An ectopic pregnancy is relatively uncommon, occurring in approximately 1 out of every 40 pregnancies. While miscarriage remains the most common complication early in a pregnancy, some research indicates that ectopic pregnancies may be on the rise. Researchers point to increasing STD rates as well as more women using assisted reproductive technologies, including in vitro…
An MTHFR mutation is a problem associated with poor methylation and enzyme production. MTHFR mutations affect every person differently, sometimes contributing to hardly any noticeable symptoms at all, while other times leading to serious, long-term health problems. Although the exact prevalence rate is still up for debate, it's believed that up to 30 percent to 50 percent…
You can't believe everything you hear. That truth is particularly true when it comes to nutrition lies. Each week, it seems as if a new fad or health solution is reported. These reports typically include information on a food now considered "unhealthy" or a better, faster way to lose weight. Many of the claims are…
Bisphenol A (known as BPA) is a carbon-based, synthetic compound that is ubiquitous in modern-day life. It's used in everything from shatter-resistant plastic water bottles and food storage containers to cash register receipts and canned food and drink liners. It's even in coffee cans and beer kegs. Despite it being literally impossible to fully avoid,…
Did you know that Paget's disease is the second most common metabolic bone disorder after osteoroporosis? It's estimated that around 70 percent of patients who have Paget's disease have no symptoms. Sometimes Paget's disease of bone is confused with arthritis. These are two totally different bone diseases, but they can have similar symptoms and they…
That burning, "pins and needles" sensation you experience when your arm or leg falls asleep is called paresthesia. While the vast majority of paresthesia cases go away once you change positions, there are underlying conditions that can cause chronic discomfort. Paresthesia can occur anywhere in the body, but symptoms are most often experienced in the…
Most of us never consider the acid/alkaline balance of our blood, but a proper pH is a crucial aspect to overall health. Many doctors stress the importance of reducing acidity and increasing alkalinity with an alkaline diet because a balanced pH helps protect us from the inside out. Disease and disorder, they say, cannot take root…
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes long-lasting inflammation and ulcer symptoms, or sores in the digestive tract. Ulcerative colitis affects the innermost lining of the large intestine and rectum. This inflammatory disease can be debilitating, and sometimes it can even lead to life-threatening complications. Ulcerative colitis may lead to a narrowed area of…
Amblyopia is the medical term for lazy eye — a problem with vision where the eye and brain do not work together properly. The brain favors one eye over the other, and the weak eye does not move or focus correctly. Amblyopia is the most common cause of sight problems in children, but it can…
Do you have a waffle maker lying around that just doesn’t get the use it should? Try these wild and healthy waffle recipes for a healthy breakfast, lunch, dinner and even dessert! Note: I recommend using natural sweeteners like raw honey, real maple syrup or organic coconut sugar to get the most nutrients out of these recipes.…
