Pancreatic cancer is not very common in terms of annual diagnoses, yet it is a deadly form of cancer, contributing to a significant number of deaths each year relative to its diagnosis rate. In essence, it’s crucial to avoid pancreatic…
These days, fruit often gets a bad reputation, especially with the rise of keto and low-carb diets. Yes, some fruits are rich in natural sugars, but they also offer essential fiber that helps mitigate those feared blood sugar spikes. Additionally,…
An estimated 2% to 15% of Americans experience hypomagnesemia, a condition caused by a deficiency in magnesium (via StatPearls). Therefore, it’s not surprising that many people turn to magnesium-based supplements to meet their recommended daily intake. Magnesium is an essential…
Your body is composed of trillions of cells, each performing specific tasks essential for your survival. As highlighted in a 2016 article from PLOS Biology, approximately 97% of these cells include red blood cells, glial cells, endothelial cells, dermal fibroblasts,…
On May 18, 2025, it was announced that former President Joe Biden had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. His diagnosis followed a medical examination due to worsening urinary symptoms and a prostate nodule (here are some…
In the U.S., some states have higher cancer rates than others. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as of 2021, Kentucky reports 509.9 new cases of cancer per 100,000 people annually. Louisiana and Arkansas follow in…
While heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, cancer is not far behind. Among the most frequently diagnosed cancers, colorectal cancer (which includes both colon and rectal cancers) ranks fourth, making it one of the…
Prostate cancer begins in the prostate, a small gland located just below the bladder, present only in people assigned male at birth (AMAB). This gland is responsible for producing seminal fluid and grows slowly with age. However, when prostate cancer…
As that old children’s book states, “Everyone poops.” Whether your bathroom visits are a few times a day like clockwork or your body adheres to a more laid-back schedule, when nature calls and you finally go, you typically feel an…
Cabbage might not be everyone’s top choice, but it often sneaks into many favorite dishes. It’s the foundation of coleslaw, perfect alongside spicy barbecue sandwiches. It fills egg rolls and adds zest to fish tacos. Let’s not forget fermented cabbage…