Depression has emerged as one of the most widespread and debilitating public health issues in the United States. According to The Global Statistics website, in 2025 over 13% of the U.S. population is affected by depression to some extent. This represents a whopping...
According to a 2021 study, 94% of Americans don’t consume enough fiber. Considering the popularity of low-carb diets today, this statistic isn’t surprising; after all, fiber comes from carbohydrates. It doesn’t come from protein and fat. What does...
When scanning the ingredients in your favorite nutritional supplement, you’re not likely surprised by the inclusion of exotic herbs from the Far East or Africa. The potent nutrients in plants found in remote places around the world are often featured in...
Most people recognize that heavy alcohol consumption comes with a number or health risks; however, one common health condition that isn’t normally associated with alcohol consumption is macular degeneration. A 2021 study found that moderate to high alcohol...
Everyone knows smoking is a risk factor for contracting cancer; however, according to researchers with the American Cancer Society, smoking is just one lifestyle habit that contributes to high cancer rates. According to the findings of a new study, four in ten cancer...
Surveys show that roughly 10% of the population is affected by kidney stones. One in ten people will get at least one kidney stone in their lifetime. “Kidney stone” is the common language referring to when a solid piece of material—the medical...
