Health

Access to clean, safe food is a fundamental right, especially when it comes to nourishing your children. Parents across the U.S. trust food manufacturers to provide products free from harmful chemicals. Yet, a variety of synthetic pesticides associated with health risks and environmental harm continue to be used in non-organic ...

Ever wonder why your muscles aren't growing despite spending countless hours doing bicep curls in front of the gym mirror? (Don't worry, we've all been there, admiring our "gains" from every possible angle.) While your dedication to the perfect pump face is admirable, there might be a crucial piece of ...

Drinking clean, pure water is essential for maintaining optimal health, yet over 2 billion people worldwide still lack access to safe drinking water.1 The increasing contamination of tap water with harmful substances has led many to seek alternatives like bottled water and home filtration systems in an effort to protect ...

I’ve long warned about the dangers genetically modified organisms (GMOs) pose to human health and the environment, including the possibility of introducing new allergens into the food supply, decreasing biodiversity and increasing reliance on pesticides. Even more troubling is that the long-term health impacts of consuming GMOs remain largely unknown ...

According to the American Cancer Society, about 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. It's the second-leading cause of cancer death behind lung cancer.1 But despite its prevalence, a diagnosis is not an automatic death sentence. Between 1993 and 2013, the death rate of ...

As you age, maintaining a nutritious diet becomes even more important for your overall health. Healthy whole foods provide you with micronutrients that help your body stay strong, support your immune system and keep your brain functioning well. However, when you’re socially isolated, you’re probably neglecting an adequate amount of ...

Accurate blood pressure measurements are more important than you might think. Hypertension, often called the silent killer, is the leading cause of cardiovascular disease and preventable death worldwide. Every year, millions suffer from heart attacks and strokes, stemming from unmanaged high blood pressure. When you visit your doctor, the blood ...

The terms "heart attack" and "cardiac arrest" are often used interchangeably, but they refer to two distinct cardiovascular events that have significantly different causes and outcomes. As the American Heart Association (AHA) explains, "A heart attack is a 'circulation' problem and sudden cardiac arrest is an 'electrical' problem."1 According to ...

The surge in child seizures across the U.S. is both alarming and deeply concerning. Over the past few years, parents and health care providers have noticed a troubling increase in seizure incidents among young children. This rise is not just a statistic; it impacts families, disrupts lives and raises urgent ...

Editor's Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published April 12, 2017. Dust mites are curious tiny creatures that feed off your dead skin cells and thrive in warm, humid environments. They don't bite, and they don't spread disease, but they are responsible for allergic symptoms and have ...

You might not give much thought to your toilet habits, but the way you sit on the throne significantly impacts your digestive health. If you're struggling with constipation, the solution may be simpler than you think. The modern pedestal toilet, while convenient, might be working against your body's natural design ...

You've probably heard that moderate alcohol consumption isn't likely to harm your health and may even be beneficial. But it's becoming increasingly clear that even small amounts of alcohol can harm your health. A recent large-scale study involving participants from the UK Biobank has shed new light on the relationship ...