“Adrenal fatigue” is not a medically recognized term, but adrenal insufficiency, although rare, is a serious medical condition requiring treatment. Fatigue is a nonspecific symptom that can have man...

Inflammation increases the risk of heart disease and cancer. But does inflammation cause weight gain too? Turns out inflammation can influence weight, thanks to the way it disrupts insulin sensitivi...

Wondering how to heal your thyroid? Stress and diet play key roles in thyroid function, so it’s smart to make lifestyle and dietary changes part of your treatment plan for healing your thyroid. Th...

Is caffeine bad for you? The answer depends on whether you're a CYP1A2 ultrarapid metabolizer or a slow metabolizer. Maybe you're one of those people who can have an after-dinner cappuccino and sti...

This article contains additional reporting by   Jennifer Chesak . Does dairy cause inflammation? The short answer is maybe. Perhaps you're on the fence about whether you should skip dairy foods in...

Not knowing when you’re going to get your period or dealing with irregular menstrual bleeding can be frustrating. Plus, irregular periods can have bigger implications, such as impacting your fertili...

You’ve just completed a high-intensity sweat session and you know your body is going to be sore tomorrow. Time for some post-workout recovery. Active recovery will help your muscles bounce back q...

This article contains additional reporting by   Jennifer Chesak . Seed cycling for hormones has popped up as a new way for those assigned female at birth to maintain balance. Find out if the practi...

Heartburn isn't a symptom to brush off. It can be indicative of GERD, a chronic condition that may damage the esophagus over time. Luckily, for many patients, it is possible to cure GERD permanently...

These days, everyone’s talking about the liver. Phrases like “10-day detox” and “liver cleanse” get thrown around frequently. The liver is an extremely important organ, but how do you cleanse your l...