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Soda is often in the spotlight for its negative effects on health. Primarily, it is criticized for a high sugar content, but with Americans drinking 57 gallons of the stuff annually, it does more damage to your body than you might think. Soda is the second most consumed beverage: water is number one. It may ...click here to read more

The popular criticisms against sugar center on weight gain and diabetes. But there’s new research to indicate that sugar can have adverse effects on our mental health, too. Sugar consumption linked with depression Researchers from Columbia University looked to examine the effects of food on mood, in particular carbohydrates and added sugar. Researchers examined data ...click here to read more

It can be loud or quiet, it may sound like a gurgle or even a deflating balloon, and what are we talking about? Bowel sounds of course. Unlike flatulence, which is the sound made when gas leaves your body, bowel sounds occur in the small or large intestine typically during digestion. Bowel sounds are virtually ...click here to read more

Columbia University Medical Center has revealed that a diet high in refined carbohydrates may increase the risk of developing depression in postmenopausal women. Menopause puts women at risk for depression due to changes in hormones and so, based on the new research, it is suggested to minimize intake of refined carbohydrates to lower one’s risk. ...click here to read more

Radishes are root vegetables that come in a variety of colors including red, white, purple and black. Radishes today are often overlooked, but remain a staple in salads. But radishes should play a larger part in your diet as they offer many health benefits due to their nutrition. There are many different types of radishes ...click here to read more

Whether you drank a fizzy soda too quickly, or swallowed too much air, these habits can lead to hiccups. Not only are hiccups annoying, sometimes they seem impossible to get rid of. The majority of the time hiccups are harmless, but new research suggests that hiccups may be a potential symptom of a serious health ...click here to read more

By now you probably have a good idea of what it means to eat healthy. Fruits and vegetables get the top score, followed by whole grains, protein and even dairy. A good resource is the American Food Guide, which helps clarify serving sizes. But sometimes it gets tricky to eat well and we often fall ...click here to read more

One particular type of arthritis targets the joints and tissues around the large toe and foot. This form of arthritis is called gout and it can be quite painful. Attacks of gout can happen sporadically, but they usually occur soon after waking up or during the night. To have a better understanding of this form ...click here to read more

According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation one in three women over the age of 50 will develop osteoporosis – a disease categorized by bones becoming weak and brittle. While commonly referred to as a woman’s disease, men are not immune. In fact, within America alone, nearly two-million men have osteoporosis and another eight to 13 ...click here to read more

If you’ve ever had spicy food you know the burning sensation that can follow. You probably reach for an over-the-counter heartburn medication to offer some relief. But new research suggests this can actually harm your heart in the long run. Heartburn is the result of acid from the stomach moving up into the esophagus. You ...click here to read more

As we hope and pray the fountain of youth is discovered, scientists are hard at work figuring out how to slow down aging. New findings have pinpointed a protein in the body that shows signs to aid in anti-aging. Protein that aids in anti-aging Bioengineers at the University of California have uncovered a significant protein ...click here to read more

As we age, our skin becomes dryer and thinner and it begins to lose its suppleness and elasticity – all of which contribute to the formation of wrinkles. Those lines and creases are an inevitable part of getting older. While men can get away with haggard and sexy, women are left feeling less than attractive… ...click here to read more

When you look at a food label you’re presented with a few different things. Fat, sugar, carbohydrate and nutrients are all clearly labeled with either a percentage or measurement of how much that food item contains. These guides can help us make informed decisions about the foods we eat which can be crucial if we ...click here to read more

Feeling a little nauseous because you’re nervous about seeing your doctor? Really, who wants to be probed or prodded while wearing an ill-fitting gown? It doesn’t rate high on our list of favorite things, either, although we know it’s important. But how we feel about things can be revealed by our stomach. There’s an intimate ...click here to read more