The last few months have been confusing and heartbreaking for many people for many reasons.

When the body responds to stress from any source, the initial response is the same. The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis is stimulated. This stimulation sets in motion a cascade of hormone and other biochemical responses, culminating in the adrenal glands secreting cortisol, the body’s stress-fighting hormone.

Narrow Band UVB Home Phototherapy for Psoriasis and Vitiligo

We encounter UVB every day when exposing our skin to the sun, without even knowing that it has a particularly good influence on our health.

Egg yolks vary wildly in color ― from soft yellow to dark orange, even red ― and our color preference often varies depending on where we’re from. But what does the color tell us about the quality and nutrition of our eggs?

"If it tastes good, just spit it out." Too many times, that's how people feel when they are trying to lose weight. Unfortunately, too often those things that taste good are full of calories, fat and/or sodium. And while you might think salads are better for you than other foods, think again.

Your endocrine system is complex and contains the glands in your body that produce hormones. This system includes the adrenal glands, thyroid, pituitary, pancreas, ovaries (in females), and testes (in males).