Whether we hear about it in commercials, health facts, cooking shows, or the news, there’s just no escaping protein in the media. Given the crucial part it plays in the proper functioning of the human body – after all, if there is one molecule that best embodies the trite adage of “you are what you...
How do you prefer to fall asleep? On your back? On your side? Maybe you flop face-down onto your bed every night. Perhaps you like to curl up into a little ball, or spread out and take up the entire bed. Whatever your go-to position is, we know one thing for sure: sleep is important...
This article was initially published in March 2022 and has since been updated. Natalie Rogers first noticed a lump of hard skin on her son Jaiden’s thigh seven years ago. She didn’t think much of it right away, but when it quickly began spreading to other parts of his body, she knew something was wrong....
Supplements are often taken to fill the gaps in our diet and support our overall health. However, it’s important to know that some supplements should not be mixed together due to potential interactions and reduced absorption. In this article, we will explore 13 supplement or medication combinations that should be avoided for optimal health. It’s...
Frozen shoulder is a common condition in which the shoulder stiffens, reducing its mobility. It is also known as adhesive capsulitis. The term “frozen shoulder” is often used incorrectly for arthritis, but these two conditions are unrelated. Frozen shoulder refers specifically to the shoulder joint, while arthritis may refer to other or multiple joints. It commonly...
To this day, etiquette is unavoidable, it is a part of our everyday lives. Many of the basic etiquette rules are based on morals and keen judgment of social situations. According to Binghampton University etiquette is ‘practicing good manners, knowing how to behave in a given situation, knowing how to interact with people’. Why you...
Imagine going through two decades of unsuccessful doctor’s appointments and visits to specialists. It would be a miracle if you didn’t lose your mind trying to nail down what was ailing you. What would be worse is finding out years later that this mysterious problem of yours is actually an uncommon and dangerous type of...
Ovarian cancer is the foremost cause of gynecological cancer death. It’s also extremely difficult to screen for and to diagnose at an early stage. However, a controversial blood test exists that can measure the cancer antigen 125 (CA125) that can potentially detect ovarian cancer in its early stages. So why is it that ovarian cancer...
Sciatica is a symptom of a problem in the spine, usually the result of a herniated disc or other types of spinal injury. The sciatic nerve is the longest in your body, running from your lower back to your feet. When this nerve is compressed or irritated by an injury or a problem with your...
H. Pylori is a bacterium that infects the stomach and the upper part of the small intestine. It is estimated that approximately half of the world’s population carries this bacterium in their gastrointestinal tract, often without experiencing any symptoms. However, for some individuals, H. Pylori infection can lead to several health problems, such as peptic...
Heart health is a crucial part of living a full and healthy life. Despite this, far too many people in the United States and worldwide are living with poor heart health. In America, heart disease is one of the leading causes of adult death. Cardiologists have been studying heart health for decades, and they have...
Brandie Boyd Meyer’s symptoms began in her first trimester of pregnancy. It was late 2015, and the episodes made her feel shaky and “out of it.” But she chalked it up to pregnancy or low blood sugar. But after she gave birth in mid-2016, the symptoms continued. For the next four years, she got diagnosed...
