Farmers market season brings health benefits to Utahns
“Healthy Together” is sponsored by Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah. It’s that time of year when we begin to enjoy the fruits of our labor, or at least the fruits…
What happens to your body when you eat honey?
Honey is considered an all-natural sweetener that’s better for you than granulated sugar. But is honey’s health halo really what it’s advertised to be? Like regular sugar, maple syrup, coconut…
Depression: 15 Physical Signs You Should Know
Did you know that your body can feel depressed? Trying to understand how you feel can be very difficult and confusing. Most of the time, you know you’re feeling something,…
Telltale signs of inadequate protein intake
Many people can easily consume enough protein. However, despite the availability of enough nutrient-dense foods in the region, many people are unable to consume enough protein. The reasons for this…
Foods that may damage your liver health 11-20
This article will guide you through 20 foods that can damage your liver health, ranked from least to most dangerous. By understanding these risks, you can make informed dietary choices…
Foods that may be harmful to your liver 1-10
The liver is a powerful organ that plays a vital role in detoxifying the body, processing nutrients and producing bile for digestion. However, our modern diets often include foods that…
20 Tips to Detox Your Lymphatic System
Problems with the lymphatic system can cause problems throughout the body. They can lead to pain disorders (such as fibromyalgia and arthritis), skin conditions, chronic fatigue and headaches, sinus infections…
35-year-olds with diabetes at high risk of sudden death
LONDON – Data from a national study show that patients with either type of diabetes, particularly type 1 diabetes, have a higher chance of sudden cardiac death (SCD) in all…
Nocturnal and early morning blood pressure is controlled by renal innervation
LONDON – Radiofrequency renal neurectomy (RF RDN) showed clinically meaningful reductions in blood pressure (BP) at night and throughout the circadian rhythm after 24 months, according to a study designed…
Eating a Plant-Based Diet May Lower Your Risk of Diabetes
A recent paper provides further evidence that type 2 diabetes (T2D) is associated with increased intake of heme iron, which occurs naturally in certain animal products and is added to…