There’s a very good chance you don’t think of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in healthy ways, but that’s exactly what we’re here to help you with.

Light Exercise Increases Lifespan

According to new research, if you can even find small amounts of time to do a little exercise, you will gain considerable benefits.