PETER'S PRINCIPLES - October 28, 2007
Sue from Madison Heights emails and says she and her husband were discussing the power of prayer. Is there any truth that faith can help heal?
Sue, this is a great question. Researchers have been studying this for years. It all comes down to you! You have to believe!
Researchers found faith, religion and prayer can produce health benefits from an increased life span, to increased fertility to reduced risk of depression. A 28 year study of more than 5,000 people found those who went to religious services once a week reduced their risk of death by 25%. Another study of more than 21,000 people found those who attended religious services lived an average of 7 years longer. Experts believe it all has to do with having faith, hope and being happy.
Ann from Taylor emails asking if there's any new news out about breast cancer.
Actually Ann there is, and it is good news. A new study found the death rate from breast cancer continues to drop steadily by about 2% a year. There's more good news, breast cancer rates also fell. For women over age 50 the rates fell by almost 5%. Experts from the American Cancer Society say women have a lower chance of dying from breast cancer than they did decades ago. They say prevention is key. Proper nutrition and exercise is critical to prevent breast cancer and any disease.
