All about Lung Cancer
All about lung cancer Among a range of misunderstandings and mistruths about Lung Cancer, we cover pollution, surgery, risk factors, and talcum powder. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2018, there were 218,520 new cases of lung cancer and 142,080 related deaths in the United States. Globally, in 2020, lung cancer was the […]
Ditch the diet drama: three fad diets you should skip for a healthier life
Diet culture has conditioned us to believe that weight loss requires extreme restrictions. Today is the day that most people abandon their New Year’s resolutions. For many, the dream of shedding a few pounds fades into a quiet acceptance of reality. After all, diet culture has conditioned us to believe that weight loss requires extreme […]
Maximise your workout: the benefits of coffee for fitness newbies
A cup of coffee before your workout can help enhance your workout performance. Many people have started their workout journey and, to help ease into it, they are taking energy boosters. One of the most trending boosters is a cup of coffee before a workout and, to help new fitness-goers navigate this, Martin Sharp, an award-winning personal […]
Risk of Cancer Higher for People Who Drink Alcohol, Even Moderately
As more evidence shows the potential health risks of alcohol consumption, public perception around drinking is shifting. A new study found that light to moderate drinking is associated with increased cancer- and disease-related mortality in older adults. The findings corroborate mounting evidence showing the harmful effects of alcohol consumption, even for moderate drinkers. Public perception around […]
TikTok Is Obsessed with Reducing ‘Cortisol Face.’ What Is It?
‘Cortisol Face’ is a new TikTok wellness trend that claims stress can lead to increased cortisol levels in the body, causing inflammation and noticeable changes to your face. “Cortisol Face” – a condition characterized by facial bloating and puffiness – is trending on TikTok. Creators on the platform claim that “Cortisol Face” is caused by […]
Colon cancer: Fruit used in Chinese medicine shows promise as treatment
A new study found that a fruit used in Chinese medicine contains a very effective compound that could help treat colon cancer. A fruit used in Chinese medicine contains a compound that is very effective against colon cancer, according to a new study. The compound is called Schisandrin B, and is found in a plant […]
Can People with Diabetes Eat Candy?
Eating candy can be a controversial topic for people with diabetes. Misconceptions about sugar and candy being off-limits for people with diabetes can be found in the public mindset, in media and entertainment, and within the medical community itself. With the Halloween season upon us, both kids and adults with diabetes as well as their loved […]
This Is Your Brain on Pumpkin Spice
The Pumpkin Spice Latte is back at Starbucks and your love of the sweet treat may have more to do with your brain than your tastebuds. Experts say that Starbucks has blended exclusivity, repetition, and comfort to signal to our brains that sipping a PSL is an annual rite of fall. PSLs and other pumpkin-flavored […]
Medical Myths: All about lung cancer
Because November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the latest edition of Medical Myths tackles lung cancer. Among a range of misunderstandings and mistruths, we cover pollution, surgery, risk factors, and talcum powder. In our Medical Myths series, we approach medical misinformation head on. Using expert insight and peer reviewed research to wrestle fact from fiction, […]
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?
Breakfast is often described as the most important meal of the day, but is skipping this morning meal really detrimental to health? Newer research suggests this may not be as bad as many of us believe. In this Honest Nutrition feature, we take an in-depth look at breakfast and whether skipping it is really harmful. […]