Most Americans know the struggles that come with trying to meet their health insurance deductible, especially when faced with a devastating illness or medical emergency. Lee-Ellen Macon, 57, is one such person. She’d already been through breast cancer, but earlier this year, she found out her cancer had come back and was now stage IV....
How do you measure success? How do you define happiness? From the time we are born, we are taught both overtly and subconsciously that the path to satisfaction and joy is through material gain.. You know you’ve “made it” when you have the big house, the expensive car, and the fancy clothes. We idolize the...
Avocados are one of the world’s favorite foods. This savory fruit (yes, it is technically a fruit!) from Latin America is used all over the world, from guacamole to tacos, sushi, burgers, salads, and more. Not only are avocados delicious, however, but they are also extremely good for you. In fact, a relatively new study...
Fish can be an excellent part of a healthy diet, providing important nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids which can lower your risk for diseases like cardiovascular disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s and dementia, age-related macular degeneration, and rheumatoid arthritis, among others [1]. However, there are some fish you shouldn’t eat. Unfortunately, due to human industrial activity like...
Macinley Butson was the first Australian to win first place at the INTEL International Science and Engineering Fair in nearly 68 years. She invented armor with the aim to protect patients from excess radiation during breast cancer. Her hard work payed off and her invention has great potential, with experimental models showing the armor reducing...
In an impressive tale of resilience and hope, Steven Spinale, a Texan father in his late 30s, defied the odds after a seemingly simple act led to a life-threatening medical crisis. After trying to remove an ingrown hair from his groin area, Spinale was met with rare but severe health complications, which led to being...
Recent legislative efforts in California have sparked debate regarding the potential ban of certain snacks in public schools. Bill 2316, introduced by Jesse Gabriel, aims to prohibit the use of artificial dyes in foods served in California schools (like Doritos or Flamin’ Hot Cheetos) due to concerns about their impact on children’s health and development.1...
One of the most deadly diseases known to mankind is one that you’ve likely heard of but aren’t overly familiar with – rabies. With its high mortality rate, rabies is a disease that affects both animals and humans, making it a significant health concern worldwide. Let’s explore what exactly rabies is, how it is transmitted,...
When you eat fruits and vegetables, do you eat them skin-on or do you take it off? I’m not just talking about the obvious ones, like bananas or oranges. How about items such as cucumbers, carrots, apples, or potatoes? Do you peel them before eating them or just wash and go? We often find ourselves...
When it comes to the health and longevity of their children, Japan has set a benchmark that the rest of the world can learn from. Japanese children consistently rank among the healthiest in the world, with low rates of obesity, high levels of physical fitness, and long life expectancies. So, what is the secret behind...
Some common causes of foot pain are fractures, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, Morton’s neuroma, heel spurs, gout, and neuropathy. Your first step is to get your problem accurately diagnosed so it may be cared for properly, and then you may try some common natural solutions for different foot pain. 6 Causes Of Foot Pain And How...
Teeth grinding is more common than you might think and if you wake up with an aching jaw and unexplainable headaches, you could be doing in your sleep without even knowing. In fact, about one in three people suffer from bruxism, which is the technical name for teeth grinding. Most often, it’s caused by stress...
