Story at-a-glance Gluten-free diets were initially created for children with serious conditions such as celiac disease, wheat allergy, and non-celiac gluten sensitivity. For these kids, avoiding gluten is essential to protect their health. But when gluten is removed from their diet when they do not have these conditions, the outcome […]
Story at-a-glance Many people think of binge drinking as a short-term indulgence — a few drinks at a party, a celebration, or a stressful night out to help them unwind. The common belief is that as long as it doesn’t happen often, the body will quickly bounce back. However, a […]
Story at-a-glance Are you an avid exerciser trying to break a personal record? Once you reach a point where you feel confident, there comes a time when you’ll want to take your athleticism to the next level. To do that, the usual answer is to train even harder. However, this […]
Story at-a-glance Colorectal cancer was once primarily a disease of older adults, but that pattern has been shifting in recent decades. Rates of early-onset colorectal cancer, meaning cases diagnosed before age 50, have been climbing steadily worldwide, with the steepest increases reported in high-income countries.1 In the United States, the […]
Story at-a-glance From restaurant meals to packaged staples, soybean oil is almost everywhere in the modern diet. In the United States, it’s the most widely consumed oil, with intake climbing from roughly 2% of total calories to nearly 10% over the last century.1 During this period, adult obesity has surged to […]
Story at-a-glance A bleeding stroke is one of the most devastating medical events a person can experience. It happens when a weakened blood vessel ruptures inside your brain, cutting off oxygen and compressing surrounding tissue. While it was once seen primarily in older adults, these strokes are now appearing in […]
Story at-a-glance Over 70% of Americans take supplements today, and that number continues to rise.1 This modern trend has deep historical roots: For thousands of years, people have relied on plants and herbs for healing, with evidence stretching back at least 5,000 years in Egyptian medical texts and Ayurvedic traditions.2 Ancient […]
Story at-a-glance Twelve-year-olds in the U.S. live in a world where smartphone access feels almost unavoidable, yet the decision to give a device at this age carries far more weight than some parents realize. Many families assume that a phone is simply a tool for convenience or safety, but the […]
Story at-a-glance A recurring theme in human society is how often groups hold diametrically opposed viewpoints, yet both are absolutely certain they are entirely correct, and the other is completely wrong. In each instance, this means that at least half of the people involved are wrong and incapable of seeing […]
Story at-a-glance Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide,1 and one hidden factor keeps showing up in those most at risk — vitamin D deficiency. Low vitamin D doesn’t just weaken your bones; it undermines the electrical and metabolic stability of your heart. This nutrient behaves more like a […]