Sometimes called monk’s pepper, lilac chastetree or simply vitex, 1 chasteberry is an herb with a long history of use. It’s specifically believed to benefit female fertility and hormone health, hence its moniker “the women’s herb.”2 However, men can also try this herb to help correct certain health issues, such as helping increase the flow… Read More »
Gluten is a protein found in certain types of grains, including wheat, barley and rye. It provides elasticity, allows bread to rise and gives foods a chewy texture (1, 2). Although gluten is not a problem for most people, some may not tolerate it well. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that triggers an immune… Read More »
The Au PairEmma Rous (fiction, Berkley)Shortly after Seraphine and her twin brother, Danny, were born, their mother threw herself off the cliffs near their English estate; their au pair left immediately. Now an adult, Seraphine is going through her late father’s belongings when she finds a picture that casts the events of that day into… Read More »
One of the highlights of HIMSS19 will be the new Personalized Health Experience Pavilion, a collection of more than 60 exhibitors and a dozen education sessions, from February 12-14. The pavilion will enable conference attendees to explore the next big challenge in healthcare – how to integrate health technologies into personal care delivery, wellness and… Read More »