We know that stress increases levels of the hormone cortisol in the body. But is the opposite true? Does reducing cortisol reduce stress? And can you...
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THC Gummies: How to Use Them Safely
As marijuana legalization continues to roll out, cannabis products are everywhere, including edibles such as cookies, brownies and gummies. Gummies in particular make the marijuana...
The 10 Worst Foods for Acid Reflux
Over-the-counter pharmaceuticals aren’t the only way to control acid reflux—diet modifications can make a major difference, too, explains Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Molly Pelletier… How much...
How to Stop Eating When You’re Not Hungry
Hunger isn’t the only reason we eat. Sometimes we eat as a way to cope with stress, sadness, loneliness or boredom…to celebrate feelings of joy…as...
The Benefits of Potassium
You likely think of potassium as an essential mineral, but it’s more accurate to say it is an electrolyte—an electrically charged particle—integral to a wide...
Why Do I Get Cold After I Eat?
Should you be concerned when a good meal literally leaves you cold? A slight chill after eating isn’t necessarily something to worry about, but there...
Alkaline Water: Benefits, Side Effects, and Risks
Bottled alkaline water has become extremely popular, with sales of around $1 billion worldwide. But what is alkaline water exactly…and what does it do for...
Gut Feelings
The gut is often called the body’s second brain because it contains a vast network of neurons—around 100 million—in what’s called the enteric nervous system....
The Taurine Breakthrough
After World War II, many people began giving their pets commercial pet food. When a large number of animals went blind, scientists began to investigate...
Gluten-Free Italian Cuisine
For the millions of people who are following a low-carb or gluten-free dietary plan, the very idea of Italian food may feel off limits. But...
The Bad Side of Good-For-You Foods
Health organizations have been very thorough when it comes to warning people about the dangers of mercury in certain fish—but that’s not the only so-called...
What Do Antioxidants Do for Us?
We hear a lot about the benefits of antioxidants, especially to combat free radicals, the source of unhealthy oxidative stress. But what do all those...
