By Stephanie Elliot --- There is much talk about how eating disorders affect a person’s well-being, her mental and emotional state of mind, but what are the effects an eating disorder has on the physical body? Let’s break it down: Weight Loss: In some types of eating disorders, weight loss ...
By Laura Badalamenti, NMD --- Chlamydia is caused by a bacterial infection, Chlamydia trachomatis, and it is the most prevalent sexually transmitted disease (STD). The age group most affected are adolescents and young adults from age 15-24. With the high prevalence of infection, the CDC recommends annual chlamydia screening for ...
By Laura Badalamenti, NMD --- Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a type of bacteria, Neisseria gonorrhea. It is the second most commonly reported communicable disease in the United States. Reported cases are highest among young adults, men and women ages 20-24. Symptoms typically start to occur ...
By Laura Badalamenti, NMD --- There are many ways to reduce acne. The first and most important is your dietary choices. Diets high in sugar and carbohydrates will contribute to acne. Also, it is best to avoid fast food and fried foods which contain a large amount of unhealthy inflammatory ...
By Jennifer Nevels, NMD --- Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that can develop in the uterus. Their development is thought to be caused by a hormonal imbalance. More specifically, estrogen, one of the main hormones produced by the ovaries is typically present in excessive amounts. The estrogen is what actively fuels ...