Health wellness

By Shaini Saravanamuthu, as told to Kara Mayer RobinsonWhen I found out I have retinitis pigmentosa (RP), a type of inherited retinal dystrophy, I was shocked.Nobody in my family has vision…

You may have heard that a paleo diet can help with weight loss. That’s most likely because it’s filled with of lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds while being low in carbohydrates…

Brandon Wilson had his first heart attack at 29.“One day I just woke up and said, ‘I don’t feel right.’”He’d had chest pain before, but not like this.“It was on a level that I can only describe as…

If you have high cholesterol, one of the lifestyle changes you might consider as you work to bring your levels down is to start a workout program. While many doctors suggest brisk walks or…

Psoriasis is a common skin disease that can affect different parts of your body, including your face. It causes red, scaly patches that might be worse for a few weeks or months or less noticeable…

Steven Siracuse was about 19 years old when his psoriasis got bad. Rash-like patches showed up on his elbows, forearms, knees, calves, and scalp. A college freshman at the time, he covered up in…

Joni Kazantzis was 15 years old when she woke up one morning covered with red, scaly spots that looked a lot like chickenpox. It happened overnight, so her mother thought it may have been an…

If you have psoriasis and allergies, maybe you've wondered if your allergy flares make your skin condition worse.There's no need to guess: Doctors and researchers haven't found links between the…

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that flows through your bloodstream. You’re at risk for a heart attack or stroke if your cholesterol numbers aren’t good. Statins might help. That’s a…

Charlie Bassham was only 48 years old when he had his first flare of atrial fibrillation (AFib). This condition causes an uneven, often rapid heart rhythm and can raise your risk of a…