Vegetables are a cornerstone of a healthy diet, but with endless options at the market and seasons that never stop shifting, knowing which ones to always keep on hand isn’t always obvious. We asked two registered dietitians to name their standout pick (and share a few honorable mentions) to settle the debate once and for all. Spoiler: Eat your greens. Continue reading
There is a persistent taboo surrounding discussing bowel movements, but it is hindering vital conversations with doctors that are essential for the early detection of serious health issues.
Bowel cancer remains one of the most common cancers across the UK, but public understanding of its symptoms and crucial screening procedures frequently lags.
One issue is that symptoms of bowel cancer can often appear similar to less severe health conditions, meaning that patients can ignore the signs until it is too late.
Mr Jeremy Clark, a consultant general surgeon specialising in colorectal diseases at Nuffield Health in Brighton, has underscored five critical warning signs the public must recognise. Continue reading
Coffee is a daily ritual for millions of people, offering a quick boost of energy and focus to start the day. But what many don’t realize is that this beloved beverage can quietly interfere with certain medications, sometimes reducing their effectiveness or increasing side effects. Pharmacists frequently warn that timing your coffee around your prescriptions can be just as important as taking the medication itself. Whether it’s a morning pill or an afternoon dose, the interaction between coffee and medications can make a real difference in how your body responds.
Understanding these risks can help you make smarter choices without giving up your favorite cup. Continue reading
The recent rise of thyroid cancer in the United States has been dramatic. Since 1975, the incidence of thyroid cancer has nearly tripled, increasing faster than any other type of cancer.
This rise is frequently attributed in Western medicine to the widespread adoption of advanced imaging technologies, which incidentally detect many early-stage microcarcinomas, Dr. Chou Tsung-Han, chief physician of the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) department of Ming Tang Clinics in Taiwan, told The Epoch Times.
However, from a TCM perspective, detection alone does not fully explain the increase. Individual constitutional and environmental influences play crucial roles in disease susceptibility and progression. Continue reading
PHARMACEU’TIC, PHARMACEU’TICAL, adjective [Gr. to practice witchcraft or use medicine; poison or medicine.] Pertaining to the knowledge or art of pharmacy, or to the art of preparing medicines.
‘Granny’ was an old friend and contributing columnist to the family of web-sites of Kettle Moraine Publications. Was she a pharmacist or pharmacologist? Absolutely not – but she was in her 80’s and had learned from a personal standpoint about the good and bad of that which is manipulated by the likes of BIG Pharma and those who they line the pockets of – our elected Congress official-DUMB and those in the Medical field who continue to buy into all of the nonsense of the sales pitch.
Was Granny to be a frequent columnist and continuing contributor – maybe – maybe not – but our purpose here today – is quite simple to understand. Remember after all – It’s YOUR Health – YOUR Choice! ~ Editor
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You probably don’t think of your poop as art or a book, but each time you finish doing your, um, business, your fecal matter tells a story. That’s because we are what we eat, and whatever we eat eventually plops into the toilet.
So if you’re interested in gazing upon what your bowels have unleashed, you may discover some clues about your health. For instance, if your stool is sticking to the toilet bowl, there’s a good chance your diet is too high in fat.
That said, no need to immediately rush out to the grocery store to revamp your entire diet. Sometimes a gross piece of fecal matter is just that ― kind of disgusting and something you can flush away and quickly forget about. Continue reading
Berries, nature’s colorful and flavorful jewels, are not just a treat for the taste buds but also a boon for heart health. Numerous studies highlight the role berries play in reducing heart attack risk while promoting overall cardiovascular wellness.
Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber, berries such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries are a powerhouse of nutrients. Continue reading
You’ve probably heard that few things in life are certain except death and taxes, but we’d like to add something else to the list: cleaning up in the bathroom.
So, since we have to do it, what’s the best technique? Continue reading
Chemical relaxers used to straighten hair may increase the risk of developing multiple cancers by as much as 166 percent, a new study has found
The Center for Environmental Health (CEH) sent a notice to major retailers Amazon.com, Target and Walmart on Tuesday notifying them that they are in violation for selling shampoos, body soaps and other hygienic products that contain cocamide diethanolamine, or cocamide DEA.
Cocamide DEA is derived from coconut oil and commonly used in shampoos, soaps and lotions as a foam booster, thickening agent and stabilizer.
It is made by reacting coconut oil with a chemical called ethanolamine. Continue reading
A top heart surgeon has revealed the foods and drinks he avoids that are ‘actively poisoning’ you body.
Dr Jeremy London (pictured here), a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon in Georgia, took to TikTok to share the foods he never eats due to increased risks of heart disease
Dr Jeremy London, a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon in Georgia, shared the top foods he avoids to lower his risk of cardiovascular disease, America’s number one killer that takes 1 million lives every year.
The disease, which includes coronary artery disease, heart attack and stroke, among others, kills more Americans than cancer and dementia combined, and experts estimate it is on the rise nationwide.
Health authorities expect by 2050, more than 60 percent of Americans will have some form of heart disease. Continue reading
Banner Health’s University Medical Center Phoenix became the first hospital in the United States to successfully perform a new procedure aimed at treating patients with leaky heart valves.
Using a Valcare’s AMEND Ring, Dr. Paul Sorajja completed the procedure, which is aimed to treat mitral regurgitation, according to a Monday news release. Continue reading
Foods from the ‘alkaline’ side include fresh seasonal fruit
Grapefruit for breakfast might have just sabotaged your medication. The green tea you’re sipping could be canceling out the effects of your cancer treatment. The St. John’s wort you take for mood support may be making your birth control ineffective. The foods and supplements we reach for to stay healthy can sometimes do exactly the opposite when mixed with prescription drugs.
While three-quarters of Americans use dietary supplements, and nearly two-thirds are on prescription drugs, millions are unknowingly combining substances that shouldn’t mix.
More than 85 medications can dangerously interact with grapefruit alone. Some interactions weaken your medicine, rendering treatments useless. Others amplify drug effects, turning safe doses into dangerous ones. Continue reading
On December 5, 2025, the CDC’s ACIP committee voted 8-3 to end the automatic Hep B shot for every newborn. For the first time since 1991 hospitals can no longer treat every baby as if they were born to an infected mother.
The new language: Hep B at birth only if mom is positive or status unknown. For the 99%+ of infants born to Hep B-negative mothers, the shot is delayed to at least 2 months with “individual-based decision-making” between parents and doctors. This is a win for medical freedom and common sense.
But make no mistake, this is only the opening salvo in a long and brutal war against an industry that now demands over 70 doses of other vaccines by age 18. Continue reading