Health Blogs
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The Myth of 10,000 Steps
We’ve all heard “10,000 steps a day”. It feels like a badge of honor when your watch buzzes, but the truth is the number has more to do with marketing than science.
Prayer and Purpose: The Overlooked Keys to Health and Longevity
Many young doctors find themselves at a breaking point in the early days of medical internships. The demands of working in an intensive care unit, witnessing trauma daily, and confronting the fragility of human life often leave them drained, both physically and emotionally. Each shift chips away at their resilience. Depression creeps in, wrapping around thoughts like fog, making it a struggle to pull free.
The Inflammation Connection
We’ve all felt it—that nagging ache in your lower back, the stiffness in your knees when you stand up too quickly, or the soreness that lingers long after a tough workout. Pain is the language our bodies use to get our attention. But often, the real culprit isn’t the strain itself—it’s inflammation.
Red Dye No
Red Dye No. 3, also known as erythrosine, has long been a staple in the food industry, lending its vibrant cherry-red hue to a variety of products. From candies and baked goods to certain beverages, this synthetic dye has been used to make foods more visually appealing. However, recent developments have brought its safety into question, leading to significant regulatory changes in the United States.
Metabolic Crisis – Why Are Our Children Are Sicker Than Ever?
America is facing a national health emergency of unprecedented proportions. Over four in ten Americans are obese, and one in five children now suffers from obesity as well. Type 2 diabetes, once considered a disease of middle-aged adults, is now showing up in children at alarming rates. The reality is grim: teenagers are undergoing liver transplants due to fatty liver disease caused by excessive soda consumption, while the food and pharmaceutical industries continue to profit. The crisis is not just a personal health issue but a systemic failure, driven by corporate interests and government policies that favor disease management over prevention.
How Tobacco Companies Hooked Us on Junk Food
It all started in the 1960s, when two of the world’s most powerful tobacco giants, R.J. Reynolds and Philip Morris, began looking for new business ventures. Tobacco was still king, but the writing was on the wall. Mounting research was linking smoking to deadly diseases, and the industry was starting to feel the pressure. But if there was one thing Big Tobacco had mastered, it was creating loyal customers. And they weren’t about to let all that expertise go to waste.
The Invisible Enemy
If you’ve never considered the plastic in your water, your food, or even the air you breathe—now is the time to start. These microscopic invaders aren’t just “out there” in the environment; they’re inside you. And they’re affecting everything from your liver to your hormones to your mental clarity.
Turning 50
Imagine reaching your 50th birthday and discovering that five specific health choices you’ve made—or avoided—could determine whether you live an additional decade or more. It’s a compelling thought, and recent research has shed light on just how impactful these choices can be.
By honoring our bodies and incorporating the wisdom of the past, we can blend this into our modern lives, promoting a future filled with vitality, purpose, and lasting well-being.