Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a group of disorders that affect the connective tissues of the body that support bones, blood vessels, skin, tissues and organs. As a result, people with this disease commonly experience loose joints and stretchy skin. Individuals with this illness also have problems with collagen, which is a protein that adds elasticity and...
In recent years kale, blueberries, quinoa, and even cauliflower have dominated the conversation in the world of health and wellness. They have antioxidants and phytonutrients, they can be turned into chips, rice, and even pizza crust. Of course, each of these foods is very good for you (there are plenty of others too), and they...
If you suffer from an invisible illness, you’re probably already familiar with the frustration of well-meaning friends or strangers not taking your condition seriously. But when one young man visited the emergency room for a severe anxiety attack, he didn’t expect a doctor to dismiss his illness- let alone verbally and physically abuse him in...
Most of us recognize the signs of aging in ourselves. Maybe you start noticing some grey hairs, or experience a little bit of weight gain, or start getting a few aches and pains here and there. Scientists have recently found out that they can tell you’re aging too… by analyzing your blood plasma [1]. The Study...
Anxiety is an expected and normal part of life and could be triggered by a number of things including an upcoming deadline or presentation, taking a test, an important decision, or a disagreement with a loved one. We deal with anxiety in different ways, and it can be hard to deal with for many of...
The problems with vaping do not start and end with the explosion of the vaping devices which, while rare, have led to serious and fatal injuries [1]. As many know, thousands of vapers have been affected by vaping related illnesses or what is now known as EVALI (e-cigarette, or vaping, product use associated lung injury)....
You may have heard about water lentils, also known as rootless duckweed, water lenses, watermeal, Mankai, and lemnoidea. If not, here’s everything you need to know about this up-and-coming superfood. Water lentils are quick-growing aquatic plants that float on water’s surface. They are one of the smallest plants in the world and one of the...
Kale is an extraordinarily nutritious food. It is high in fiber and also vitamins A, C, B-6, and K. Kale is high in minerals like iron, calcium, copper, potassium, and magnesium. Kale also contains powerful antioxidants like quercetin. Though kale is extremely nutritious, there is a such thing as too much kale. There are two...
Ginger is a flavorful root that many cultures have been using in their cuisine for centuries. It adds a spicy kick to many sauces, stir-fries, dressings, and soups. It is also a common ingredient in tea. Not only does it taste great, but there are also a number of health benefits of ginger tea. From...
How much do you know about the health benefits of avocado oil? For many years, olive oil has reigned supreme as the healthiest of all the oils. Experts have recommended it to everyone thanks to its apparent benefits for your heart and your brain. Then, coconut oil swooped in and stole the spotlight. There are...
This article was originally published on July 31, 2019, and has since been updated. There are many processed ingredients which hide under alternate names, making it harder to identify what’s really in your products, unless you are very aware. Palm oil is just one of them. Considered as the most favorable vegetable oil, this extremely...
Kate Chacksfield was at a loss when her dog Ruby became rapidly sick in less than a week. She took Ruby to the vet, and wracked her brain to figure out the source of this sudden ailment, but came up with nothing. After Chacksfield paid almost $13,000 in medical bills, Ruby died. The cause of...
