Digestive enzyme supplements have gained popularity for their claims of treating common forms of gut irritation, heartburn and other ailments. But how do digestive enzymes work, and who really needs ...

Maggie O’Neill is a health writer and reporter based in New York who specializes in covering medical research and emerging wellness trends, with a focus on cancer and addiction. Prior to her time at ...

Oxidative stress happens when there is an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in the body. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can damage cells, including DNA and cell membranes.