Inflammation

Joyce Hollman

‘Forever chemicals’ are aging men faster — Here’s what to do

PFAS are “forever chemicals” that most of us already carry in our bodies. But the newest generation of these chemicals is accelerating biological aging in middle-aged men by disrupting genes at the heart of how and why we age…

Dr. Adria Schmedthorst

Simple solution reduces Crohn’s symptoms by 40%

If you’re living with Crohn’s disease, you may have your fill of medications. But research is revealing a new way to significantly reduce symptoms and inflammation by simply changing when you eat. Here are the details…

Carolyn Gretton

Why some people with psoriasis develop arthritis and some don’t

Only about 1 in 5 people with psoriasis will develop psoriatic arthritis. Scientists haven’t known why the painful joint condition gets triggered in some and not others. But clues to how it travels through the bloodstream may lead to prevention….

Dr. Adria Schmedthorst

The lycopene link to preventing severe gum disease

Gum disease is much more common in folks over 50. But why? Are they skimping on good oral health habits? The truth is, they’re skimping on a common nutrient that seems custom-made to prevent severe gum disease.

Carolyn Gretton

The vitamin that could treat and prevent pancreatitis

Acute pancreatitis is a painful sudden attack that could land you in the hospital. Damage from repeat attacks put you in serious jeopardy. Rest, IV fluids, pain meds and antibiotics can only do so much. But this vitamin may treat, protect and prevent…

Dr. Adria Schmedthorst

Scientists capture the health benefits of thyme

Far beyond being the perfect poultry seasoning, thyme is packed with health-supporting compounds. But despite years of research into its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immune boosting potential, the question has been how to get the most from it, until now…