Autoimmune diseases are becoming increasingly common. The older we get, the more likely we are to develop one. It is important that we do as much as we can to prevent this so that we can not just live long, but live well. What Is An Autoimmune Disease? Autoimmune diseases are diseases that cause the...

Julie Hambleton
Health & Wellness Journalist
Julie Hambleton has a BSc in Food and Nutrition from the Western University, Canada, is a former certified personal trainer and a competitive runner. Julie loves food, culture, and health, and enjoys sharing her knowledge to help others make positive changes and live healthier lives.
Are you someone who likes to enjoy a cup or two of coffee each morning? Or perhaps you’re someone who essentially needs it to feel like a functioning human being if you have to get up before 9 am. Either way, you’re probably used to hearing people say that coffee is bad for you and...
The liver is an essential organ that performs numerous vital bodily functions. It plays a crucial role in digestion, detoxification, metabolism, and energy production. The liver is often referred to as a “forgiving” organ because it has the ability to regenerate itself to a certain extent. However, continued damage can lead to inflammation, scarring, and...
Breast Cancer is terrifying. It is the most commonly diagnosed cancer for women across the globe, and the second-most prevalent cancer overall. (1) This statistic rings true in the United States, where 1 in every 8 American women are expected to develop breast cancer in their lifetime. (2) Naturally, many resources have been put into...
Every year, cancer remains on the list of top causes of death for humans around the world. For this reason, scientists are still searching for solutions. In 2021, researchers discovered that a certain type of collagen seems to prevent dormant cancer cells from becoming active. This could change how we treat cancer in the future....
Cancer is not a word anyone wants to hear coming from their doctor’s mouth. For anyone who has suffered cancer or is close to someone who has, they know too well how devastating it can be. While there are plenty of things we can do in our daily lives to prevent cancer, there are also...
The older we get, the more we become conscious of protecting our brains. While there are plenty of ways you can exercise your brain to keep it sharp, diet is one of the most important factors in keeping your brain healthy as you age. A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy...
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death among women in the United States. Specifically, female cancers, such as breast cancer, are at the top of the list of the most common. Few women actually know, however, the signs and symptoms of breast and gynecologic cancers. Knowing this information could save your life, or...
Everyone gets anxious sometimes. Maybe you’ve got a big presentation coming up at work, you’re running your first marathon, or you’re working up the nerve to finally ask out your crush. Whatever it is, you feel nervous, perhaps a bit clammy, and your heart might feel like it’s beating faster than usual. But, could you...
Fatty liver disease, also known as hepatic steatosis, is a condition in which excess fat accumulates in the liver. It is a common health problem that various factors, such as obesity, unhealthy lifestyle habits, and metabolic disorders, can cause. Knowing the causes, symptoms, types, and lifestyle-based approaches is the best way of preventing and managing...
At any given time of year, at least a few of the magazines on the shelves will have some article or headline dedicated to helping you finally achieve that oh-so-coveted flat stomach, six-pack abs, toned tummy, sexy midriff – whatever you want to call it. For many of us, though, our mid-section doesn’t seem to...
Some time ago, we published an article about Granny Pods and how they could revolutionize elderly care and mean the end of nursing homes. It was truly inspiring hearing about a company that treats seniors’ golden years like… gold, let alone the fact that children wanted their aging parents close to home. That’s why it’s...