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Is Your Dry Throat Sjögren's Disease? Symptoms and TreatmentWe all get a dry throat from time to time. If it lingers, it could point to an underlying condition, such as Sjögren's disease, an autoimmune condition that’s more common than you may expect. Here’s...

by Angela MyersAuthor

Early Signs of MS in Women: What to Watch ForMultiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease where the body damages the protective coating on nerves, leading to neurological symptoms such as muscle weakness, numbness, tingling, and vision problems....

by Jessica MigalaAuthor

Early Signs of Diabetes in Women and Prevention TipsSome symptoms of diabetes are unique to the female body. These include frequent vaginal infections and menstrual irregularities. These symptoms might be early signs that you’re developing issues with...

by Jennifer ChesakAuthor

Can You Slow Down Aging? Science Says YesAs kids, we couldn’t wait to grow up, tacking on “and a half” to our ages just to feel older. But somewhere along the way, the script flipped. Suddenly, we’re reluctant to share our age, or we catch...

How the Autoimmune Paleo Diet Heals the Immune SystemThe autoimmune paleo diet is an elimination diet that supports the immune system and gut lining in people with autoimmune disease. Could it help you?Autoimmune diseases occur when your body’s...

by Kelly Candela, MS, RDFunctional Nutrition Coach

Acupuncture for Hormones: Does It Boost Fertility & Fix Imbalances?Hormonal imbalances can cause a range of symptoms and health issues, from infertility and to PMS. Treating these issues at the root involves a multi-pronged approach that often includes comprehensive...

by Kelly Candela, MS, RDFunctional Nutrition Coach

Can Birth Control Cause Inflammation and Other Side Effects?Whether you’re currently on hormonal birth control, considering going on it, or trying to get off of it, you may be wondering about side effects, including if birth control pills cause...

by Lilli Link, MDDoctor

Hormonal Misfiring: 10 Signs You Have a Hormonal ImbalanceHormonal misfiring, or imbalances, can lead to health issues like insomnia, fatigue, weight gain, and more. Read on to discover 10 signs you're experiencing a hormonal imbalance—and how to treat...

by Jennifer ChesakAuthor

Lectins, Phytates, and Oxalates: What Are Antinutrients?Are sneaky substances hiding in healthy foods that could be derailing your health efforts and making you feel bad? Parsley Health investigates the role of antinutrients, such as phytates and...

by Jaclyn Tolentino, DOAuthor

Can Stress Make You Sick? The Impact of Chronic Stress on HealthWe all know stress plays a big role in our overall health, but can being stressed make you sick? It turns out, the answer is yes. Prolonged stress weakens the immune system and can exacerbate chronic...

by Angela MyersAuthor