The causes of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have been a long-standing subject of scientific inquiry, but also a target for persistent, unproven claims. The current scientific and medical consensus stands in stark contrast to recent, widely publicized claims by the Trump administration and Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr concerning the...
If you’ve ever experienced muscle cramps, you know how inconveniant and even painful they can be. Whether you’re woken up in the middle of the night with your calf screaming at you or you’re out for a run and your quad keeps seizing up, cramps are no fun. Perhaps at some point, a grandparent, parent,...
Aging is something everyone experiences, but how we age can look very different depending on the choices we make each day. Wrinkles and gray hair may be the most obvious signs, but the process of getting older affects much more than our skin. Our brains, muscles, hearts, and immune systems all change as the years...
Have you ever looked down at your feet and spotted a small, fleshy bump that wasn’t there before? Maybe it is even a bit painful to the touch? If so, then you know what it’s like to discover that you have a wart. It’s okay, though – warts are actually a super common skin issue....
Heart attacks and liver disease remain prominent concerns for public health in the United States, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives each year. Mount Sinai cardiologists Dr. Evan Levine has raised concerns about several common supplements and their associated risk of heart attack and liver failure. While some of these are perfectly safe and healthy...
If you’ve ever known someone who has had a blood clot, you know that they are no laughing matter. Blood clots are a significant health concern because they can lead to serious complications such as heart attacks and strokes. While medications are often prescribed to manage clotting risk, certain natural foods and supplements may help...
A pharmacist has recently warned his followers on TikTok about certain Matcha side effects related to women’s menstrual cycle. Considering how popular the drink has grown recently, his warning has been met with concern by those who love the green tea elixir. But how much validity is there to his assertions and do they weigh...
When it comes to our health, prevention remains supreme. Taking steps to give our bodies every possible chance to be healthy and strong is essential. While there are many factors that go into this, one of these that is most under our control is what we choose to eat and drink each day. The combination...
Everyone gets wrinkles at some point, but that does not mean you cannot slow them down. Wrinkles form when skin loses collagen and elasticity, which happens naturally as we age. Sun exposure, lifestyle choices, and even daily habits can speed up the process. The good news is that small changes in your routine can make...
Cases of fatty liver are rising worldwide. However, what you put in your body can make all the difference. Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist and hepatology specialist, has outlined four snack combinations that will help improve your liver health. These snacks can help, but work best when combined with regular movement, a realistic weight loss...
Gut health is becoming one of the hottest topics in wellness, and for good reason. The microbes living inside your digestive system influence everything from energy to immunity, and even your mood. What you eat has a direct impact on these microbes, and some foods are better than others at keeping them balanced. Among the...
Unless you are boiling, steaming, or baking your meal, you usually require some sort of fat or oil to cook with. Not only does this stop the food from sticking to the pan, but it also adds its own distinctive flavor to the dish and enables the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, such as A, D,...
