A tremendous buzz surrounds collagen drinks and supplements, as celebrities and influencers tout miraculous benefits for skin, hair, and nails. Since the collagen in our bodies provides crucial support for…
Television viewing is associated with increased risks of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Be honest: just how much television are you watching? One study has estimated that half of American adults…
Research suggests regular outdoor time lowers risk for myopia, a vision problem on the rise worldwide. Turns out that when your mother told you to stop sitting near the TV…
Practicing social and emotional skills at home can help. Making friends and finding social opportunities can sometimes be difficult, particularly for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorder,…
Metabolic risk factors and alcohol fuel higher rates of fatty liver disease. In today’s fast-paced world, our waking hours are filled with decisions — often surrounding what to eat. After…
When I worked at Greenpeace for five years before I attended medical school, a popular slogan was, “Think globally, act locally.” As I write this blog about climate change and…
Small fish and bivalves offer often-overlooked nutritional and environmental value. Many health-conscious consumers have already cut back on hamburgers, steaks, and deli meats, often by swapping in poultry or seafood.…
Hitting start (or reset) on eating healthy. Three months into the year is a good time to recalculate if you’ve been slacking on your resolution to eat healthy. And if…
Scientific advances have brought us scores of new drugs in recent years. In the US, one major agency — the FDA — is responsible for making sure that the drugs…
During many stages of illness, palliative care can ease strains and provide additional support. Many people and their families associate the term palliative care with the end of life. Some…
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