A mother of four daughters expresses her word of caution. Families living with anaphylactic allergies should never get ‘too comfortable’, even if you’ve been managing well for several years. Monique’s youngest daughter, Denise (age 11) suffered from a severe milk allergy. Monique has always been consistent and diligent when it came to vetting every label…
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We’ve all heard that cracking and popping our joints can lead to arthritis and other joint problems. The sound associated with this cracking and popping is also likely to irritate others around you. However, while we often hear the dangers of cracking your joints, several studies have concluded that this isn’t linked to arthritis. While…
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The fear of a steep healthcare bill led to a Canadian family from Quebec attempting to cross the US-Canadian border with the lifeless body of their 87-year-old relative, Fernand Drapeau. On March 31st at 2:30 pm, border officials inspected the car of a Quebecois man in his 60’s, who was accompanied by his elderly parents…
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The human microbiome is made up of genetic material consisting of various microbes, including bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi. The amalgamation of these has greater complexity than the human genome itself. As we discover more about how our internal microbial environment (our microbiome) is involved in our health, we see that by supporting or modulating…
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We hear a lot about the dangers of single-use plastics, from straws to plastic bottles and coffee cups; the list goes on. But menstrual products are adding to the plastic epidemic, and they may be made worse by incorrect disposal. Did you know that menstrual product, such as conventional tampons and pads contribute to the…
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“It is a creature from the black lagoon. It bubbled up and now it is everywhere.” Dr. Tom Chiller, head of the CDC’s fungal branch is leading a global effort to combat a new infection that’s steadily killing hospitalized patients around the world: Candida auris. (1) Candida auris, or C. auris, was first stumbled upon in Japan in…
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Recreational marijuana use has been legal in Colorado since 2012, and its sale has been legal since 2014. Since then, more U.S. states have loosened their grip on cannabis use, and Canada has joined Uruguay in legalizing marijuana nationwide. Not surprisingly, there are still camps that strongly oppose marijuana legalization of any kind, including for…
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Medications such as Adderall and Vyvanse are commonly prescribed to patients with ADHD. New research is showing that patients taking these newly prescribed amphetamines are more likely to develop psychosis, which may include hallucinations, paranoia, and delusions, when compared to those who have received a prescription for methylphenidates, such as Ritalin or Concerta. Prescription amphetamines…
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A man has been hospitalized after smelling his socks for too long. A 37-year-old father (named only Peng in local reports) in Zhangzhou, southeast China, began to feel chest pains. After showing up at a hospital he was admitted as an emergency case, and given an X-ray to determine the cause of his pain, as well as…
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As science evolves, we are discovering more and more therapeutic techniques to conquer some of our most debilitating conditions. Research led by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is exploring the potential of strobe lights and low frequency sounds to recreate the brain waves lost in Alzheimer’s disease [1]. This technique of light and sound has…
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Good parents know that they represent their child’s first and often only line of defense. They want what’s best for their kids, even if it means disagreeing with friends, family members, or social norms. Their child’s health, wellbeing, and future is their #1 concern. Unfortunately, sometimes this means playing “bad cop” with other very important…
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Years after Dr. Mehmet Oz had his first colonoscopy in August of 2010, he’s ready to share about his personal health scare and why he’s grateful that he didn’t put off the diagnostic procedure. Today, he calls his first colonoscopy “a big wake-up call”. His doctor had found and removed a sizeable polyp from his…
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Co-host of ‘The View’, Whoopi Goldberg just announced that she had been absent from the talk show as she came “very, very close to leaving this Earth”. She had been fighting both pneumonia and sepsis, and these two illness’ nearly killed her. While she is now on the slow path to recovery, pneumonia, and sepsis…
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If you’ve been prescribed a high blood pressure drug, check your medication label immediately. A batch of a common hypertension drug, Losartan potassium has been voluntarily recalled for your safety. Macleods Pharmaceuticals Limited, the makers of Losartan potassium/ Hydrochlorothiazide have issued a voluntary recall of their commonly prescribed drug due to tests finding trace amounts of…
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Even just thinking about getting a massage creates both relaxing and feel-good thoughts. Whether you prefer a whole-body massage or a session that focuses on your upper back and shoulders. Massage has many therapeutic effects and benefits, supporting your overall health and well-being. Studies show that there’s one message you should opt-in for more. It…
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During the darkest days of chronic migraine, I became lost in a world of depression and found myself bombarded by one negative thought after another. How on earth was I ever going to escape this pain I remember thinking over and over? In those dark times, I never could have dreamt that one day I…
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The term “mindfulness” has become a bit of a buzzword as of late. But what, exactly, is mindfulness, and why has it caused so much hype? Mindfulness refers to possessing the ability to exist in the present moment and developing awareness of what is now, not what happened yesterday or what may happen tomorrow. Mindfulness…
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I can’t help but comment on the wellness communities latest obsession with celery juice. I was scrolling through social media while sipping my turmeric latte when I truly experienced the height of this craze. Let me tell you, I was beginning to feel super out-of-date with my vibrant lips and tongue.. There are so many…
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Organ meats are often perceived with disgust by some people, but they may be more nutritious than you think. If you’re vegan or vegetarian, this isn’t meant to change your mind, but if you’re not, organ meats may be worth a try. And for those who’ve been enjoying liver and kidney recipes for years, keep…
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