Oftentimes someone who has been diagnosed with an illness or chronic condition will say that it “just came out of nowhere.” And while it may certainly feel that way, many health problems develop gradually over time, influenced by a combination of genetics, lifestyle, environment, nutrition and other factors. One important piece of that puzzle is your immune system—and how many demands your body is asking it to handle at once. The more your body is...

  I've got a little story to tell you today. Several years ago, a friend was diagnosed with breast cancer and asked me to accompany her to an appointment where her doctor would explain the upcoming treatment. After the doctor outlined the surgery and chemotherapy plan, she asked if we had any questions. I asked, "Why do you think she developed breast cancer in the first place?" You should have seen the deer-in-the-headlights look I...

  It’s safe to say that most people would do everything they could to avoid having their number come up in the “cancer lottery.” Fair statement? But here’s the surprising truth—many people may be unknowingly rolling out the red carpet for one of our leading causes of death… without even realizing it. Let’s walk through 7 common habits that may be increasing your cancer risk—and simple ways to turn things around naturally. 1. You’re Eating...

Epstein-Barr Virus: A Common Infection Hiding in Plain Sight Viruses often dominate headlines—think COVID, RSV, or seasonal flu—but some of the most widespread infections receive far less attention. One of those is the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), a virus so common that most adults have been exposed to it by early adulthood. Despite its prevalence, many people don’t fully understand what EBV is, how it behaves in the body, or how it may impact long-term health....

  It seems many areas of the U.S. have been plagued by frigid temperatures lately—and that includes my home state of Florida! Right now it’s 38°, and I’ve got to tell you, the Upstate New York blood that coursed through my veins for the first 59 years of my life has definitely thinned over the last four years I’ve lived in Florida. I’m downright freezing! Not only does cold weather make many people want to hibernate until spring, but it can also increase your chances of getting sick....