With improved diagnostic tools, the role of microcirculation in overall health is becoming more defined. The microcirculatory system minimizes diffusion distance and covers the largest vascular surface area in the body. As the segment of the vascular system responsible for transporting leukocytes, red blood cells, proteins, and other blood components...Read More
Food sensitivities are associated with a wide range of symptoms, from abdominal pain and bloating to rashes like eczema and hives—and new symptoms are still coming to light. A growing number of studies are revealing a relationship between food intolerances and several neurological symptoms. Though unaccompanied by the life-threatening symptoms...Read More
A new study published in JAMA Neurology found that you may have a heightened risk of dementia if 20% or more of your diet consists of ultra-processed foods. Here is what you need to know: To learn more about the cognitive decline associated with processed foods, read this article found...Read More
Intermittent fasting is a term used to describe a variety of eating patterns that have alternating periods of fasting abstinence from foods and eating. A fasting period may last from 12 hours per day to several days in a row, with a consistent pattern over the course of a week....Read More
Cancer death rates continued to decline among men, women, and children in every major racial and ethnic group in the United States from 2015 to 2019. Cancer death rates are continuing a two-decade trend in declining mortality that reflects improvements in preventing, detecting, and treating cancer. The declines in death...Read More
For decades, clinical trials and studies at the forefront of cancer research have analyzed the role of lifestyle in cancer prevention and control. Conclusively, a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet and regular physical activity can reduce a patient’s risk of cancer. Risk factors such as obesity and alcoholism have...Read More
In India, the active ingredient of turmeric, curcumin, has been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. Today, it’s become the basis for new supplements and revolutionary clinical trials. Curcuma longa, or curcumin, the secret behind the health benefits of turmeric, has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. Also known...Read More
Despite social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic, there were 2.5 million cases of Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis in 2021. This data includes cases reported by multiple agencies and is considered preliminary. As STD cases continue on an upward trend, many practitioners are seeing patients prioritize being tested at regular intervals....Read More
The holiday travel season has begun. Every year, millions of people take vacations to visit family and friends, making this a peak season for the spread of viruses and diseases. To help travelers prepare, the CDC has published an official travel guide for the holiday season. This guide includes: In...Read More
Diabetes affects over 500 million people worldwide. Projections estimate this number to rise to 783 million globally by 2045. The stigma around diabetes makes conversations about risks difficult, but the American Diabetes Association (ADA) is looking to change that with their 2022 campaign: Today’s Diabetes Hits Different. The campaign offers...Read More