If you're looking to cut down on caffeine and still want a natural boost of energy, you're not alone. While sugary sodas and energy drinks can give a quick jolt,…
A recent study highlights that drinking coffee can affect the balance of your gut microbiome, which is the ecosystem of bacteria and other microorganisms in your digestive tract. Researchers discovered…
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (ZES) is a rare digestive condition where tumors known as gastrinomas form in the pancreas or the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine. These tumors produce…
A recent study has revealed that nearly one in three adults in the U.S. might have an iron deficiency. Researchers at Boston's Brigham and Women’s Hospital checked the iron levels…
Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) spread through sexual contact. It's a bacterial infection that can affect various parts of the body, including the eyes, mouth, throat, reproductive…
Navigating the grocery store aisles can be challenging with all the choices available. Whether you're a foodie or just need to stick to a budget, your selections can be affected…
The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a widespread and highly contagious herpes virus, mainly spreading through body fluids like saliva. By adulthood, about 90% of people have been infected with EBV,…
A food allergy happens when the immune system mistakenly sees certain food proteins as harmful, causing an allergic reaction. More than 170 foods can cause these reactions, but some of…
Congestive heart failure is when your heart can't pump enough blood to meet your body's needs. This can be caused by things like coronary artery disease or having a heart…
Emphysema is a long-term lung disease affecting over 3 million people in the U.S. It’s a type of COPD, marked by damage to the alveoli, the tiny air sacs in…