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by Wellness Editor Approximately 10% of people will experience the excruciating pain associated with a kidney stone at least once in their lives. What’s more, that number is on the rise. In the 2000s, the prevalence rate for kidney stones was 8.8%, compared with 3.8% in the 1970s. If the current trend continues, future generations will develop more kidney stones than generations currently living. But why?One million... 3/3/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting about 11.5% of the adult population. Despite its prevalence, it’s one of the more preventable chronic illnesses, with diet and lifestyle being key factors. What we eat is just as important as the number of calories we consume each day, and a diet that’s more plant-based could cut our heart failure risk by over 40%.A recent... 2/28/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor There are many harmful products that many of us knowingly or unknowingly use on a daily basis. Many of them are obviously dangerous, such as drain cleaner and bleach. But some products appear innocent while posing significant health risks. So we set out to see if scented candles are among them — are they really dangerous?There is an online movement that warns against the dangers of burning scented... 2/28/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Gray hair seems inevitable, although some people start seeing it far sooner than others, most everyone gets it at some point. It all comes down to chemical responses in the body damaging the color-producing cells in the follicles. This can be due to physical or emotional trauma, what we call stress, or even physical illness, vitamin deficiency, or environmental factors like smoking and pollution. What... 2/28/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor We all seem to have a beverage of choice. Whether it's the evening cocktail, the morning coffee, or the afternoon pick-me-up soda — we really seem to like our beverages. But some of those beverages may actually be causing us long-term harm. Let’s take a look at some of the best and worst options. 1. Best: Water Water is the stuff of life. We can only last three days without it and most of that time... 2/26/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Afrasiab Ahmad Anxiety and apprehension are increasing. We are constantly bombarded with overwhelming amounts of distressing information. The future is shrouded in doubt. Frustration and anger overflow onto our roads, infiltrate our stores, restaurants, and neighborhoods. Anxiety disorders, including fears, phobias, post-traumatic stress, panic disorders, social anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors, are... 2/26/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Relationships are the goal of many. We all want to be in love. Yet those intimate relationships can often end up taking us to dark places. And one of those can be the place known as "the silent treatment." It’s discouraging. But is it abusive? Deliberately Evading as Punishment If our partners deliberately evade our questions, that’s one form of the silent treatment known as stonewalling. It's often... 2/21/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Brown fat has a great reputation. Primarily due to its remarkable ability to boost metabolism and burn calories. This fatty tissue, which is less prevalent than the white fat we often associate with obesity, is now gaining even more attention in light of new findings. Studies are showing brown fat has multiple functions and the higher percentage a person has, the more likely they are to be in good... 2/21/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Amy Eliza Wong Many of us chase the idea of success, believing it holds the key to happiness. But often, the pursuit itself becomes fraught with anxiety, fear of judgment, overwhelm, and a constant need to prove oneself. This is a common phenomenon for anyone working hard to live the good life. Why wouldn’t that next big achievement finally bring the lasting joy we crave?As much as we’d all like to believe that the... 2/20/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Sophie Frabotta Feeling stuck can create emotional, mental, and even physical barriers that can hold us back from our pursuits, desires, and goals. Research from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) highlights the connection between unresolved emotional wounds, such as stress and overall well-being, emphasizing that our ability to process emotions effectively is key to personal transformation.The National Institute... 2/20/2025 5:00:00 AM
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