After heart disease, cancer is the second most common cause of death in the United States. According to Medical News Today, detecting and treating your cancer early on can improve your outlook. The signs of some cancers, however, can be subtle and easy to miss. Here are the most commonly ignored signs of cancer in both men and women.

Previous research seems to have underestimated just how many Americans struggle with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is associated with heartburn and acid reflux symptoms. One study, originally published in 2019 in the scientific journal Gastroenterology, found that out of 71,812 survey participants, over 44% reported having previously experienced GERD symptoms, while nearly 31% had experienced GERD symptoms within the last seven days.In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Dr. Kenneth Brown, renowned Plano, Texas gastroenterologist and host of the Gut Check Project podcast, explained what acid reflux is and what kinds of triggers — specifically, food items — can aggravate symptoms. "Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation and discomfort," he stated. "Certain foods can trigger or worsen acid reflux symptoms due to their impact on the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and stomach acid production."

hat's the first thing you think of when you hear "plaque"? If it's related to dental health, you're probably not alone. However, plaque can also refer to something that can build up in the arteries, and it's way different than what your dentist cleans off a couple of times per year."Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria, while arterial plaque is a complex buildup of cholesterol, fat, calcium and cellular debris on artery walls," explains Dr. Rigved Tadwalkar, MD, a board-certified consultant cardiologist at Providence Saint John’s Health Center. "This buildup narrows the arteries, reducing blood flow and increasing the risk of heart disease." That said, there are two things that the two plaque types have in common: they happen to everyone, and you can take steps to minimize this buildup.

Your vitamin intake doesn't have to stop with the one or two multivitamins you take every morning. If you have anything close to a well-rounded skincare routine, you've probably already noticed by now that some of your favorite products include vitamins—A, B3, and C, to name a few—as star ingredients because of the many benefits they offer. Another one that you might be able to find somewhere on your labels is vitamin E. According to celebrity aesthetician Renée Rouleau, vitamin E is “a hydrating and skin-comforting antioxidant” with a ton of pluses for your skin. It's most often found in moisturizers, serums, and in the form of special capsules that can be applied topically. Meet our experts: Renée Rouleau,celebrity aesthetician, Joshua Zeichner, MD, director of cosmetic and clinical research at Mount Sinai Hospital's Department of Dermatology, Nkem Ugonabo, MD, MPH, dermatologist and American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery Fellow at UnionDerm in New York City To get the lowdown on this potent antioxidant, some top experts detail exactly what vitamin E can do for your complexion and why it's such a useful ingredient when it comes to soothing, protecting, and hydrating your skin. From when to use it, how to layer it with other products, and what to look for when shopping for a new product, read on to learn more about vitamin E's tightening and brightening benefits.

Doctor Michael Mosley, who has appeared on British TV for years, says that it's easier than you think to lose belly fat. He suggests that simply cutting out one specific food type can help you slim down quickly. He explained: "It is possible to reduce it. Even the slimmest of people can suffer from belly fat. And often, the abdomen is one of the most dangerous places to store fat."

Researchers have discovered a major driver of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and several other immune disorders that affect the spine, liver and arteries, raising hopes for millions of people worldwide who experience these conditions. The breakthrough is particularly exciting because the newly found biological pathway can be targeted by drugs that are already used, with work under way to adapt them to patients with IBD and other conditions.