Joint pain is a common problem that can significantly affect a person’s quality of life. It is often caused by conditions such as arthritis, which leads to inflammation in the joints. While there are many treatment options available, including medication and physical therapy, research suggests that incorporating certain foods into your diet can also provide...

Hyperthyroidism vs Hypothyroidism Our hormones are the messengers of our bodies. It is thanks to them that our different systems can talk to one another. Endocrine disorders, which are characterized by dysfunction of these messengers, have been estimated to affect 12% of the US population (6). You may have already heard about the symptoms associated...

When you go out for sushi, do you order crab sticks? Or at least, do you order rolls that have crab sticks in them? Well, in case you didn’t know, unless you’re at a pretty pricey place, those crab sticks aren’t real crab. That’s right: It’s imitation crab. Have you ever stopped to think about...

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health problem for many women. They are usually caused by bacteria entering the urethra and infecting the bladder. However, sometimes bladder pain can be a sign of a more serious condition like bladder cancer. It is important to be able to distinguish between the two in order to...

We’ve heard all about the benefits of lemon water—it’s a natural detox, it flushes out your system, and it helps with weight loss and digestion. But how much of this is myth and how much is fact? With so many claims and misinformation out there, it’s sometimes hard to separate fact from fiction. We’re here...

Laxatives can have powerful effects on your digestive health. Because of their effects in the body, laxatives can help relieve constipation and promote regular bowel movements. Surprisingly, there are many natural laxatives available that can be just as effective as over-the-counter products at preventing constipation. This article will examine 20 natural laxatives and how they...

Have you ever stood in your home, looked around and thought “Do I really need this much space?” Sure, you’ve got plenty of things to fill that space, but have you ever stopped to wonder how much of it is necessary and how much is just there to take up room? This British Columbia man...

Making friends as adults is difficult. Finding genuine friends who have no ulterior motives is even harder. Knowing a fake friend from a genuine one is critical for your happiness and for preventing you from wasting time, energy, and emotion on someone who isn’t worth it. Thankfully, there are plenty of little red flags to...

Have you ever had surgery before? If so, then you’ve likely been put under general anesthesia. Most of us will already know what this is: It’s something that doctors administer to their patients ahead of surgery to make them unconscious and pain-free throughout the procedure. Have you ever stopped to think about what actually happens...

Inflammation in the body can have detrimental effects on our health. It can contribute to various chronic health conditions, not to mention just leaving us not at our best. Harvard gut doctor Dr. Jaqueline Wolf, has identified four specific inflammatory foods that she recommends avoiding. Remove these from your regular diet and watch how much...

Plants contain a plethora of beneficial properties and sweet potatoes, specifically, the purple varieties, which are high in the phytonutrients anthocyanins, have been found to contain anticancer properties [1]. Cancer Prevention    Rich anthocyanin content has been shown to suppress the growth of colon cancer stem cells. A 2009 review in the Cancer Letters Journal...

This article was originally published in June 2017 and has since been updated. Neurodegenerative diseases affect millions of people each year in the US alone. 5.3 million people are diagnosed every year with Alzheimer’s, which is just one of the long list of diseases that cause neurodegeneration. (1) Research is constantly being done to better understand...