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The gut microbiome is made up of hundreds of thousands of microorganisms, bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi. It plays an important role in nutrient and mineral absorption, the synthesis of vitamins, enzymes, and amino acids, and the production of …

Atopic dermatitis, more commonly known as eczema, is a condition that makes your skin red and itchy. It tends to be chronic, long-lasting, and flare-ups will occur periodically, sometimes accompanied by asthma or hay fever [1]. Over 31 million people i…

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around fifty million people worldwide have dementia, and about ten million more cases are added every year [1]. This is why preventing dementia is so important. Despite how common it is, dementia is not…

Every year in the United States, approximately two thousand people receive a lung transplant. For individuals with end-stage lung disease, it is sometimes the only chance for survival. Unfortunately, the survival rate for lung transplant patients is lo…

This article was originally published in June 2020 and has since been updated. In a healthy individual, the body’s immune system is there for protection- it attacks invaders and destroys pathogens. An autoimmune disease occurs when this system makes a …

Over time, chronic stress can wreak havoc on your body. Continued stress can contribute to serious health problems like heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes, as well as mental disorders like depression and anxiety [1] One less commonly-know…