Drew Colling

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• Low Testosterone Levels May Increase the Risk of Bone Fractures

  Low levels of testosterone may increase the chances of bone fractures due to osteoporosis in men over 60-years-old, according to a study published in the journal, Archives of Internal Medicine. Osteoporosis, characterized by thinning of bones, and can occur in men with hormonal deficiencies.“One...

• Antidepressants and Psychotherapy May Ease IBS Symptoms

  Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an intestinal disorder that consists of abdominal pain, bloating and gas, diarrhea, and constipation. To date, IBS affects 3-20% of the U.S. adult population. It accounts for over 3.5 million doctor visits in the United States on an annual basis, making it one of...

• The New Stem Cell Treatment that May Finally Cure Diabetes

  Diabetes happens to be one of the most common diseases in the world, and it can hit anyone regardless of gender and age. In fact, cases of diabetes spiked in America just last year. The World Health Organization predicts that the number of people who have diabetes will increase twice as much by the...

• Young Athletes and Heat-Related Illnesses

  Simple measures will help to prevent heat-related illnesses in young athletes while exercising in the heat. According to American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), heat-related illness such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke can be prevented in young athletes just the same way as in adults. One of the...

• Causes of Gout

  Gout is primarily caused by uric acid, a natural by-product of the body’s digestive system. Uric acid is created during the breakdown of food in the digestive system, and it is supposed to be excreted thereafter. Due to various reasons, however, this uric acid isn’t properly removed from the...

• What is the Difference Between IBS and IBD?

  Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) both chronic conditions that can trigger similar symptoms, including abdominal pain and urgency to make a bowel movement. In the United States, IBS is extremely common, affecting around 25 to 45 million Americans. IBD is also...