tomatoes

Overactive bladder, or OAB, is a problem that affects millions of people in North America – up to 30 percent of men and 40 percent of women, according to the Urology Care Foundation. Generally, it impacts people more as they get older, with the condition intensifying if there’s a family history of bladder problems. Of […]

One of the deadliest forms of cancer unique to women is ovarian cancer, which can strike at any age. And while ovarian cancer isn’t nearly the most prevalent cancer that affects women, in terms of sheer numbers, for too many women a diagnosis of ovarian cancer is essentially a death sentence. Even more frustrating is […]

What we eat plays a large role in our overall health, and overconsumption of certain foods—such as those high in fat or sugar—can eventually lead to illness and disease. Fortunately, food can also be used to treat health concerns or, in some cases, even prevent them altogether.

For those who follow vegetarian or vegan diets, or others who simply want to cut back on their meat intake, their iron intake needs to come from somewhere. Understanding what non-heme, or plant-based, sources of iron are available is essential to ensuring proper intake each day.

While the warm weather of summer is enjoyable, it does come with its own set of dangers, such as heat stroke. Luckily, along with plenty of water, the following eight hydrating foods can prevent heat stroke.

While none of us like it, we’ve all been guilty of throwing out food at some point or another. To avoid this from happening in the future, here are some tips on food storage to avoid unnecessary spoilage.