Gut health is becoming one of the hottest topics in wellness, and for good reason. The microbes living inside your digestive system influence everything from energy to immunity, and even your mood. What you eat has a direct impact on these microbes, and some foods are better than others at keeping them balanced. Among the...
The FDA is currently considering taking certain oral fluoride supplements that are swallowed off the market, specifically tablets and lozenges. Toothpastes and mouth rinses that contain fluoride are not affected, though, as these are considered topical. So far, the FDA has opened a review, held a public hearing, and set an internal target of the...
Schistosomiasis is a worm infection that can be picked up in warm freshwater. You could be swimming, washing yourself, or just standing in the water and the tiny larvae of the worm can suddenly slip into your skin completely unnoticed. A new study has revealed how this parasite is able to switch off the nerve...
Affiliate Disclaimer: This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links You don’t need a shelf full of supplements to stay healthy, just the right ones. In 2025, the smartest approach to wellness isn’t chasing trends, it’s about knowing which nutrients actually...
Have you ever run your tongue over your teeth and noticed a fuzzy feeling? That’s not just leftover food, it’s dental plaque, and if you don’t deal with it, it can cause serious trouble. Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth. It’s usually colorless or light yellow and...
Imagine being in the best shape of your life. You’ve never smoked a cigarette a day in your life. You have just completed over 3,000 miles of mountain cycling in a season. However, your doctor believes you may have lung cancer. Your whole world comes crashing down. Your first reaction is denial. How? Why me?...
The Trump administration is looking at revisiting the scheduling of marijuana which has sparked debate amongst the public and experts alike. The drug is still illegal at the federal level, but 24 states have legalized it for recreational use, and many more permit medical cannabis. President Trump stated in an interview on August 11th that...
It is surprisingly common to unexpectedly find a bruise on your body. Bruises typically form when the blood vessels under your skin break and start to leak. The blood then changes color as your body goes through the process of reabsorbing it. Women are also more likely to experience these random bruises than men. Most...
Alzheimer’s has become all too familiar in today’s world. Chances are, you may know a friend or family member who suffers from this cognitive disease. According to experts, there are four main warning signs that your brain may be showing early signs of Alzheimer’s. These signs can become noticeable many years before actual symptoms of...
Unless you are boiling, steaming, or baking your meal, you usually require some sort of fat or oil to cook with. Not only does this stop the food from sticking to the pan, but it also adds its own distinctive flavor to the dish and enables the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, such as A, D,...
A 25-year-old mother from Florida, Cloey Eyes, is raising alarms about vaping after experiencing ‘popcorn lung’-type symptoms from 2 years of use. She woke at 2:30 a.m. with sharp chest pains and believed she was experiencing a heart attack. Terrified and struggling to breathe, she struck her chest repeatedly in an attempt to catch her...
Scientists are issuing new health warnings amidst concerns about the growing strength of cannabis today. According to a new Canadian study, levels of THC have increased significantly in cannabis markets. THC is the primary psychoactive compound responsible for the ‘high’, psychedelic feeling. In the early 2000s, THC levels in cannabis were at an average of...
