Cannabis has always been a controversial topic. A lot of people associate it with recreational use but it can also be a natural remedy for pain, aging, and mental disorders. CBD oil is a chemical found in cannabis, and has gained significant attention for its potential health benefits. It is not psychoactive, so it can’t...

Experiencing a sudden, stabbing pain in the rectal area can be alarming and embarrassing. However, discussing and understanding these symptoms is crucial for identifying potential health issues. Recently, doctors on TikTok have been shedding light on a condition called ‘proctalgia fugax,’ which could be the culprit behind this mysterious pain.1 What is Proctalgia Fugax? Proctalgia...

Fibromyalgia is still a very poorly understood disease. Scientists are constantly researching to try and learn more about out and, hopefully, how to treat it. Researchers from Canada’s McGill University discovered in April 2019 that gut bacteria have a very strong link to fibromyalgia. In fact, the research team shows, that there are 19 different...

Everybody is unique with different attributes, with some being more desirable than others. According to a new study, certain lucky people may have bacteria in their guts that can break down cholesterol, effectively reducing their risk of cardiovascular disease. Previous research has already linked diverse gut microbes with a lower chance of heart disease. In...

Do you find yourself coming down with multiple colds every winter? Do eat healthily, get a good amount of sleep every night, and still feel run-down? It may be time to start taking better care of your lymphatic system. What is Your Lymphatic System? The lymphatic system is part of your immune system. It transfers...

Everyone gets anxious sometimes. Maybe you’ve got a big presentation coming up at work, you’re running your first marathon, or you’re working up the nerve to finally ask out your crush. Whatever it is, you feel nervous, perhaps a bit clammy, and your heart might feel like it’s beating faster than usual. But, could you...

At any given time of year, at least a few of the magazines on the shelves will have some article or headline dedicated to helping you finally achieve that oh-so-coveted flat stomach, six-pack abs, toned tummy, sexy midriff – whatever you want to call it.  For many of us, though, our mid-section doesn’t seem to...

Sepsis is when the body reacts in an extreme way to an infection. It’s dangerous and fatal when not treated in time. Every year, over 1.7 million people in the United States develop sepsis, and at least 270,000 die from it. Doctors still struggle to diagnose this condition that kills more Americans than stroke. Learning...

Two women embarked on a mission to age with good health, and happiness, and to be disease-free. As they researched medical studies and adjusted their lifestyles, they documented their findings on their blog and eventually their book, the Age Well Project. Susan Saunders was 36 when her mother developed severe dementia. She became her mother’s...

Leaky gut, or “intestinal permeability,” is a fairly new concept in the medical literature that has gained much attention over the last several years. For this reason, many doctors may not have even heard of the condition. The symptoms of a leaky gut, however, can significantly and negatively impact your quality of life. Knowing the...

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common yet poorly understood condition affecting the digestive system, often linked with significant psychological distress. Recent research has uncovered genetic links between IBS and mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression. Understanding these connections can help improve diagnosis and treatment strategies, providing relief to millions of sufferers. Genetic...

As a former lover of cheese who associated with other lovers of cheese (my band and I once wrote a song called “Cheese Girl”), it might come as a shock that I’ve renounced conventional cheese altogether. Cheese has typically been considered bad because of its high saturated fat content. However, new research is suggesting that...