On June 25, 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Health Advisory for Increased risk of dengue virus (DENV) infections in the U.S. (1)

Sports drinks are non-carbonated flavored drinks containing added electrolytes and carbohydrates (sugar, or other sweeteners) to help replenish fluids, electrolytes, and energy in the body during and after high-intensity exercise lasting over an hour…

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type (60-80%) of dementia. It is an irreversible and progressive neurodegenerative brain disorder characterized by memory loss that affects one’s ability to carry out everyday activities.

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type (60-80%) of dementia. It is an irreversible and progressive neurodegenerative brain disorder characterized by memory loss that affects one’s ability to carry out everyday activities.

Humans have been cooking and processing foods since the dawn of humanity. How does food processing affect your health? This article explores the different levels of processing along with examples as well as benefits and adverse effects of ultra-processed foods on health…

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the US, accounting for ~31% of newly diagnosed cancer. A female’s lifetime risk of breast cancer is about 1 in 8…

There is a clear association between intense, extremely long-duration, high-intensity exercise and more skeletal muscle cramps. Also, there is a possible association between lack of training and/or training in a hot, humid environment and muscle fatigue and muscle cramping…

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and this article is intended to increase your awareness of the health risks posed by Diabetes Mellitus, aka diabetes. Diabetes is a chronic, metabolic disease characterized by elevated blood glucose (or blood sugar)…

Red yeast rice (RYR), also called Went yeast or red koji, has been used as a medicinal food for thousands of years in East Asian countries. Research studies have reported numerous health benefits of RYR...

Intermittent fasting (IF) is a diet method of energy deprivation that alternates periods of eating and fasting. IF has been practiced since ancient times in many cultures, especially in many religions. Research has shown that IF can be a way to manage weight and improve some metabolic parameters, e.g., blood sugar, blood cholesterol, waist circumference, and blood pressure…

On July 14, 2023, two expert groups of the World Health Organization released their evaluations on the safety of aspartame–with somewhat different conclusions.

You have probably heard of one or more of the following: Monster Energy, Red Bull, Alani Nu, Celsius, Rockstar Energy, Bang Energy, and Ghost. These energy drinks are widely consumed to enhance energy, alertness, and physical performance. Let’s look at what’s in them and how they could affect tennis performance and training…