Touted for its health benefits, CBD, formally known as cannabidiol, has skyrocketed in popularity over the last few years with wide appeal to consumers seeking natural alternatives to traditional prescription or over-the-counter medications for conditions like chronic pain. Often associated with...
The immune system is a complex network of organs, cells and proteins that uses an array of protective mechanisms to defend the body against infection.
Millions of Americans experience food insecurity-induced chronic diseases. Over 90% of Americans consume less than the recommended amounts of…
Glowing skin is a beauty goal many people strive for, yet too few understand the important functions of skin and why skin integrity is important for both appearance and good overall health.1 Skin is the largest organ in the human body and one of its main functions is protection from external...
While there are countless benefits of exercise, such as improvement in mood and sleep, lowering risk of chronic disease and maintaining healthy immunity, emerging research supports the benefit of regular exercise for regulating, enhancing and diversifying gut microbiota. Physical activity may...
It’s no secret that a healthy diet is critical for physical well-being, but science has proven that what you eat can greatly impact mental health, as well. Beneath the walls of the digestive system, the gut and brain communicate via chemical and physical connections and the mere thought of...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, from 2017 – 2018, more than 40% of adults in the US were obese. Heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and certain types of cancer are linked to obesity, and these diseases are also some of the leading causes of preventable...
What we eat matters. While this phrase isn’t new, it’s one that has become increasingly relative when it comes to climate change and overall planetary health.
The holiday season, while full of fun and good cheer, can also serve up a bellyful of stress for those who struggle with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). In order to support patients with IBS, it’s important to arm them with mindful gut health defense strategies so they can make the most of this joyous time of year.
While there are countless advancements in science for diabetes these days, mobile health tools (mHealth) have become increasingly popular for their ability to transform the way people visualize their blood glucose (BG) levels in real time – and without finger sticks. Current data shows that...