Sugar is found in everyday foods, as well as desserts and treats. Although a limited amount of sugar is unlikely to have a negative impact on your health, hidden sugars found in everyday food can easily increase the daily sugar intake. Weight gain, diabetes and certain cancers can follow. Disaccharides are sugars that contain two…
The digestive tract, which runs from the mouth to the anus, is responsible for digestion and absorption of nutrients. It is the digestive tract that allows us to develop and maintain our health. The digestive tract is the first organ to be exposed to environmental toxins and pathogens. It is also closely connected with our…
Contraception has evolved to be more effective and accessible for women who want to avoid pregnancy. Women have a wide range of options, from the pill and patch to rings to longer-acting devices like implants and IUDs. There has been very little innovation in the area of male contraception. A male pill is still an omission. Male…
Understanding what Medicare covers when it comes to quality healthcare is essential. Home health care is a good option for those who need medical assistance, but want to be treated in their own home. The question is: Does Medicare cover home health care services? Takeaways from the conference: This article will examine the Medicare coverage for home…
You might wonder if it is possible to delay your period if there’s an event that you are attending where you do not want to be on your period. It is possible to delay your period by several days, one month or even more. What you need to understand about naturally delaying your period and whether it…
Many people are seeking dietary and lifestyle modifications to improve their health and reduce our impact on the environment. This is due to a number of factors including a growing population, increased food demand, chronic disease rates that have worsened, rising healthcare costs and other factors. One area of interest is the use of protein…
Hippocrates summed it up best: “All disease starts in the gut.” Recent research has confirmed that you cannot ignore your microbiome when trying to improve, prevent or reverse diseases. Takeaways: Expert researchers Drs. Justin and Erica Sonnenburg PhDs are the authors of The Good Gut, as well as many other publications, which include eating more…
The obesity epidemic is not going to end any time soon. This epidemic affects 42 percent of US adults, increasing the risk for diabetes, heart disease, metabolic syndrome and inflammatory conditions. It also increases the likelihood of dementia, cancer and premature death. Weight loss is often sought by people to increase their quality of life…
Turmeric or Curcuma longa is made from the turmeric root, which is a flowering plant in the ginger family. Turmeric is used as a ground spice and the turmeric root is bright yellow. It is commonly found in Indian, Middle Eastern and Asian cuisine. Turmeric contains powerful bioactive compounds called curcuminoids, of which curcumin is…
Modern chewing gum has been on store shelves since the 1800s. It was based on the ancient Greeks’, Mayans’, Native Americans’, and other cultures practices of chewing natural fibers. The American chewing-gum market is estimated to be worth $5 billion and will continue to grow. Many people are curious to know the effects of chewing…
Fasting has been practiced for thousands of year. Scientists have been able, with the advancement of research, to discover many of the benefits of fasting. Intentionally restricting calories and food over a certain period of time can induce physical, psychological and/or even spiritual changes. The impact of fasting on longevity, both in terms of quality…
The topic of genetically modified foods, also known as GMOs, is controversial. Since the first GMO was released in 1994, the public has been exposed to a number of heated debates and books. There have also been lectures and studies. However, people still fall on either side of the issue. Here are some important questions…
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