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Hard Lump in Your Breast? Don’t Rush to Remove It

Hard Lump in Your Breast? Don’t Rush to Remove It

In routine health screenings, 20% to 30% of South Korean women are told they have a breast nodule or a cyst (a fluid-filled lump).
Eat more protein — but cut saturated fat?

Eat more protein — but cut saturated fat?

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans , released in January 2026, contain several serious errors. The first is that they push animal-based protein at...
Rethinking 'Good' Cancer: How Daily Physical Activity Significantly Improves Cervical Cancer Survival

Rethinking 'Good' Cancer: How Daily Physical Activity Significantly Improves Cervical Cancer Survival

In an analysis of outcomes among cervical cancer patients—a disease often labeled a "good" cancer due to its relatively...
Re-evaluating the Knife: Why Some Thyroid Cancers No Longer Require Immediate Surgery

Re-evaluating the Knife: Why Some Thyroid Cancers No Longer Require Immediate Surgery

During a routine health screening, a doctor points out a small lump on your thyroid. Additional tests deliver a jarring...
The “Muscle Thief”: Why Low-Carb, High-Fat Diets are a Hidden Danger for Arthritis Patients

The “Muscle Thief”: Why Low-Carb, High-Fat Diets are a Hidden Danger for Arthritis Patients

A low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet may facilitate short-term weight loss, but it is unsustainable and poses significant...
“In 30 Years of Practicing Medicine, I Have Never Seen a Single Patient with Protein Deficiency”

“In 30 Years of Practicing Medicine, I Have Never Seen a Single Patient with Protein Deficiency”

South Korea is currently gripped by a "protein craze." Ours is a society that aggressively pushes protein consumption,...
Should You Eat More Meat as You Age? The Link Between Animal Protein, IGF-1, and Cancer

Should You Eat More Meat as You Age? The Link Between Animal Protein, IGF-1, and Cancer

Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) is a hormone that promotes the growth of every cell in the human body—from bones...
Can Men Get Breast Cancer? Understanding the Risks and Symptoms

Can Men Get Breast Cancer? Understanding the Risks and Symptoms

While often perceived as a female-specific disease, breast cancer can also occur in men.
Atmosphere at a Cost: Scented Candles Identified as a Major Source of Indoor Air Pollution

Atmosphere at a Cost: Scented Candles Identified as a Major Source of Indoor Air Pollution

Many homeowners light scented candles to mask unpleasant odors or create a cozy ambiance, a practice mirrored in...
Sweet Drinks and Early Colon Cancer: Risk Doubles for Women Under 50

Sweet Drinks and Early Colon Cancer: Risk Doubles for Women Under 50

New research suggests a stark correlation between the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and the risk of...