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New at-home test offers promising alternative to colonoscopy There are some things you look forward to: a summer barbecue, a Caribbean cruise. Then there are some you don't, like an electric bill in August. But then, there are things you absolutely dread. Chief in that last category are invasive medical tests... with colonoscopies at the top of the list for most people. I get it--they're not exactly an afternoon in the park. So I have some good news for you. On Aug. 12, the FDA approved a non-invasive, colorectal cancer screening test that you can take in the privacy of your own home. It's not worth the weight: Excess pounds tied to cancer risk It's impossible to talk about cancer screening without bringing up cancer prevention. And, by association, it's impossible to talk about cancer prevention without broaching the subject of weight. I know this isn't news to you--or anyone who gets my Reality Health Check or monthly Logical Health Alternatives newsletter. But based on the findings of yet more research, it's worth bringing up again. Immunity Rot. The biggest American health concern of the 21st century? As many as 40 million Americans over the age of 55 are currently affected by immunity rot. Yet hardly anyone is talking about it! Until now. In this new video, discover what immunity rot is and how it can affect your health. Help yourself to “stop the rot.” Tinnitus relief at the bottom of your morning cup Tinnitus certainly isn't life-threatening, or even medically serious, but it is indeed annoying. And if it gets persistent enough, it can reduce your quality of life big-time. Luckily, a solution to the problem might be brewing (literally). According to a new study, caffeine intake may be associated with lower incidence of tinnitus in women... Want some twigs in your coffee? Didn't think so Before you start caffeinating, take note: not all java is created equal. Due to shortages caused by global warming, or corporate greed (or both), some coffee contains filler including corn, barley, wheat, soybeans, acai seed, brown sugar, rice, even starch syrup. And some unscrupulous producers are going even farther and have put in fillers like wood, twigs, sticks, husks, parchment--even clumps of dirt. So how can you avoid dirt-laced coffee? New study shows big brain benefits from one serving of fish per week I don't buy conventional medicine's "white flag" approach to brain health. The fact is, the medical establishment hasn't put enough--or any--emphasis on all the things you can do to keep your memory strong. But there are a number of safe, natural ways to protect and boost your brain health. In fact, a recent study showed some impressive benefits simply from eating fish once a week... How to find fish that's both safe and healthy When you're eating fish on a regular basis, you do have to be aware of some potential hazards. And one of the most important factors to take into consideration is mercury content. Luckily, there are some simple tips for keeping mercury and other heavy metals off of your dinner table...