Crohn’s disease is a gastrointestinal (GI) condition that causes chronic inflammation in the bowel and digestive tract. The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation explains that Crohn’s disease is part of a larger group of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) that affect the…
We all know that food is necessary to fuel our bodies, but there are many people who have a complicated relationship with food. If you’re someone who feels stress and anxiety about eating, there are many people who understand what…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that people with long COVID might experience fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog, digestive symptoms, or sleep problems. Although people who weren’t vaccinated are at higher risk for long COVID, people with…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 5 people in the United States has a mental health disorder. Mental health affects every aspect of our life, from our relationships with others to our ability to perform…
The World Health Organization estimates that 5% of adults in the world suffer from depression. Along with depressive moods and lack of motivation, depression can also manifest as pain or fatigue in the body, especially in some cultures. Depression can…
The definition of workaholism has been debated since the term was first coined in 1971. Some define it simply as an addiction to work. Others define it more specifically as “high drive, high work involvement, and low work enjoyment.” It’s…
Lupus is an autoimmune disorder affecting different body parts, including the skin, joints, kidneys, and brain. Lupus tends to run in families, and researchers have identified several gene variations that may increase the risk of developing the condition, per a…
This article contains discussion of disordered eating. Fans of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” will notice a slightly different cast when they tune in for Season 13. Besides two new Housewives, they’ll notice that a longtime cast member of…
Zoloft is a brand name for the medication sertraline, which belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is commonly prescribed to treat depression, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and…
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a vital role in the functioning of the brain and body. It is a chemical messenger that transmits signals between neurons, or nerve cells, in the brain (via Cleveland Clinic). Dopamine involves complex physiological and…