In recent years, gluten-free diets have become a mainstream trend embraced by millions — but does going gluten-free actually deliver the health benefits many expect? A recent study published in Plant Foods for Human Nutrition sheds light on this question, revealing some surprising and important insights about the nutritional profile and costs of gluten-free products.
A Growing Gluten-Free Market — and a Disconnect
About 25% of Americans consume gluten-free products, a striking number when you consider that only about 1% of the population has celiac disease (a serious autoimmune reaction to gluten), roughly 6% experience non-celiac wheat sensitivity, and an even smaller group suffer from wheat allergies. This means many are adopting gluten-free diets for reasons other...
Have you ever felt like the world was spinning, even when you were standing perfectly still? That unsettling sensation, as if you’re on a merry-go-round you didn’t ask to ride, is known as vertigo. It’s more than a fleeting bout of dizziness — it’s disorienting, frustrating, and can make even basic daily activities feel like a challenge.
But the good news is: vertigo is not something you have to just “live with.” Whether it stems from inner ear issues, migraines, or lifestyle habits, there are natural and effective ways to manage — and often overcome — this condition.
Let’s dive into what vertigo really is, why it happens, and how you can regain your sense of balance...