Fast food even worse than we thought, study shows
By Katherine Shagoury It seems it should be common sense by now that fast food is not a particularly healthful option. A recent analysis of the offerings at 10 popular...
Read MoreIBD treatments safer with new genetic test
By Katherine Shagoury New genetic research has uncovered a gene mutation that will allow practitioners to identify Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis patients who are at risk for potentially deadly...
Read MoreWhole grains, dietary fiber, could prevent liver disease
By Katherine Shagoury Whole grains and dietary fiber could be associated with a lower risk of liver cancer, according to a new study published in JAMA Oncology. Co-authors Wanshui...
Read MoreSpending time in parks could boost emotional wellbeing
By Katherine Shagoury Simply spending 20 minutes in an urban park could make you happier, regardless of whether you are engaging in exercise or not, according to new research from...
Read MoreDiabetes may be associated with higher risk for pain, study says
By Katherine Shagoury People with diabetes have a 35 percent risk of experiencing low back pain and a 24 percent higher risk of neck pain than individuals without diabetes, according...
Read MoreLive from the Integrative Healthcare Symposium
By Katherine Shagoury Last week, over 1,500 attendees from across the globe gathered at the 15th edition of the Integrative Healthcare Symposium, which was held at the Hilton Midtown in...
Read MoreNew study describes “language” bacteria use to control genes, development
By Katherine Shagoury Bacteria in the gut do far more than help digest food. They can also tell genes what to do, according to a new study published today in...
Read MoreHow technology, genomics, biometrics, support integrative and functional medicine
By Katherine Shagoury Health is personal, said Jeffrey Bland, PhD, FACN, FACB, CNS, president of the Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute, at the 2019 Integrative Healthcare Symposium in New York City....
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