PETER'S PRINCIPLES - NEW IN PRINT
Marla from Sterling Heights is concerned about losing her sight as she gets older, what can she do?
Marla, start exercising! A new study found people who exercised 3 or more times a week decreased their risk of developing age related macular degeneration by 70%!
Researchers say exercise reduces systemic inflammation. It also reduces the failure of cells that line the eyeÕs blood vessels. Both of these conditions play a role in the development of age related macular degeneration. Age related macular degeneration gradually destroys the sharp, central vision you need to see objects clearly. This can interfere with daily tasks like driving and reading.
So get out and exercise!
Cindy from Franklin drinks a lot of cola and wants to know just how bad it is for her?
It is not just cola that is bad, it is all caffeinated, carbonated drinks! A recent study linked most carbonated drinks to lower bone density among girls. Until this new piece of research came out, studies had only linked cola to the problem.
Researchers believe one of the problems is the caffeine in the drinks. Caffeine increases the excretion of calcium by the kidneys so less is absorbed into the bones. Colas are also full of phosphoric acid, which may lower blood levels of calcium causing weaker bones. Experts found no evidence of the carbonation itself causing bone problems.
Your best bet is to drink more water. 75% of all Americans suffer with some dehydration. Water is key to a healthy body, so drink up!
