You’ve likely heard countless times that before attempting a gluten-free diet, it’s crucial to consult a dietitian or other nutritional expert. However, those consuming a typical gluten-filled diet might actually be the ones in serious need of nutritional help. By…
Eating a gluten-free diet doesn’t automatically equate to a healthy diet. As big food companies eagerly jump on the profitable gluten-free bandwagon, the market will likely be saturated with junk food options, making it more difficult to choose a nutritious…
Did you know that four out of ten older adults receiving home healthcare are probably taking one or more prescription drugs that are unsafe or ineffective for someone their age? This is a startling statistic that could be putting seniors…
This year has been particularly bad for allergy sufferers. Weather conditions have led to one of the worst allergy seasons in decades, especially for mold allergies. As we transition from summer to fall, ragweed pollen takes center stage, causing hay…
Natural medicine could save you significant amounts of money, and potentially cut the nation’s health expenditures. The popular belief that only a doctor or a pharmaceutical drug can cure illness is simply not true. In many parts of the world,…
Living in affluent neighborhoods might just give your heart a boost! According to recent research at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, women living in wealthier areas experience significantly fewer cases of cardiovascular inflammation, a common contributor to heart disease, compared to…
White people in the United States have a longer life expectancy than blacks. However, the gap has recently narrowed, and this life expectancy difference now displays the lowest margin ever recorded. While this may initially seem like good news, it…
Did you know that regularly smoking marijuana as a teenager can have a lasting impact on your intelligence? It’s true! Studies now show that adolescents who smoke marijuana regularly may see a decrease in their IQ as adults. This is…
Scientific studies have the purpose of being unbiased and objective. When it comes to researching a new drug’s effectiveness, researchers are expected to accept and publish their discoveries, regardless of the outcome. Regrettably, the reality of the situation is far…
Cancer cases are expected to surge by 70 percent over the next 20 years, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). That’s a frightening statistic. However, much of this increase is linked to four lifestyle factors that you can adjust…