Most public spaces and our homes are well-lit and relatively easy to navigate. However, there are times when tripping and falling seem to be unavoidable, particularly in cluttered environments or during nighttime trips to the restroom. With fall-related injuries being…
Did you know that a staggering three million men in the U.S. are currently living with prostate cancer, many of who are seeking ways to increase their survival rate? Good news – according to a 14-year study, making a few…
For decades, doctors have turned to antibiotics to treat urinary infections. But as the bacteria responsible for these infections are growing more resilient to medications, researchers have discovered a more natural way to keep your body infection-proof. Urinary tract infections…
Eating too much sodium has always been a big health concern, but have you ever thought about the amount of phosphate that you consume every day as well? This hidden mineral, widely used in processed foods, could be causing serious…
So many women face the frustratingly painful and disruptive experience of urinary tract infections (UTIs). With more than 50 percent of women experiencing at least one UTI in their lifetime, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center, it’s essential…
To significantly lower your risk of two of the most common types of cancer, lung and colorectal, you need to break two habits: sitting around too much and not breaking a sweat. A consistent exercise program and maintaining a respectable…
When it comes to planning your meals and following a specific diet, it’s essential to make informed choices and be wary of the food advice you find online. The paleo diet, for example, is quite popular and has countless nutritionists…
The human body has had thousands of years to adapt to eating wheat and gluten. So why do so many people still experience gluten-related health problems? The truth is, even for those who don’t have a gluten sensitivity, there’s very…
It’s finally happened. Your doctor has put a name to your illness. The years of not feeling quite right; of fatigue, achiness and brain fog finally have an explanation. And it all makes sense. You have an autoimmune disease. Maybe…
When experiencing fatigue, depression, weight gain, memory loss, hair loss, muscle cramps, dry skin, decreased libido, cold feet, confusion, delirium, or even heart failure, an under-performing thyroid (hypothyroidism) and iodine deficiency could be the culprits. However, many doctors don’t consider…