A balanced diet is the best source of vitamins, but targeted supplements - like folic acid in pregnancy or B12 for vegans and older adults - can fill gaps. Routine multivitamins do not reliably prevent chronic disease for well-nourished adults; consult a clinician for personalized advice.
Practical, up-to-date guidance on managing acid reflux (GERD) with diet and lifestyle changes, plus when to seek medical care.
Supplements can help fill predictable nutrient shortfalls caused by modern diets, life stages, or absorption issues, but they are not a substitute for a balanced diet and should be chosen with attention to quality and safety.
Practical, up-to-date habits - eat whole foods, move regularly, sleep well, avoid tobacco and risky drinking, and build small routines you can keep.
Acid reflux (GERD) results from stomach contents rising into the esophagus. Key causes include LES dysfunction and hiatal hernia, excess acid or bile, delayed stomach emptying, reduced saliva or swallowing, and lifestyle factors. Nighttime reflux worsens because gravity and saliva clearance are reduced.
Adopt a sustainable, whole-foods approach to lower cholesterol: prioritize fruits, vegetables, whole grains and soluble fiber, limit saturated fats and sweets, and pair diet changes with about 150 minutes a week of activity.
Hypothyroidism often raises LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular risk. Causes include autoimmune disease and some cancer therapies. Treatment with levothyroxine usually lowers cholesterol, but persistent dyslipidemia may require statins and lifestyle changes.
Junk food refers to calorie-dense, nutrient-poor foods - high in added sugar, salt, refined fat, or calories and low in fiber and essential nutrients. This update explains the term, health concerns, labeling and policy responses, and practical steps to reduce consumption while making informed choices.
A modern low-fat, low-cholesterol approach focuses on fat quality, whole grains, lean or plant proteins, unsalted nuts and regular fish while keeping saturated and trans fats low.