Your doctor could be the best person to guide you into better health… if our healthcare system didn’t get in the way. Doctors are trained to diagnose and then prescribe medications. This fails to influence real change for patients. So what can you do?

One incredibly fascinating thing about the human body is its resilience. We can treat it poorly and still it will continue to do its best to maintain balance so we can get on with life. Of course, its ability to go on with being treated poorly eventually lands us in trouble…

Poor eating habits can easily become a vicious cycle. But side effects of food additives may be more to blame. Turns out some keep your stomach from telling your brain you’re full and send your appetite into overdrive.

Stinky, foul smelling breath is far more than just a social embarrassment. It could be a warning about your health. In fact, checking your breath regularly could even save your life. Let’s look at the 9 things your breath could be trying to tell you about your health.

There’s a common misconception that brains and brawn are mutually exclusive… If you’re built like a muscle man, you’re probably not that smart. And if you’ve got the IQ of Einstein, you’re probably scrawny. But this couldn’t be further from the truth… especially as you get older.

If you’re considering a vegetarian diet you may want to dig deeper. Research shows that not all plant-based diets are equal. In fact, some are downright unhealthy. One in particular, however, appears to reduce cardiovascular risk and lead to a longer life…

In years past, polluted waterways, factories sending smoke into the sky and leaded gasoline fumes led to disease and made us sick. So, the EPA set guidelines and, over the decades, the environment became cleaner. But we rarely think of our homes as being polluted…

Someone presents a roast dinner with baked potatoes and vegetables smothered in gravy. You smell the delicious aroma and your mouth begins to salivate. But before a fork even reaches your mouth, the smell of that food is affecting your metabolism…

Heartburn, reflux, ulcers and indigestion… If you’re taking prescription or over-the-counter medication to treat any of these common health complaints, you could be taking a chance with your life.

A stroke hits when either oxygen or nutrients carried to the brain are blocked. While most people know that stroke is a serious issue, what is less known is that some commonly prescribed medications can increase your risk of stroke anywhere from 25 percent on up to almost 80 percent.

Summer is officially here! With endless outdoor activities like hiking, camping, barbecuing and more, this season is about fun and family time! As you increase your appetite for adventure, make sure you “get smart” about summer’s health risks that are intensified by the heat…

Remember when soy was considered a health food? That idea didn’t just arise out of thin air. It came from research that shows soy relieves menopause symptoms, prevents osteoporosis and improves cardiovascular health. So is it good or bad for you?