On a global level, statistics indicate that 5%-10% of the population has irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In the United States, it’s estimated that IBS affects up to about 15% of people, with women being more likely to suffer from the condition. While the exact cause is unknown, various symptoms may emerge that connect to the […]
It is beyond dispute that the most important hallmark of menopause is hormonal fluctuations. Therefore, it is unsurprising that hormone-producing organs, like the adrenal glands, and their disorders are the subject of multiple studies to determine their role in menopause. Considering adrenal fatigue is one of the most common adrenal conditions, there are often questions […]
Pickleball is a low-impact sport that was invented almost fifty years ago on Bainbridge Island, Washington. It has grown tremendously in popularity recently, taking off during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s one of the fastest-growing sports in America. This activity is helping people to have fun while staying fit. It’s social, friendly, and competitive. Pickleball is […]
Generally speaking, heart disease can be linked to several different causes. Several of these issues are linked to the blood vessels, including arrhythmias and coronary artery disease. However, endothelial dysfunction may also play a major role in the development of heart conditions. Endothelial dysfunction may increase your risk for heart disease or cause the condition […]
From bloating to gas to constipation to diarrhea, we’ve all had stomach upsets at some point in our lives. And having these upsets frequently may be known as having a “sensitive stomach.” Despite the prevalence of stomach sensitivity, there are still so many questions about it, like its causes and the role of stress and […]
Many have heard of GABA, but few understand the full scope of its functions. GABA is the chief inhibitory neurotransmitter in the body, responsible for modulating several bodily functions, especially those relating to mental health. Unsurprisingly, therefore, GABA imbalances can have serious implications. One of the emerging strategies for managing these imbalances is GABA supplements. […]
There is a link between shortened telomere length and lifespan. Telomeres protect the ends of the chromosomes that comprise your genomes. They are roughly 8,000-10,000 nucleotides in length, but they shorten each time a cell divides. And once telomeres reach a critical length, the cell no longer divides and dies. The shortening of telomeres has […]
Iron is a mineral that your body needs for optimal functioning. This mineral plays many important roles such as maintaining your blood health and supporting growth and development. One of the markers of iron stores within your body is ferritin. This article will take a closer look at ferritin, what it means if you have […]
Blood pressure constitutes one of the key vital signs of life, along with heartbeat, rate of breathing, and temperature. It's generated by the heart pumping blood into the arteries and is regulated by the response of the arteries to the flow of blood. Your blood pressure is expressed as a systolic/diastolic number, for instance, 120/80 […]
Canker sores are a common condition that many people suffer from, and they are a painful experience. These sores appear inside the mouth on moist fleshy surfaces, like the cheek, gums, under the tongue, or on the roof of the mouth. They are often referred to as mouth ulcers, but they should not be confused […]
