According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one-third of adults in the United States are obese. If you aren’t actively taking control of your health by exercising and eating a balanced diet full of whole foods, weight gain can and probably will creep up on you at some point or another….

According to the American Kidney Fund, kidney disease is the 9th leading cause of death in the United States. Kidney disease can be caused by a number of conditions, including diabetes and high blood pressure. Your kidneys are constantly working to help eliminate toxins and waste from your body. If and when they experience problems,…

When it comes to artificial sweeteners, controversy isn’t new. Artificial sweeteners, like the ones used in diet drinks, were once thought to be a healthier alternative due to lower carbohydrate and lower calorie content. But evidence that says otherwise continues to pile. While the newest study shouldn’t exactly come as a shock, it continues to…

According to a recent study, people who suffer from arthritis are at a greater risk of heart disease and stroke if they take ibuprofen to relieve their pain. The study, conducted by Swiss researchers, suggests that the common painkiller may have deadly consequences. The Study The study’s findings were presented at the European Society of…

Alzheimer’s disease is the third leading killer in the United States, following heart disease and cancer. While research for a cure continues, prevention is as important as ever. Once Alzheimer’s sets in, medication can do little do delay its devastating effects. According to recent research, scientists have found a new link to a higher risk…

Even though crying is perfectly natural, many of us still try to hide it. We quickly wipe our tears when they fall, we apply a little extra make-up to cover a blotchy face and our first instinct is often to lie when someone asks if we’re OK. But crying isn’t a sign of weakness. In…