healthy eating

The Herbal Drug Kratom Has Been Linked to Almost 100 Deaths
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The Herbal Drug Kratom Has Been Linked to Almost 100 Deaths

The over-the-counter herbal drug Kratom found itself in the headlines once again in April 2019. It was linked to a nationwide salmonella outbreak in 2018 and caused 91 overdose deaths between July 2016 and December 2017, according to the CDC. Though this may sound like a low number, it’s important to compare it to the…

Researchers say new blood test can detect cancer in 10 minutes
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Researchers say new blood test can detect cancer in 10 minutes

Researchers in Australia have created a simple test for detecting cancer anywhere in the body. This could be ground-breaking, some say it has the potential to be a medical ‘gamer-changer’. And the best part? It only takes 10 minutes. How Does The Test Work? Cancer changes the DNA of healthy cells and will form a…

Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs Seen In Majority of Supermarket Meats
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Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs Seen In Majority of Supermarket Meats

A report from the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a nonprofit environmental research group, found that almost 80% of meat found in U.S. supermarkets contained antibiotic-resistant bacteria dubbed as ‘superbugs’ in 2015. The concerning portion of this news is that these bacteria have evolved to becomes untreatable with antibiotics. It’s now becoming more and more difficult…

Hair Dyes Linked To Higher Cancer Risks, Especially For Black Women
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Hair Dyes Linked To Higher Cancer Risks, Especially For Black Women

Unfortunately, the reach of the FDA has significant limits when it comes to personal care products. Ingredients in these products go largely unregulated, leaving effectiveness and safety up to the manufacturer. Millions use these types of products, so I think it’s important women are aware of this research. Breast cancer is the second leading cause…

Food Safety During A Power Outage. Everything You Need to Know…
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Food Safety During A Power Outage. Everything You Need to Know…

I get asked this question a lot from my patients. Some items in your fridge will last longer than others. Foods like hard cheeses, butter, fruit juices, jelly, ketchup, and uncut raw fruits and vegetables will last longer than perishable foods like eggs, fish, meat, and leftovers. Those items need to be kept at 40…

Working Long Hours Increases Risk of Stroke by 45 Percent, New Study Says
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Working Long Hours Increases Risk of Stroke by 45 Percent, New Study Says

Americans work hard. For many, this is a source of pride and accomplishment. But working long hours habitually could put your health at risk. A study published in AHA Journals in June 2019 shows that working 10 hours or more per day could increase your risk of a stroke. A stroke is when blood a…

A Rising Number of Deaths Linked to Vaping Leads to Call for Immediate Ban
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A Rising Number of Deaths Linked to Vaping Leads to Call for Immediate Ban

As a parent and a physician, it’s been difficult to watch so many young people getting addicted to these products. And I think that’s the driving force behind the position of the American Medical Association (AMA). Their goal is to stop yet another generation of addicts dependent on unhealthy products. So they’re working to keep…

Here’s What Getting Less Than 7 Hours of Sleep a Night Can Do to You
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Here’s What Getting Less Than 7 Hours of Sleep a Night Can Do to You

Sleep is brain food that is vital for good health. Not only does it affect our energy levels, but also our ability to think, pay attention, make decisions, and be productive. And a new study found sleep can also affect our ability to lose weight. How Is Sleep-Related To Weight Loss? Researchers evaluated almost 2,000…

‘Plant-based’ does not mean ‘good for you’
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‘Plant-based’ does not mean ‘good for you’

Fast food restaurants like Burger King and Carl’s Jr. are testing out plant-based “meat” – but are these actually the healthier option? The latest chain making headlines selling products from Beyond Meat with its “Beyond Fried Chicken” is KFC. The chicken substitute is a conglomerate of ingredients including soy and pea protein, carrot fiber, rice…