Hashimoto’s or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is a common thyroid disorder in the US and other developed countries. The symptoms can impact the person’s quality of life, despite the meds. According to research, diet and lifestyle tweaks can help reduce the symptoms, in addition to the meds. Every person who has Hashimoto’s […]
Celiac disease and gluten intolerance have become more and more common worldwide, but particularly in Europe and North America where around 5 percent of the population has this health problem, according to a meta-analysis of approximately 300 studies. In this analysis, the researchers propose that glyphosate, a chemical and active […]
Did you know that experts believe that around 30 percent of women will develop thyroid disorder in their lifetime? And, chances are, you or someone close to you has been diagnosed with a thyroid disorder, right? This autoimmune disorder impedes the proper functioning of the thyroid gland. Some contributing factors […]
Sadly, diabetes is more common than ever before and according to statistics, more than 500 million people have diabetes type 2 on a global level. Moreover, in 2015, it was concluded that diabetes was the 7th major cause for death in the US. Taking into account the prevalence of diabetes, […]
Even though many people choose to lead a gluten-free diet because they consider it healthier, for people with celiac disease, this type of diet is compulsory. Unfortunately, around 3 million Americans are diagnosed with celiac disease, a type of autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten consumption. What is gluten, you are […]
Nowadays, there is a lot of talk about gluten-free diets and some of you who are reading this may be following it. This nutrition appeared as a diet solution for those who are allergic or sensitive to gluten, that is, to products that contain this protein, including wheat. But, according […]
Unfortunately, autoimmune illnesses have been exponentially growing and statistics shows that more than 50 million American citizens are suffering from some type of autoimmune disease, as noted on Mind Body Green. An autoimmune disorder happens when the body’s immunity starts to attack the body because it goes into overdrive and […]
During teenage years, it is not uncommon for both girls and boys to struggle with acne. However, this does not happen in puberty only and in some people, it may a problem in their adult years, often times, as a consequence of hormonal imbalances or polycystic ovaries (in women). In […]
Very often, after finishing a heavier meal, we often experience bloating in the stomach due to the impeded or strenuous movement of the muscles in various parts of the digestive system. In addition to bloating, one may also experience discomfort and pressure in the abdominal area. Bloating may be a […]