What is vitamin C?
Vitamin C supports the immune system and helps with joint and skin health. People who get enough vitamin C may have shorter colds. But vitamin C doesn’t prevent you from getting sick. Mega-doses of vitamin...
Is Alcoholism Genetic? A Look at Hereditary Factors and Predisposition
Many people drink alcohol, but only some develop alcohol use disorder. For example, in a 2020 National Study, half of Americans ages 12 and older reported using alcohol within the past month of completing the...
What Is Segmented Sleep, and Should I Try It?
Maybe you feel well-rested after 8 hours of sleep. Or perhaps you’re one of the millions of people who deal with insomnia. In the latter case, you may be searching for tips and tricks to...
These Foods Help You to Poop, Relieve Constipation
Constipation affects about a third of people at any given time. Many things affect how well your gut is working. But the food you eat makes a big difference. Some foods are much better than...
How to Avoid Weight Gain After Quitting Smoking
Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health. If you’re like many people, you may worry about gaining weight after you quit. This concern may even be preventing you...
Telemedicine and Tele-Healthcare is Changing Patients and Employee Benefits Landscape
The pandemic has changed the healthcare landscape forever as patients have migrated to a more digital way of life. Employers in turn are shifting their benefits programs to accommodate the changing needs of their employees...
Heartburn and what to do about it?
Have you ever had that pain and burning sensation in your chest as you’re just getting ready to sleep after a hard day’s work? Well, I have. And in case you haven’t - lucky for...
“To your health!”: Making decisions about alcohol and prescription drugs
It’s the holidays! All around the world, people are preparing tocelebrate a number of important holidays, including New Year’s Eve. Alcohol is often a standard part of these celebrations, as… Read...
Living with a chronic illness can be challenging!
Perhaps you’ve been newly diagnosed with a chronic illness. Perhaps you’ve been living with one for some time and you’re now experiencing changes with your illness and its symptoms. In any case, living with a...