Did you know that six in 10 Americans suffer from chronic diseases? These health conditions — which last at least a year and require continuous medical care — are the top causes of disability and death in the country. They’re a massive drain on the U.S. healthcare system,...
You’ve probably heard that yogurt and kimchi are good for you. Or maybe you’ve had diarrhea while taking amoxicillin. But how do fermented foods benefit health, while antibiotics cause side effects? The answer has to do with your gut microbiome. In this article, we’ll explore:
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In the United States, six in 10 adults have a chronic disease, while four in 10 have two or more. Chronic health conditions include heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes, obesity, and arthritis. Mental disorders like depression and anxiety fall into the same category. Such persistent illnesses...