Prediabetes Doesn’t Always Look Like You Think It Does
Whenever it is time for my annual checkup with my doctor, she seems concerned about my blood sugar levels, and she always tests for prediabetes. Whether it is because I carry some excess weight around my midsection or because she is just doing her due diligence, I appreciate this about her because I am a […]
Strong Kidneys, Better Health
March is National Kidney Month, a time to focus on kidney health. In 2025, National Kidney Month will center around the theme “Know Your Kidneys: The Path to Prevention.” The campaign encourages people to understand how the kidneys work, the conditions that can harm them, and the habits that can keep them healthy. Raising awareness […]
Bleeding Disorders: What You Need to Know
When a part of the body is injured and starts bleeding, it’s amazing how quickly healing begins to protect from further damage. Within moments, blood begins a process called coagulation, sending clotting proteins to seal the wound and stop the bleeding. It’s like the body’s built-in emergency response team. For most people, this system works […]
How Digital Twins Could Change Clinical Drug Trials
What is a digital twin, and how can it speed up drug trials? While researching health trends expected to boom in the next few years, I was particularly fascinated by the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital health technologies. These are changing the landscape of medicine, offering new ways to personalize patient care and […]
Is It Possible To Reverse Hair Loss?
In 2021, when I finally recovered from the COVID-19 virus, I started seeing more hair than usual on my hairbrush each morning. I started to pay real attention when it became an everyday occurrence, but by then, my already fine hair was noticeably thinner. Like most women, I have always linked my hair to my […]
Food Connects Us – National Nutrition Month 2025
Food has a deep meaning for me, not just because I am a nutritionist but also because of the way that food connects us. Sharing a meal can not only foster better food choices but can also improve mental and physical health. That’s why I love this year’s National Nutrition Month theme: “Food Connects Us.” […]
Mind Blowing Human Brain Facts
The human brain is outrageously cool. The more I learn about it, the more I realize how little I know. Reams of research and discoveries are being made about the brain year after year. This mysterious organ controls everything we do, think, and feel. That’s why it’s important to continue celebrating Brain Awareness Week. Brain […]
Why Staying Hydrated Matters
Around the world, one in ten people don’t have easy access to clean water, and three billion people can’t afford a healthy diet. 890 million people are obese, while 390 million are underweight. This shows that many people don’t have access to, or can’t afford, proper nutrition. Nutrition and Hydration Awareness Week is the perfect […]
Sleep Hygiene 101: Simple Habits for Good Sleep
Life is so much better after a night of restful sleep. We feel much more well-equipped to tackle challenges the day throws at us when we’ve had some quality zzzzz’s. Conversely, a night of poor-quality sleep can leave us cranky, irritable, and ready to snap. The answer to feeling tired during the day isn’t in […]
Causes, Effects, and Treatments of Ménière’s Disease
Ménière’s disease (MD) is a condition that affects the inner ear and can cause hearing and balance problems. People with this disease may experience dizziness (vertigo), a constant ringing or buzzing sound in one ear (tinnitus), a feeling of pressure in the ear, and trouble hearing low sounds. It usually only impacts one ear. Ménière’s […]
