Depression is frequently misunderstood to be the same as stress. Stress is a normal part of everyday life, whereas depression is a mental illness. Though stress is sometimes correlated to depression, they are not...

Did you know that obesity is a global epidemic? According to the World Health Organization, more than 1.9 billion adults worldwide are overweight, and over 650 million are clinically obese. That’s more than one-third...

Have you ever felt like there was a fire in your stomach? A burning sensation that doesn’t go away no matter what you do? If so, you may have gastritis or peptic ulcer disease....

Hypothyroidism, also referred to as an underactive thyroid gland, is a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough hormones, creating a deficiency of thyroid hormones in the body. This condition is common,...

Depression is a subject that many people are hesitant to talk about. It’s an uncomfortable topic that many of us don’t understand. It is more than just feeling sad or down for a short...

Understanding the foods we consume is important because many of us have been misled by promising marketing campaigns related to health-related complications and waistline woes. Don’t be deceived by the appearance of food. For...

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic condition that affects your stomach and esophagus. Usually, the stomach produces an acidic “gastric juice” to digest the protein content of food. The lower esophageal sphincter (LES)...

We need protein to grow and maintain our health. However, with populations growing across the globe, balancing the need for protein with sustaining our planet’s natural resources is a concern for many. We need...

Memorial Day traditions like barbecues, picnics, and parades come to mind when we say Memorial Day. However, it’s important to remember that this Memorial Day holiday is about more than a cookout or a...