Life Extension Magazine.

Anti-cancer compounds have been identified in an Asian vine called Gynostemma pentaphyllum. Clinical trials are needed to see if this plant impedes cancer in humans.

Just a single dose of common sleeping pills such as Xanax® or Valium® can suppress production of melatonin and create other health issues.

Four plant compounds have been shown to relieve after-meal bloating and other GI disturbances.

Immune health can be improved with nutrients that function via multiple pathways.

Studies in Britain and the U.S. reveal huge disparities in healthy longevity based on socioeconomic factors and behavioral patterns.

Resveratrol lowers glucose levels in type II diabetics; vitamin E improves multiple factors in leukoaraiosis patients; branched chain amino acids boost physical function after stroke; carotenoids associated with reduced dementia risk.

Chlorophyllin helps detoxify deadly chemicals that enter the body, while offering protection for cellular DNA.

The book Cook for Your Gut Health provides 60 recipes designed to encourage a healthy microbiome and help prevent chronic GI inflammation. We highlight three flavorful recipes.