Think of the gut microbiome as a garden. It is made up of trillions of microscopic organisms affecting each other and the body as a whole. The gut can house healthy microorganisms like bacteria as well as harmful viruses and parasites. Imagine them as a garden full of blossoming produce, or a garden with polluted...

While cannabis has been a controversial topic of debate and discussion throughout the world, its use has increased globally driven by legalization and growing societal acceptance. Many people once saw cannabis as harmless, but new research now reveals its damaging effects on the brain. This research highlights the risk of psychosis from cannabis use, especially...

Fordyce spots are one of those things most people notice but rarely understand. Have you ever spotted tiny white or yellowish bumps on your lips or genitals and wondered what they were? You’re not alone. These unexpected little dots can feel alarming at first, especially when they seem to appear out of nowhere. But take...

The hype around gut health has not gone away, and with good reason: So much of our health and wellbeing is connected to the health of our gut and digestive system. Unfortunately, very few things in our diets and daily habits are supportive of gut health. Thankfully, this is something we can have some control...

You probably don’t think twice before tossing a hot dog on the grill. They’re quick, tasty, and a total classic at cookouts. But here’s the kicker—those smoky links come with a not-so-fun side: the cancer risk of eating hotdogs. Yep, turns out your favorite ballpark snack might be doing more harm than good if it...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a recent recall of four powered supplements from Zaarah Herbals products by New York Wholesale Group. Elevated levels of lead and arsenic in the products prompted the recall. The affected products include Rasayan Churan, Gurmar Powder, Vasaka Powder, and Bhringraj Powder. New York Wholesale Group distributed these products...

What if we could find a way that enabled us to live longer? Well, perhaps the best person to study in this regard would be the woman who previously held the record for the oldest person in the world. Maria Branyas Morera earned that title in January 2023, when she was awarded it by the...

In the early stages, stomach cancer symptoms are often very subtle, making them hard to detect. Another issue is that many of these signs can easily be mistaken for other common digestive issues. Yet, detecting and treating this disease in the early stage is very crucial if you wish to beat it. Therefore, it is...

A man from New South Wales, Australia, became the first person to leave a hospital with a totally artificial heart. Made from titanium, this device is meant to be used by people with heart failure who are awaiting a donor. The life-saving technology is meant to serve as a “stopgap,” and recipients previously remained in...

If there’s one vitamin that people don’t talk about enough, it’s vitamin K. When they do talk about it, they are often referring to vitamin K1, also known as phylloquinone. Though K1 has plenty of benefits and is important to understand, its lesser-known cousin, Vitamin K2, or menaquinone, is equally as important. What for, exactly?...

We all know at this point that high-sugar diets are not good for us. They increase our risk of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, dementia, Alzheimer’s, and also cancer. New research, however, is showing a somewhat surprising connection between high-sugar diets and one specific type of cancer: Lung cancer. We have associated lung cancer with smoking...

There is a seemingly unlimited variety of different supplements that claim to support your health, enhance lifestyle, and address deficiencies. There are supplements that boost energy levels, support your immune system, improve joint and bone health, and enhance athletic performance. However, while many supplements do provide a range of health benefits, in certain situtations, there...