For most of us, our eyesight is the most precious of the five senses. Sadly, more than 11 million people have such severe problems with their vision that glasses can’t correct them. And according to a study published in the Archives of Ophthalmology, when vision problems in folks under the age of 75 can’t be corrected, their chances of dying more than double due to trouble with walking, a decrease in doctor’s visits, exercising less, falling more, living a more socially isolated lifestyle and a poor diet. But there are some simple, all-natural solutions to help your dimming sight.

Supplements that incorporate melatonin, the chemical used by the body to regulate sleep and other functions, could also reduce the effects of aging. The chemical has also been found in some research to have antioxidant properties which can reduce damage to the heart from oxidative stress. And now scientists at Arago Laboratory in Banyuls-sur-Mer, France, have found that a treatment using the chemical have improved the longevity of some animals, including the greater white-toothed shrew.

Having a balanced body chemistry means your acid/alkaline levels are slightly in favor of alkalinity on the pH (potential of hydrogen) scale. On the day you’re born, you are a model of perfect metabolic health, which if maintained will help you live a long and healthy life. However, as you age you become more acidic because you build up more acid waste. And although there are many reasons for this accumulation of acid waste which negatively impacts your health, the main cause is a poor diet.

A new review suggests middle-aged individuals with osteoarthritis of the knee should consider several different treatment options in order to remain active. "There is an increasing trend in the United States of people who want to stay active in sports and recreational activities after the age of 40," said lead author Brian Feeley, M.D. "These patients are not content with being told to stop what they love doing."

When you lack energy, you can feel it right down to your core. And when your body starts to show signs of an “energy crisis” on the outside, you can bet that what’s happening on the inside is a matter of serious concern. Why? Because your precious supply of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)—the “energy switch” that sparks life to your cells—is running low.

Migraine headaches may do much more damage than cause a throbbing pain. A new study confirms that individuals who suffer from migraines are about twice as likely to have a stroke caused by a blood clot, compared to those who don’t get the painful headaches. According to Reuters, researchers analyzed the results of 21 previous studies conducted between 1975 and 2007, and involving more than 622,000 adults with and without migraines.

You don’t want to lose your teeth… and become yet another statistic in the numerous health problems that can be traced to the onslaught of diabetes. Many people have blood sugar problems… and most of them haven’t a single clue about why they’re suffering. And if you ignore them, these blood sugar problems can cause major health problems in your entire body—including your eyes, kidneys, heart and blood vessels, as well as your teeth and gums.

A new study has found a possible treatment for colitis. Researchers say mice that were given the probiotic Bacillus polyfermenticus during the non-inflammatory stage of the disease showed reduced rectal bleeding, less inflamed tissue and gained more weight than the mice that did not receive it.

It’s true that a healthy colon could possibly add years to your lifespan. And not only that, we all want to experience regular and painless bowel movements associated with a healthy digestive system. For optimal colon health, the key is to eliminate the debris and impacted fecal matter lining your colon so your body can properly absorb nutrients and get rid of parasites and sickness-causing bacteria.

New research suggests there’s another reason to avoid junk foods like soda and processed foods. Scientists from the Department of Medicine, Infection and Immunity at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine have found that the high levels of phosphates often found in these foods accelerate signs of aging. Researchers examined the effects of high phosphate levels in three groups of mice.