Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in a person’s blood and cells. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is the unhealthy kind of cholesterol often referred to as “bad”. Over time, high levels of LDL cholesterol can damage a person’s arteries, contribute to heart disease, and increase their risk having a stroke. As Rob Hobson, head of nutrition… Read More »
Whether you’re a faithful keto dieter or prefer a more balanced approach, low-carb snacks can play a part in any healthy diet. Made from coconut cream and cashew butter for a good source of fat, these salted caramel truffles are designed to help keep you feeling fuller for longer in between meals and satisfy your… Read More »
President Trump expressed interest in rebuilding mental institutions while responding to questions about the recent mass shootings on Thursday. “We can’t let these people be on the streets,” Trump said on his way to a campaign rally in New Hampshire. Answering questions about various topics including gun control legislation, the president asserted, “We’re looking at… Read More »
Ruby Gadelrab and Jill Hagenkord of MDisrupt Ruby Gadelrab and Jill Hagenkord Before Theranos raised hundreds of millions of dollars, forged a partnership with Walgreens and started using its flawed blood-testing technology with patients, a thorough due diligence process might have raised red flags about the company’s methods and practices. Two industry executives — Ruby… Read More »
While you may have left your love for emo music behind in high school, acne isn’t always something you can say goodbye to so easily. Acne is becoming increasingly more common in adults, with up to 15 percent of women affected. So what causes acne, exactly? “When skin pores get clogged, usually by dead skin… Read More »
Eczema is a condition in which a person’s skin becomes dry, red and itchy. The symptoms are most acute when a person is experiencing a flare-up. This often happens as a result of coming into contact with any number of irritants that are known to trigger the condition. With the holiday season in full swing,… Read More »