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…
It is a tale as old as time, chocolate is bad for you and should only be eaten occasionally. This unfortunate message has kept us from indulging in our favorite food for centuries. However, new research reveals that certain compounds in chocolate may offer significant health benefits for the entire body. In this article, we’ll…
On January 15th, 2025, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned red dye no. 3, also known as erythrosine, from being used in food and ingestible drugs in the United States1—mirroring actions taken by other countries. Red dye #3 was already banned from cosmetic products in the 1990s in the United States because it is…
Diet culture, along with many doctors and dietitians, often champion low-fat diets as the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. However, emerging scientific evidence challenges this claim. Studies suggest that low-fat diets dramatically decrease testosterone levels leading to a multitude of physical and mental health complications. Fat provides significantly more bioavailable nutrients than carbohydrates or protein….
Gut health, microbiome, bacteria, and microbes—these buzzwords seem to be dominating the internet. The growing belief is that the gut functions as a control center for diseases, mental health, and overall well-being. As a result, people are flocking to stock up on prebiotics, probiotics, cleanses, detox aids, fiber supplements, and fermented foods. But is this…
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…
As we welcome in the new year we also welcome in new year’s resolutions. We invest in under-desk treadmills, choose stairs over elevators, and commit to a strict running schedule. While these efforts are respectable, research shows that true health isn’t achieved through cardio alone. The cornerstone of long-term well-being lies in weightlifting, which focuses…
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…
The Christmas rush is officially here! The holiday treats need baking, the gifts need buying, the house needs decorating, and the family is craving festive cheer. December can quickly spiral into a whirlwind of chaos, leaving you wondering, come January, if you even had the chance to enjoy the magic of the season. In this…
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…
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