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...
Oat milk is a non-dairy alternative that has gained a lot of popularity in recent years. Recently, however, questions have arisen about its nutritional value and whether it’s actually good for you. Let’s look at what oat milk is, how it’s made, why it exists, and the pros and cons of drinking it. Then, you...
Many of us likely don’t give much thought to our pancreas. What even is it, anyway? The pancreas has to do with the stomach—it’s vital to your digestion. The pancreas produces digestive enzymes and releases hormones (including insulin) to help control blood sugar [1]. Although pancreatic cancer isn’t extremely common (55,000 people are currently diagnosed...
Peanut butter was, at one time, a staple item in every school kid’s lunch box. As adults, however, we have underestimated the health benefits of peanut butter. Many of us have abandoned the creamy spread over concerns that it was too high in fat. Peanut butter, however, is full of vitamins and minerals that can...
The term “Early-Onset Dementia” (EOD) defines all dementia-related conditions with the onset occurring before 65 years of age (Giannakopoulos et al., 1996). Dementia, defined by the Alzheimer’s Association, is a general term for memory loss, language, problem-solving, and other thinking abilities severe enough to obstruct daily life. Alzheimer’s is considered the most frequent cause of...
If you ask small children and, unfortunately, a few adults, they’ll probably tell you that there is no right way to eat a vegetable. But as we get older, we learn just how important vegetables are to our diet and health so we try and get as much of them as we can. However, are...
Shopping at the supermarket has become more complicated than ever these days. You’re bombarded with choices, labels, and different ingredients. Many of the products at the supermarket make odd claims, like “more fiber,” “now made with REAL cheese,” and “gluten-free.” But do any of these labels hold any meaning? Likely, any food that has to...
This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links. Aloe vera is a common ingredient in soaps and moisturizers, but it may also have benefits for digestive problems. Some people have recently suggested that the consumption of Aloe vera juice might help...
This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links Many people are familiar with aloe plants and have likely used it to relieve the pain of burns or to cool a sunburn. However, the benefits of aloe vera go far beyond just...
No matter how old you are or how well you know your doctor, asking certain questions will always be awkward. This is especially true when it comes to our sexual health and private areas. We feel embarrassed, ashamed, silly, or dumb, and because of this we don’t ask important questions and remain in the dark....
Do you like ladyfingers? No, not the delicious and light ones used in make mouth-watering Tiramisu. We’re talking about okra, the nightshade vegetable with the weird texture and finger-like appearance – but don’t judge a book by its cover! Not only is okra an excellent addition to your diet, but it’s also incredibly beneficial for...
It’s a very common scenario: a patient comes into my office complaining of fatigue, struggling to recover from exercise or make it through their workday. Iron deficiency symptoms in women presents itself in myriad ways. These are all classic signs of anemia, a medical condition that occurs when your blood doesn’t have enough red blood...
