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Women Are Too Embarrassed to Go to the Gyno, Survey Finds
We’ve all been there: Stress-sweating (and possibly freezing), sitting with our sheet-covered legs crossed one over the other, even though we know the doctor is going to ask us to hoist them up anyway. Going to the gynecologist isn’t exactly a walk in the park, but it is vital to our health. Sadly, some women…
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How Light Therapy Can Help With Summer Brain Fog and Fatigue
These days, the average American spends just 7 percent of their time outdoors — even in the summer, and especially now, when many are avoiding large groups. And this lack of exposure to natural light takes a toll on our health. “Light and health are incredibly interrelated,” says psychiatrist Richard Schwartz, MD, an associate professor…
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This New Grain Superfood Could Improve Your Gut Health and Help You Manage Your Weight
With the rise of gluten-free foods and wheat alternatives, finding a solid whole grain has become more important than ever before. Now, a grain called Kernza is getting special attention for its health-boosting benefits — and its potential to revolutionize farming. What is Kernza? Kernza is a perennial grain developed by the an agricultural nonprofit…
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Protect Yourself From COVID-19 at Thanksgiving By Making This One Easy Change
With COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots readily available nationwide, it’s going to be a much more upbeat Thanksgiving compared to last year. However, even if you’ve gotten your vaccine doses, there’s still a small chance you could end up with a breakthrough case of the coronavirus. That’s particularly true if you’re attending a larger holiday…
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3 Long Term Effects of Covid and How You Can Prevent Them
The good news: Roughly 80 percent of people who contract COVID-19 recover within two weeks. But new research suggests that even after patients are out of the woods, symptoms can linger. In an Italian study published in JAMA , 87 percent of patients hospitalized for COVID-19 were still struggling with cough, fever and fatigue two…
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9 Ways to Ward off Fibroids and Uterine Cancer
Not planning to have a baby — or long past that stage? It’s still wise to keep your uterus and ovaries in tip-top condition. Why? So they can continue secreting disease-fighting proteins! Here’s how to do it. Eat fish. Eating six ounces of any fish, three times weekly, lowers your risk of uterine or ovarian…
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Smoothie or Juice — Which is Healthier?
Drinking your fruit and veggies is the perfect way to get in more of those precious nutrients. Sure, you could eat a few extra cups of leafy greens, but having them in a tasty beverage is way easier and more delicious. But when it comes to the healthiest way to drink your produce, there’s some…
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This Vitamin Deficiency Causes Hair Fall, Vision Loss, and Skin Problems
As we get older, it becomes especially important that our diets are full of a wide range of nutrients that support longevity. Vitamin A, for example, is needed for us to keep generating new tissues as well as repair cells like those in the eyes. However, it’s possible that we can become deficient in vitamin…
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Hydrangea Root Can Protect Your Kidneys and Stop Inflammation in Its Tracks
When you think of hydrangeas, you probably conjure up images of gorgeous pink and purple flowers that brighten up any outdoor space. But on top of being beautiful to look at, these plants also contain what’s called hydrangea root, an herb that can make a huge different in fighting inflammation and keeping your kidneys healthy…
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This Seed Extract Fights Inflammation, Bone Loss, and Menopause Symptoms
As we get older, the things we have to pay attention to in our bodies change. After a certain age, we want to make sure that we’re nourishing ourselves to support them into a long, healthy, prosperous life that doesn’t include disease or discomfort. Luckily, nature has all we need to create wellness and age…