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Quit Taking This Memory-Stealer Today

Sleeping pills are no joke.

A few years back, I had a layover flight in Charlotte, North Carolina. It was early in the morning, so I headed to Starbucks for some coffee. I happened to run into my brother. He had come in on the red-eye from Los Angeles and had the same idea to get coffee. We chatted a bit and he mentioned he had been able to sleep on his flight because he took an Ambien, a prescription sleeping pill.

Are Any Artificial Sweeteners Safe?

Are there any safe, sweet alternatives to sugar?

Research on artificial sweeteners is still emerging. Several readers have recently asked about stevia – one of the newer artificial sweeteners on the market – and whether it's safe...

How to Make a Fortune From the 'Inevitable Crash'

"The next 12-18 months could help you make a fortune before the inevitable crash." That's what Steve Sjuggerud told listeners last night during his emergency briefing on his market "Melt Up" theory.

Last night, Steve and Stansberry Research founder Porter Stansberry discussed:

They're Catching on to Us

The world is catching on...

In 2011, I first warned readers of the dangers of triclosan – a chemical commonly found in antibacterial soaps. Studies showed that not only was triclosan useless, it causes developmental and reproduction problems. Triclosan also reduces muscular strength and cardiac function of heart tissue... increasing the risk of heart failure.

Preparing for the Oil Price Boom

On Wednesday night, we held a special presentation: "Oil $500: How to Make a Fortune From the Biggest Event in the Oil Business in 50 Years."

Porter Stansberry sat down with our new analyst, Flavious Smith, recently the chief oil and gas officer and executive vice president at Forestar (FOR)... growing the value of his division from $30 million to $312 million in seven years.

A Most Extraordinary Wine Experience

Sometimes I get an e-mail I can't wait to share...

And on Tuesday, I received one from subscriber J.P.D...

Try the Easiest Way to Limit Inevitable Losses... And Make Bigger Gains

No trading system in the world can guarantee 100% winners...

(If anyone promises you that they can, run!)

A Sweet Way to Lower Your AFib Risk

I love chocolate.

In fact, it's one of my favorite health foods.

Throw Away the 'Snake Oil' Once and for All

It's time to stop believing in cure-all health scams...

I read that fish oil supplements are a way to fix AFib? Any comment? – J.J.

'Is My Cellphone Really Killing Me?'

Several readers have asked if I'm exaggerating the dangers of radiation...

I'm not. You should be worried.