How to age well — tips for longevity

How to age well — tips for longevity

Have you noticed that some older people are still able to stay active and lucid well into old age, while others become very frail, confused, and sickly? While genetics play a role, it’s the daily choices made over many years or decades that matter most. Compared to...
Too MUCH iron is inflammatory

Too MUCH iron is inflammatory

When we think about iron and health, most people assume any iron disorder is iron-deficient anemia, which causes fatigue. But too much iron is just as dangerous — and far more common than most doctors and patients realize. For every person diagnosed with iron...
What causes early puberty in girls?

What causes early puberty in girls?

Girls are starting puberty earlier and earlier, and unfortunately, that comes with long-term risks. A hundred years ago, most girls began menstruating around age 14. While the average is closer to 12 today, we are increasingly seeing girls enter puberty as early as 7...