You have probably heard the term anemia before. Most likely, if you are aware of what that term might mean, you associate it with a lack of or low iron in the body. Anemia is actually quite a bit more complex than that. Not only is it an umbrella term that could mean a variety...

The benefits of being outdoors have become increasingly evident over the last several years. Getting outside helps you get more exercise and vitamin D, helps ease anxiety, encourages social behavior, and improves your sleep, self-esteem, focus, immune system, and creativity [1]. Because of this, city planners are looking for ways to increase access to outdoor...

The sauerkraut diet weight loss trend is going viral, but clinical evidence doesn't back the hype.

From acetaminophen overload to visceral fat, these 9 evidence-based things that damage your liver may be hiding in your daily routine.

Originally published at courtneyholmbergnd.ca In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety has become prevalent, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. While medical interventions can be crucial for severe cases, many individuals with mild to moderate anxiety might benefit from exploring natural methods to manage their symptoms. As a medical professional, I recognize the importance of a...

Coconut water from concentrate isn't automatically bad for you. Here's what the label really means, how processing affects nutrition

A new case-control study of 980 adults found that those with the highest Dietary Phytochemical Index scores had 52% lower odds of colorectal

You’ve had the bloods done. Your TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) sits neatly inside the reference range, and your GP tells you everything looks fine. And yet you’re flat by 2 pm, your hair is thinning, the weight won’t budge no matter what you cut, and some days your mind feels like it’s moving through fog....

A 2026 pilot study found a 15-pound weighted blanket cut anxiety scores by 3.6 points in hospitalized adults.

Originally published at courtneyholmbergnd.ca The Ketogenic diet is an extremely popular diet amongst the weight loss community. Originally brought to light for its promising research in epilepsy management, it quickly became a hopeful solution for those looking to quickly shed pounds without massive caloric restrictions. But like any trend, we must weigh all the pros and...

Originally published at courtneyholmbergnd.ca Iron is a crucial part of our daily diet and probably the most common deficiency among menstruating females. Fortunately, there are plenty of iron-rich foods that you can incorporate into your diet to improve your nutritional health, iron intake, and energy levels. This article will cover what foods are high in iron...

Turning 40 does not suddenly flip a biological switch. But some of the changes that began quietly years earlier can become harder to ignore. Skin may not bounce back quite the way it used to. Joints can feel less forgiving after a long day. Maintaining muscle and strength may require more deliberate effort than it...