If you spend any time on social media, you’ve probably noticed a trend: everything is supposedly bad for you. According to viral posts, everything you eat, drink, breathe, or do will lead to an early death—typically by cancer or heart attack. Even water and fruit aren’t safe from the fear-mongering. If you’re wondering what’s actually…
America has long been regarded by its citizens and neighboring countries as a powerful nation. Phrases like “America the Great” and “America the Beautiful” reflect the pride many feel for their country. However, over the past 50 years, this perception has shifted as health has declined. Today, both Americans and the world see the nation…
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) that causes intense emotional and physical symptoms. It typically begins 7–10 days before menstruation and subsides a few days after it starts. Affecting 5%–8% of women, PMDD is often misunderstood, with limited awareness of its causes and management. In this article, we explore…
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic health condition on a war path. Every day, approximately 5,082 people in the United States alone are diagnosed with diabetes1. Within the same 24-hour period, an estimated 238 diabetes-related amputations occur. Additionally, an average of 120 individuals develop end-stage kidney disease as a result of diabetes, and 48 people…
We’ve all been there, literally every single one of us. We get energized by the feeling of new beginnings that a new year brings us. During this time motivation is coursing through our veins and we are determined and excited for a fresh start. We throw out the junk food and replace it with whole…
Hyperthyroidism is an endocrine condition caused by an overactive thyroid. The thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, primarily T3 and T4 which results in serious health conditions. Although hyperthyroidism is not as common as hypothyroidism, 1.5 in every 100 people around the world are living with this condition. Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism Triiodothyronine (T3) Triiodothyronine…
The holiday season is officially upon us! This time of year brings cozy sweaters, crisp weather, and familiar scents like cinnamon, fresh spruce, and fallen leaves—evoking cherished memories. It’s a special time to connect with loved ones, celebrate traditions passed down through generations, and savor the magic of the season. However, alongside the joys of…
Hypothyroidism is an endocrine disorder where the thyroid gland does not produce enough Triiodothyronine (T3), Tetraiodothyronine (T4), also known as thyroxine or Calcitonin. These thyroid hormones control various bodily functions including but not limited to, metabolism, heart rate, muscle strength, cell regeneration, and mood. Nearly 5 in every 100 people over the age of 12…
The world is full of ‘old wives’ tales’—urban legends and stories passed down from generation to generation, often with little to no evidence to support their claims. Hygiene is no exception. In today’s hyper-connected world, opinions abound on everything from soap types to shower frequency. In this article, we separate hygiene myths from hygiene facts….
The great shower debacle. If you have spent any amount of time on social media you have probably come to realize that shower frequency is a highly disputed topic. Some cannot fathom going without their daily shower with many going as far as to take multiple showers per day. Others shower every couple of days,…
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