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 the same. As such, depression and its causes and prevention need to be approached differently. People with depression can experience despair […]

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 of the world’s population! This problem isn’t just limited to developed countries either – it’s a growing issue in developing countries.

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. Gastritis and Peptic Ulcer Disease  (PUD) are very different conditions. However, in both cases,  a problem with your stomach wall can

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, affecting about 12% of women and 2% of men worldwide. In fact, women are ten times more likely to develop hypothyroidism

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 time. It’s a severe mental illness affecting your thoughts, feelings, and behavior. Depression has a variety of causes and can manifest

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 instance, a pizza may look delicious and healthy but is often packed with refined flour, salt, and fat. On the other

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) at the junction of the esophagus usually closes tightly during digestion. It prevents the reflux of acidic stomach contents back into

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 to address the global nutrition crisis by looking for ways to guarantee the supply of nutrient-dense foods to people directly affected

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 change in the seasons. In the United States of America, we observe Memorial Day; remember those who fought for our freedom—the