The Health Benefits of Blueberries
Blueberries have often been touted as a superfood. For this week, we explore the research to see if it's a title that's well-deserved.
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July 8, 2020
How to use Face Masks Effectively
As covid-19 appears to be worsening, face mask recommendations are increasing. Using face masks properly appears to have a huge impact. Data suggests it could even stop the pandemic.
July 1, 2020
Dietary Approaches for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome is a common problem, and standard treatments don't typically provide resolution. However, some of the latest research suggests viable dietary options.
June 11, 2020
Fructose and Asthma: Is There a Link?
Over the last ten years, research has been starting to notice a link between asthma rates and fructose consumption.
May 20, 2020
The Health Benefits of Chocolate
Chocolate has often been thought of a sinful treat. However, some of the latest research is starting to support some interesting health benefits.
May 13, 2020
Potential Health Concerns for Fragrance-Based Air Fresheners
Air fresheners are becoming increasingly popular and commonplace. Since it's virtually impossible to avoid exposure to these products, it's worth asking if there are any valid health concerns associated with exposure.
April 22, 2020
Winter Weather, Colds and Flu
Does exposure to cold or damp weather increase your risk of getting sick? It's a surprisingly controversial topic.
April 16, 2020
Magnetized Water: Is There Any Actual Benefit?
Years ago, I read an article that recommended placing my drinking water over a magnet. I decided to see if there's any research support for health benefits from magnetized water.
April 9, 2020
Meditation and Mindfulness for Anxiety and Stress
Meditation and Mindfulness for Anxiety and Stress Woman Meditating With a large part of the world focusing on social distancing, it’s worth seeing what we can do on our own…
April 1, 2020
The Health Benefits of Green Tea
Green tea has been a revered drink in China for thousands of years. More recently, research has started to show benefits from preventing colds and flu to decreasing risk of depression.
March 5, 2020
The Health Benefits of Brazil Nuts
Brazil nuts are a nut from South America rich in the mineral selenium. Brazil nuts may provide some health benefits based on their selenium content and other constituents.
February 6, 2020
Blood Sugar Dysregulation: An Increasingly Common and Concerning Problem
Blood sugar problems can lead to diabetes but also underlie a host of other health conditions, even contributing to the aging process itself.
December 26, 2019
Maltodextrin: A Common Food Additive with Potential Health Concerns
Maltodextrin is a common food additive in many processed foods. However, recent research is starting to raise some concerns for its safety.
November 20, 2019
E-cigarettes and Vaping: What do We Know About the Risks?
With all the recent news about lung damage from e-cigarettes it's worth asking, what do we know about potential harms from vaping?
November 13, 2019
The Ketogenic Diet: An Initial Research Overview
While the ketogenic diet has recently exploded in popularity for helping people lose weight, I wanted to review the research and see what we know about its effects.
October 14, 2019