Research says that anxiety and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) are closely related disorders. Many individuals with IBS also experience symptoms of anxiety, and vice versa. While the connection between these two conditions has been observed, the underlying reasons have remained a mystery. However, recent groundbreaking research has shed light on this intricate relationship by delving...
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One of the most crucial, though often overlooked, vitamins to our health is vitamin B-12. Without enough vitamin B-12 in our diets, we can feel tired, have trouble focusing, and so much more. Unfortunately, it is estimated that approximately 15% of the general population is deficient. These are the signs of vitamin B-12 deficiency and...
Almost everyone you know, whether it’s your grandparents, best friend, or boss, has complained of back pain. It’s one of the most common forms of pain; about 80 percent of Americans have or will get it at least once in their lives. The aches, spasms, and sensations you feel on your back can be triggered by...
Is your intuition telling you that your hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s is causing your chronic pain? I’ve got news for you.. your intuition may be right. Let me show you how hypothyroidism causes chronic pain… but most importantly, let me help you learn how to fix it! To start understanding how this works, you really need...
Nothing can ruin a summer’s night barbecue like the sudden appearance of mosquitoes. Yet, you may notice that some people get bitten while others remain completely unharmed. Your friends could be sitting right next to you blissfully unaware of these pests while you spend the entire night swatting at your face. There are actually several...
Experts agree that a sedentary lifestyle is terrible for people’s health. It increases the risk of blood clots, heart disease, weight gain, diabetes, mental health issues, and all-cause mortality. But people don’t need to live at the gym in order to have an active lifestyle. In fact, the simple act of walking could be enough...
Nothing understands how much the knees affect our lives until they stop working properly. Suddenly, the simple movement of standing up, sitting down, walking, and even changing sitting positions becomes a chore. There are many reasons for knee pain, such as a recent injury or arthritis, and it’s never fun Although it’s tempting to just...
It seems that everywhere you turn these days, someone is taking ordinary everyday items and bringing them into the future. This is the case of the smart window blinds that double as solar panels and slash your energy bill by more than half. Finally, proof that the word ‘smart’ can be attached to anything to...
Approximately one in twenty American women have self-reported using marijuana during pregnancy [1]. As weed becomes legalized and more socially acceptable, an increasing number of women are turning to the drug to treat pain and nausea associated with pregnancy, in an effort to avoid medications that may be harmful to their baby. What many women...
In 2020, it was estimated that over 55 million individuals suffer from dementia worldwide. Research suggests that this number is further estimated to double every 20 years. [1] This is why doctors must be able to detect individuals with the potential to develop Alzheimer’s as early as possible. This way, they can enter them into...
You can learn a lot about a person by their fingernails, especially when it comes to health. Anomalies such as changes in shape and color can indicate medical conditions such as psoriasis, heart disease, and even cancer. But keep in mind that brittle or discolored nails are not typically a cause for alarm since they...
How often you poop can reveal a lot about your body’s state of health. Regarding bowel movement frequency, it is essential to strive to stay regular. But have you ever really given much thought to how often you should poop to stay regular and healthy? A recent study published in Cell Reports Medicine has shed...