Nutrition Tips for Cancer Prevention

Does Lifestyle Impact Cancer Risk? According to the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research, between 30 and 50% of all cancers are preventable with healthy lifestyle choices, avoiding occupational carcinogens and environmental...

Sleep to Prevent Prediabetes

More than one out of three American adults gets too little sleep. In the long term, a sleep debt increases the risk of several chronic health problems including type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. Even in the short term, failing to get adequate sleep...

Intermittent Fasting: A Scientific Look

There’s been a lot of talk lately about intermittent fasting for weight loss… but is this all just talk or is there scientific information to back it up? What is intermittent fasting? Also known as “alternate day fasting,” intermittent fasting can...

Going Camping? What You Need to Know

As the temperatures rise and the days become longer, many Americans will head out on camping adventures. Whether you’re a seasoned camping pro or new to the activity, it’s always a good idea to review camping safety tips. Don’t Forget to Pack the Essentials Before...

Are Neti Pots Safe?

Little teapots with long spouts have become a fixture in many homes to flush out clogged nasal passages and help people breathe easier. Along with other nasal irrigation systems, these devices — commonly called neti pots — use a saline, or saltwater, solution to treat...

Kick the (Soda) Can Down the Road

If you think that daily soda is only bad for your teeth and waistline, think again.  New research out of England finds that a diet high in sugar is linked with high levels of fat in your blood and liver.  Researcher Bruce Griffin from England notes that, “Consuming...