Depression is a struggle that many people face, with the National Institutes of Mental Health reporting that in 2014, an estimated 15.7 million Americans aged 18 or older experienced at least one major depressive episode. While doctors typically attribute depression…
The War on Cancer has provided us with vast amounts of information about the disease, and while there have been some successes, we have not yet learned how to cure cancer. This is mainly because cancer presents a moving target,…
You may be familiar with the fact that maintaining a healthy weight and staying physically active helps keep your heart in great shape. However, you may not know that constipation can actually contribute to chronic diseases such as heart disease,…
A solid foundation for a balanced body includes proper posture, strong abs, and an uplifted spine. Strengthening your spinal and abdominal muscles not only provides better support to your body but also helps prevent pain from poor posture. Enter the…
Humans are intelligent beings, always innovating to make life more convenient and comfortable. But with inventions such as smartphones and virtual reality, the artificial environments we’ve created may be taking a considerable toll on our health. Artificial food Food manufacturers…
Most people don’t focus on their health until they get sick, and a life event like a serious disease often becomes the wake-up call needed to start making healthier choices and improve overall well-being. Throughout numerous conversations with cancer patients,…
Men generally relate PSA (prostate-specific antigen) to prostate cancer, and a high PSA to a higher likelihood of developing the disease. However, a high PSA does not always mean prostate cancer. How high is too high? Determining the level at…
A few weekends ago, I indulged in something I hadn’t eaten in years and was soon hit with an intense food craving that also hadn’t surfaced in years. Looking back at my experience, I’ve realized that my life-long commitment to…
Understanding and harnessing your sexual energy can have far-reaching benefits for your mental, emotional, and physical health, leading to a longer and happier life. What is Sexual Energy? Sexual energy can sometimes be misunderstood or bring up negative emotions for…
If you’re a woman, there’s a good chance that medical research isn’t adequately addressing your needs when it comes to surgery. It turns out that surgical studies have been largely ignoring the unique needs of women, hurting overall patient care.…