Quotes of the Day

The results of the large Spanish study known as PREDIMED were so dramatic. The group receiving the olive oil had about a one-third lower incidence (31%) of stroke, heart attack, and death than the low-fat group, and the mixed-nuts group showed a similar reduced risk (28%). By the numbers, the nuts-or-olive-oil "Mediterranean" diet appeared to be as powerful as statins, in terms of number needed to treat (NNT), for primary prevention of heart disease-meaning a population that had not yet experienced an "event" or a clinical diagnosis. [2023] - Peter Attia

Oil pulling is the simple but ancient technique of swishing oil in your mouth as a mouthwash. Use about one tablespoon of organic oil. Coconut and sesame seed oil work well, and olive oil is another option. Swish the oil around as long as you can. 10-20 minutes is ideal but it can be difficult to go that long. Spit the oil out when you are done (not in your sink) and rinse your mouth well. The oil pulls out toxins from your gum tissues and helps remove deeply embedded debris. This is a great treatment for gum problems, bad breath, or to increase your overall oral health. [2011] - Ramiel Nagel

When you are trapped in the sticky situation of not knowing who or what the heck everyone is talking about, pull one person aside and confide in her. Ask for information on what or whom they are discussing. [2009] - Leil Lowndes

Offer on deals on Friday, when most agents and investors have already begun wrapping up for the week and are planning their weekend fishing trip or barbecue! The same principle applies to holidays and especially to the end of the year. Savvy investors know that this is the best time all year to find deals, for two reasons. One, during this season, banks are in a hurry to unload their properties before the new year; and two, there is less competition for properties! [2015] - Brandon Turner

In general, any money you need in less than 5 years shouldn't be in stocks. Even balanced portfolios of 50% stocks and 50% bonds have lost money over that length of time. If you're saving for a down payment or another major purchase in the near term, your top priority has to be protecting your principal. Keep this money in a high-interest savings account or GICs. [2021] - Dan Bortolotti