Jerry Shaver 
Bone fractures may not seem like a public health issue, but they affect an estimated 178 million people worldwide each year. Most fracture victims are treated for the pain with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which isn’t optimal, as these drugs reduce inflammation, which is an important part of the healingRead
Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that the body needs to form red blood cells and DNA. Unfortunately, it’s also one of our more common nutrient deficiencies. Since B12 is found only in animal products, vegetarians and vegans often have trouble getting adequate amounts through their diets. Some people alsoRead
Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) develops when fat in the liver becomes toxic, killing liver cells and promoting inflammation and fibrosis. The disease can lead to cirrhosis, liver failure, and even death. It is associated with metabolic syndrome, which is characterized by abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, low bloodRead
While science continues to explore the health benefits of cannabidiol (CBD), oral bioavailability has been a constant issue due to CBD’s lipophilicity and extensive first-pass metabolism. To mitigate this issue, various carrier oils—including MCT oil, sesame oil, and olive oil—have been mixed with CBD in formulations designed to improve bioavailability,Read
Over the past few decades, concern has been steadily increasing over the prevalence of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in our environment and their effects on human health. Used in everyday products such as plastics, personal care items, and pesticides, common endocrine-disrupting chemicals include persistent organic pollutants (POPs), perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs), polychlorinatedRead
An estimated 40 percent of the global adult population has high blood pressure, or hypertension, which puts people at risk of cardiovascular disease and other dangerous health conditions. Previous studies have connected the rising rates of hypertension to increased sugar consumption. The sweet stuff likely boosts blood pressure through manyRead
It’s no secret that Americans take a lot of prescription drugs. But a new study published in the journal Demography helps put that idea into context. According to the research, American children born in 2019 will spend half of their lives taking prescription medications—more time than many will spend gettingRead
While the human body can generate most of the fats it needs, it cannot produce adequate levels of omega-3 fatty acids and must obtain them from dietary sources. Two key omega-3 fatty acids, EPA (eicosatetraenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), can be derived only from certain sources, such as fish,Read
Medical research is usually initiated by doctors and scientists working in hospitals and laboratories. But sometimes, patient input can spur new discoveries. That was the case with a study published in the journal Cancer Discovery, which has uncovered what appears to be a new method for early breast cancer diagnosis.Read
Despite the prevalence and popularity of low-carb diets, the role of carbohydrates in weight gain and obesity remains controversial. Few studies have tracked the association between changes in carbohydrate intake over time and changes in body weight. To address this, a team led by Harvard researchers set out to examineRead
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