MedStar Health Blog

Most people know that fruits and vegetables are good for their bodies, but recent research suggests that the foods and drinks we choose can significantly increase our risk for colorectal cancer....

Perimenopause is the time leading up to a woman’s last menstrual period when ovary production slows, causing hormones to rise and fall like a roller coaster. Women in this season of life often become...

Whether you have a chronic disease that you’re managing through food or you’re trying to lose weight by watching what you eat, it can be harder to stick to a healthy diet over winter. Overeating is c...

It’s no secret that obesity is an epidemic in the U.S. However, many patients and providers don’t realize that obesity is a chronic disease—it’s not a reflection of a person’s work ethic, personality...

The holiday season can be a wonderful celebratory time, but can also be a source of sadness, stress, and frustration. Expectations to spend time, money, and energy can feel daunting. Pressure to do t...

People are living longer across the globe. In fact, the World Health Organization estimates that 1 in 6 people will be 60 or older by 2030. With age comes wisdom, confidence and, sometimes, constipat...