When you look in the mirror or run your hand down the front of your throat, you might notice a small bump—especially when you swallow. That bump is the Adam’s apple, and despite the name, everyone has one. Some people’s are just more prominent than others. But what exactly is […]
Could pills many of us take for sleep, allergies, bladder issues, or anxiety nudge our risk of dementia upward? A growing body of research suggests a cautious “maybe.” Large population studies have linked certain anticholinergic drugs (found in many common prescriptions and OTC remedies) and benzodiazepines (anti-anxiety/sleep medicines) with a […]
After more than two decades without vision, a 34-year-old Canadian man, Brent Chapman, can see again — thanks to a rare operation that uses a patient’s own tooth to anchor an artificial cornea. The procedure, formally called osteoodontokeratoprosthesis (OOKP) or modified OOKP (MOOKP), was performed for the first time in […]
When someone is diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, often it means the disease has been quietly advancing for longer than we realize—silent, subtle signs are missed, dismissed, or attributed to less serious issues. A stage 4 cancer patient, looking back, may say: “My body whispered long before it ever screamed.” Hearing that […]
Hibiscus tea—vivid, tart, and deeply colored—is more than just a delightful beverage. It has long been used in traditional healing across Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. Today, scientific research is backing up many of its reputed cardiovascular and wellness benefits. Why Hibiscus Tea Supports Heart Health The petals of the […]
Statins are among the most prescribed drugs in the world. They work by lowering cholesterol, specifically LDL cholesterol (“bad cholesterol”), and are often recommended for people at risk of heart attack or stroke. Yet, many patients feel unsure when handed a prescription. Should you start statins right away—or are there […]
5 Supplements a Doctor Claims May Risk Heart Attack or Liver Failure In the realm of holistic wellness, supplements often enjoy a near-mythical status: “natural, safe, side-effect free.” But real medicine warns us otherwise. A growing body of case reports and pharmacovigilance alerts shows that certain dietary supplements — especially […]
In 2024, a Harvard medical student named Nick Norwitz decided to run an extreme self-experiment: eat 720 eggs over one month — that’s 24 eggs per day — and track what happens to his cholesterol, metabolism, and overall health. His stated goal: spark conversation about metabolism, dietary cholesterol, and how […]
A cautionary tale and holistic lessons about listening to your body We often dismiss aches and pains as “just overdoing it” — a pulled muscle, stress, or fatigue. But sometimes, those small signals hide deeper problems. One striking example is the story of 43-year-old Claire Turner, a mother of three, […]
For decades, Huntington’s disease (HD) has been a tragic example of a neurodegenerative disorder with no cure and only symptomatic treatments. But in 2025, those afflicted and their families may have reason to believe that a turning point has arrived. In a recently announced human trial, a gene therapy called […]