Antibiotic resistance is an increasingly significant public health issue in the United States. The problem is rapidly growing and is predicted to kill 10 million people every year by 2050 (pdf). Some pathogens have already become “superbugs” that are resistant to many types of antibiotics. “Diseases that have been treatable may become incurable as time goes on,” warned…
As Antibiotic-Resistance Threat Grows, Treatment Is Becoming ‘More Complicated’: Expert
March 15, 2023
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New Childhood Obesity Guidelines May Cause Increase in Eating Disorders
March 15, 2023
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An irreconcilable divide between the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and therapists and groups treating childhood eating disorders highlights the convoluted problem of childhood obesity amid a society where junk foods are cheap and plentiful and nutrition education is scarce. The AAP’s new guidelines are meant to advise doctors on stronger treatments for obese child patients,…
3 Common Foods Give You a Bad Gut Microbiome
March 15, 2023
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The gut microbiome is a complex ecosystem of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, these microbiome are of vital importance to your health. What foods can hurt—or help your microbiome? Health Effects of a Bad Gut Microbiome Dr. Colby Kash, COO and Cofounder of Camelot Biocapital, and author of The Autoimmune Plague: How to Regain…
Major Drugmaker to Drastically Reduce Insulin Prices in United States
March 15, 2023
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Drugmaker Novo Nordisk has announced that it will significantly reduce insulin prices in the United States beginning next year—a relief for Americans struggling with high prices. Denmark-based Novo Nordisk will lower U.S. prices of several pre-filled insulin pens and vials by up to 75 percent for people living with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes,…
6 Health Risks of Using Your Cell Phone While on the Toilet
We’ve become more dependent than ever on our cell phones and many find it convenient to take them into the bathroom. However, using our phones while on the toilet could put our health at risk. Health experts warn that using mobile phones when on the toilet is not only unsanitary, but may affect the health…
The Sweet Truth: Is Honey a Healthier Alternative to Sugar?
Long-term excess sugar can cause fatty liver, inflammation, and metabolic disorders, increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Honey is a natural sweetener that humans have used for thousands of years, and many believe it has unique health-promoting properties. So is honey healthier than sugar? The Composition of Honey The scientific name of…
Bananas: The Surprising Superfood for Fighting Cancer and Heart Disease
March 15, 2023
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Banana contains plentiful potassium ions, dietary fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. Delicious and nutritious, bananas are not only healthy snacks, but also great for preventing cancer, cardiovascular diseases, memory decline, and relieving anxiety. What can a banana a day do for the human body? 1. Cancer Prevention In a research report published in the International Journal of…
Biden Admin Anticipates Lower Vaccine Costs for Seniors
March 15, 2023
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Biden administration officials are projecting that seniors on Medicare Part D will save hundreds of millions of dollars on vaccines because of the 2022 reconciliation bill, also known as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Notably, the estimates don’t include COVID-19 vaccines, which fall under Medicare Part B. “The law makes many recommended vaccines free for…
From Superfood to Medicine: The Incredible Health Benefits of Eggplants
March 14, 2023
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The spongy eggplant is classified as a berry or fruit but is typically used as a vegetable in dishes around the world. For centuries, people have relied upon this food for its nutritional and medicinal value. An encyclopedia of traditional Chinese medicine from China’s Ming Dynasty, the “Compendium of Materia Medica,” claims the eggplant uniquely…
Sleeping Pills Increase the Risk of Dementia, 4 Tips to Treat Insomnia Naturally
Nearly one-third of Americans have insomnia, according to a recent survey, and most of them are likely to treat the condition with self-medication. However, a 2023 study found that people who regularly use sleeping pills have an almost 80 percent increased risk of dementia compared to those who rarely use them. The study followed approximately 3,000 older whites…
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