Faith Coleman

2 weeks ago | studyfinds.org | Faith Coleman

Microplastics are making their way into common foods we eat. (© Genevieve - stock.adobe.com)Microplastics are small pieces of plastic, less than 5 mm (0.2 inch) in length, that occur in the environment as a consequence of plastic pollution. They’re also present in a variety of products, including cosmetics, synthetic clothing, plastic bags and bottles, packaging materials, and even in our food. That’s right: We eat, drink, and breathe the little plastic shards.

1 month ago | studyfinds.org | Faith Coleman

(© Prostock-studio - stock.adobe.com)Having healthy hair that lasts (and continues to grow) into old age depends on numerous factors: overall health, genetics, age, diet, environment, and medications. Thankfully, you have control over some of those factors, and your diet is one of them. Yes, what you eat can help ensure optimal hair health in the long run. So what’s the connection? Vitamins and minerals from food play important roles in the hair follicle growth cycle and cellular turnover.

2 months ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink |Faith Coleman

Autism is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that there are about 5,437,988 adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the United States. That’s about 2.21% of the adult population. Gender distribution in adults mirrors the ratios in children: about 3.62% of adult males live with ASD, while .86% of women are affected.

2 months ago | studyfinds.org | Faith Coleman

Rather than ask “What does the liver do,” you might ask “What doesn’t the liver do?” That’s how active the liver is, with its hundreds of vital functions that have essential impacts on all organs and their functions. Eating the right foods can help ensure your liver is functioning optimally.

2 months ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink |Faith Coleman

(© BeeSee - stock.adobe.com)Depending on how you define “joint” – and there’s no single correct definition – there are between 250 and 350 joints in the human body. Yet, how often do you think about your joints and their health? And are you aware that what you eat can influence their condition? Most people don’t think about their joints unless they’re experiencing pain or are at a higher risk of disease.