Digestion

Sydney Towle, a vibrant Californian, was thrown into an unexpected battle with an aggressive form of cancer at the tender age of 23. Her journey began in early August when doctors stumbled upon a concerning revelation. A sizable mass lurking in her stomach, growing unchecked for four months. The signs were there, subtle yet insistent....

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Living with acid reflux and heartburn can be a daily struggle, impacting our comfort and overall well-being. Fortunately, there are ways to manage these conditions and alleviate symptoms through diet and lifestyle changes. These are some helpful, dietitian-approved tips on how to manage acid reflux and heartburn, including which foods to opt in and out...

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

Health & Wellness Journalist

Americans on average only eat about half the daily recommended amount of fiber.  It’s an essential component of the food we eat, and it may help you live longer. In studies, it has been shown to help prevent and fight type 2 diabetes. It has also been shown to help prevent heart attacks and stroke. What The Studies Show A recently released study...

Megan O’Neill

Megan O’Neill

Freelance Writer

We know the basic steps to keeping a young, healthy brain: eat healthy, exercise, and get a good night’s sleep. Our brain health may also be influenced by an unexpected source — our second brain. Within the walls of our digestive system is the gut, or the “second brain,” which contains bacteria that could help mold our brain...

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Gut bacteria, also known as the microbiome, refers to the trillions of microscopic organisms that reside in our digestive tract. These organisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes, play a crucial role in our overall health and well-being. If these bacteria are out of balance, it can cause illness and disease. These are the...

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

Health & Wellness Journalist