Did you know that your favorite junk food could be messing with your mind? It’s no secret that unhealthy, processed foods are bad for your waistline. But did you know that they can also affect your brain function? In today’s…
When faced with common bodily ailments, reaching for medication can easily become an automatic response. What many people don’t consider, however, is the potential for a natural, drug-free treatment to provide similar benefits. Doctors, too, are often too quick to…
One type of food that breast cancer patients should be wary of is high-fat dairy products. Research conducted at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research in Oakland, California, has shown that consuming these foods significantly increases the risk of death in…
We need acid to survive. It plays a crucial role in our overall health and well-being. However, not all acids are created equal. Some are beneficial, while others can be harmful. It’s essential to understand the difference between good and…
Summer is winding down, but many of us are still looking forward to a much-needed vacation. However, there are some health-related concerns that come along with travel, especially for frequent flyers. Cosmic radiation exposure is one risk that has recently…
Saw palmetto, extracted from the American dwarf palm tree, has been widely used for addressing various aspects of prostate and urinary health, such as urinary symptoms linked to an enlarged prostate and the pain and inflammation resulting from prostatitis. Rich…
Imagine walking into a room with 10 women. Did you know that at least one of these women is quietly living with a dangerous health risk? Many people, including doctors, are unaware of the biggest threat to women’s health. Today,…
A recent study supposedly showed that consuming more omega-3 fats, such as those found in fish oil, might increase the risk for prostate cancer. However, many experts disagree with that conclusion. The study was published in the highly respected Journal…
Are you constantly indulging in fried sugary treats like doughnuts or consuming excessive soft drinks? If so, you could be increasing your risk of colon cancer. Research from the United Kingdom reveals a positive link between colon cancer and high…
Something has gone seriously wrong with our digestive systems. Research shows that the incidence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is dramatically increasing worldwide. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are the two most common forms of IBD. The most prevalent symptoms…