Snacking has been a topic of debate among health enthusiasts, with conflicting opinions on whether it is good or bad. While some believe it can be a healthy habit, others argue that it may lead to weight gain and other health issues. In this article, we will explore the effects of constantly snacking on both...

Millions of Americans are turning to herbal supplements to improve their health and well-being. However, recent research has shed light on the potential risks associated with some popular herbal supplements. These are the dangers of certain herbal supplements, including turmeric, green tea extract, ashwagandha, black cohosh, red yeast rice, and Garcinia cambogia, and their potential...

Losing weight is not easy for many people. While some seem to drop pounds immediately after even just small changes, others can’t seem to get the scale to budge. This has left some scientists to dig a little deeper into the world of weight loss and the human body to truly figure out what gives...

Ozempic, a medication originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes, has gained widespread popularity as an effective weight loss drug. It works by suppressing appetite and helping individuals shed significant pounds. However, while many have celebrated its weight loss benefits, there’s a lesser-known downside to consider: the potential for weight gain after stopping the medication.1...

Should We Avoid ‘Beige’ Carbs? Carbohydrates have previously gotten a bad reputation for spiking blood sugar, causing weight gain, and even contributing to diseases such as cancer [1]. As such, low-carb diets have been around for a while, including the ketogenic diet, which dates back to the 1920s, and the Atkins diet, which dates back...

Weight loss has never been considered a journey for the faint-hearted. Some people would rather resort to surgical fat removal than embark on diets and regular workouts. A survey published on Health.com explains that 2 out of 5 people who embark on diets give up after the first seven days. Another grim statistic is that...

Many of us grew up in the era when weight loss became an industry. Since then, we have been bombarded daily with diets, fitness routines, supplements, and more that promise the same thing: Weight loss. What does a healthy body look like, however, and what can one do to achieve it? Unsurprisingly, the answer is...

Diuretics, as substances that play a crucial role in maintaining our body’s fluid balance, are critical to our health and wellness. They assist in removing excess fluid, primarily water and sodium, from the body, a function that becomes particularly important when one experiences swollen arms, legs, or ankles. These symptoms may indicate more water and...

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...

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...

Bananas are one of the most popular fruits worldwide, known for their sweet taste, convenient packaging, and impressive nutritional profile. From boosting heart health to aiding digestion, these berries offer a myriad of health benefits that make them a must-have in your diet. Whether you enjoy them on their own, in smoothies, or as part...

A study conducted by a team of researchers at the University of Ulsan has found that regular consumption of kimchi, as part of a calorie-controlled diet, can reduce body weight, abdominal fat, and index body fat in both overweight and obese individuals. The study also suggests that fermented kimchi may be a medicinal food due...