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 […]
Story at-a-glance Sleep deprivation among Americans is growing at a concerning rate. According to the latest data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 39% of adults aren’t getting enough sleep (around seven hours each day).1 Proper high-quality sleep is important because it allows your body to rest […]
Story at-a-glance Carrots have been valued for centuries as a source of nourishment, but modern science is uncovering a deeper reason why this root vegetable matters to your health. Inside carrots is a unique type of fiber called rhamnogalacturonan-I, or RG-I, that acts far differently than the roughage most people […]
Story at-a-glance Something unusual is happening across America — young adults are reporting more memory lapses, attention problems, and mental fatigue than ever before. The growing sense of “brain fog” is no longer limited to older adults or those with diagnosed conditions like dementia. It’s showing up in people who […]