During pregnancy, a woman’s daily intake requirements for certain nutrients, such as folic acid (folate), calcium, and iron are vital for proper fetal growth and development – but is there a link between taking prenatal vitamins and autism? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) includes a range of conditions, including Asperger syndrome, which alters social interaction, communication, […]

Vitamins are compounds that are essential to cellular function and the growth and development of human beings. Although the body doesn’t produce them, each vitamin fulfills a mission, to the point that a vitamin  deficiency can lead to health problems. The main source of essential vitamins should be a balanced diet. In some specific cases […]

When you hear the word yoga, what pops into your head?  If you imagine a freakishly in-shape woman with her legs bent over her shoulders like a pretzel, you are not alone. People who do yoga regularly have a reputation for being flexible and super chill, but many of them didn’t start out that way. […]

The idea of a beauty supplement holds wide appeal because of its ease and the perceived effectiveness of anything in “pill” form, but do these supplements really work? There’s a dizzying selection of hair, skin and nails vitamins out on the market, claiming stronger, longer, healthier, and more lustrous beauty at all different price points, […]

Kale is a superfood. The health benefits of kale. Kale: the world’s healthiest food. Kale, kale, kale.  And not only that, we’ve also all been guilty of forgetting that bag of spinach in the back of the fridge. Poor spinach. Well, now it’s time to bring back one your parents’ favorite childhood phrases, “Eat your spinach.” Because […]

Some people can drink a gallon of soda and maintain a perfectly flat stomach. My digestive system, on the other hand, is extremely sensitive, and almost anything I eat or drink can cause some uncomfortable bloating. So is it even possible to prevent bloating after eating or drinking? If you’re among the 10% to 30% of the […]

It’s that time of year. Everyone has a sore throat. Sore throats are commonly triggered by the fluctuations in temperature brought by the winter season, but sore throats are also a common symptom experienced due to a variety of conditions. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine: “Your throat is a tube that carries food […]

When something goes wrong with your medical care or the outcome of a procedure is not the one that was expected, some people investigate how to sue a doctor to recover compensation for their injuries and damages. However, not every treatment error is a good candidate for a medical malpractice case. A 2016 report published […]

Well, it just keeps happening. Another painkiller drug price has seen an unbelievable increase. This time, it’s an arthritis painkiller and the increase is around 2,000 percent over the course of five years. What changed? The drug’s rights were acquired by a new company. That’s about it, as far as we know. The Irish drug […]

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disease that affects over 5.5 million Americans over the age of 65. Alzheimer’s is more than just a tragic disease, however. It is also an international pandemic that is expected to see an increase in cases, from 47 million worldwide to over 135 million, by 2050. The cost of […]

Have general medical questions you need answered now? Dial 866-SU-FAMILIA The HHS has a Spanish-language health helpline for Hispanics called “Su Familia.” The toll-free helpline, 866-SU-FAMILIA, was developed and is operated by the National Alliance for Hispanic Health. It is designed to provide Hispanic families with basic health information that helps prevent and manage chronic […]

No – you can’t get warts from kissing toads, but you can get rid of them by using natural treatments. Warts are small, fleshy, benign bumps on the skin that are caused by different strains of the human papillomavirus, or HPV, according to the U.S. Library of Medicine (NIH). Turns out warts are a very […]

Insurance companies modify their drug formulary every year, around this time. Express Scripts, who is responsible for 83 million insurance plan members’ drug coverage, got the ball rolling by announcing their drug formulary exclusions for 2018. View Formulary Exclusions List Here Why do I need to know if my formulary has changed? It’s important to […]

Have you ever wondered how long it takes to feel the effects of vitamins or supplements you swallow? Is it worth taking a ton of Vitamin C when you ‘feel a cold coming on’? It turns out, the length of time it takes for your body to absorb vitamins & minerals and really feel the […]

If you suffer from incontinence, you know the stress and embarrassment that it can cause. You could just be asking yourself, “Why am I peeing so much?” If you’ve been suffering from increased occurrences or if you’ve been heading to the bathroom more often than usual, it might not be all that water you’ve been […]