Though every person has different health risks, your gender heavily influences yours. For example, women are at a greater risk of conditions including osteoporosis, stroke and migraines. During different life stages, women may also face a higher probability of developing iodine deficiency, metabolic syndrome, or other ailments which can impact quality of life. Of course, […]
With flu season on the horizon, people are thinking about scheduling their annual shot (if they haven’t already). Vaccination can boost your natural immune response and reduce illness by about 40% to 60%, depending on how well the vaccine matches the specific flu virus spreading. Vaccination may also protect the people around you who may […]
For those couples trying to conceive, the process can be a mixture of excitement, joy, and, at times, frustration. At least, that’s the case for the 12% of men and 13% of women ages 25 to 44 who struggle with fertility issues. Though modern medicine has pioneered an assortment of hormone treatments, fertility drugs and […]
With only one set of permanent teeth to last a lifetime, there’s a lot of pressure on the average person to maintain great oral hygiene every day. Yet, if you look at research from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2017, it’s clear that most people are fighting an uphill battle. In between 1990 and […]
When visiting their psychiatrist, most people would be surprised if the doctor prescribed a daily dosage of seaweed, yet there’s growing evidence that this all-natural resource can contribute to better mental health. A return of interest in the brain-gut connection is part of an approach to more holistic mental health treatments. Here’s why more […]
This year almost seems designed to test everyone’s sense of wellbeing. The pandemic, economic uncertainty, extreme weather conditions and other sources of stress have brought millions of people to their boiling point. In fact, a June 2020 survey conducted by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention found that 31% of Americans are dealing with […]
Of all the discoveries and breakthroughs around COVID-19, one particular study caught our attention. While vaccination remains as the best way to prevent COVID-19, researchers recently conducted a study that demonstrated promising results with a specific seaweed extract as a preventative measure against the disease. Even the World Health Organization recognized the potential of seaweed […]
An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but can the right amount of seaweed keep you out of the dentist’s office? Some studies suggest that the nutrients and antimicrobial properties of natural seaweed compounds are perfect for preventing tooth decay, gum disease and canker sores. For formulators in search of natural oral care ingredients […]
These days, antiviral solutions are on everyone’s mind. The general public as well as virologists, healthcare professionals and members of the pharmaceutical industry are eager to inhibit the spread of viruses. In fact, there’s an immediate need on the market for compounds with reliable antiviral activities and researchers are exploring new pharmaceutical opportunities. Here’s what […]