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Category Archives: General Health

Take Your Time with Exercise to Avoid Injury

Everybody wants to get in shape as fast as possible. A quick YouTube search for workouts yields results claiming they can get you in shape as fast as possible. Popular workout programs like the Insanity workout have their place, but not if you’ve been sitting on the sofa all winter. Your body doesn’t care that ...click here to read more

Is Your Headache Trying to Tell You Something?

Headaches may be the most anxiety-inducing ailment. They are extremely common, rarely serious, yet quickly send people’s minds to a very dark place. This is especially trying in 2021 because they’ve been included on the list of COVID-19 symptoms, while they can also indicate a blood clot, a rare side effect of some COVID-19 vaccines. ...click here to read more

Regular Physical Activity Lowers Cardiovascular Risk in Rheumatic Disease Patients

Patients with rheumatic disease have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease. However, a new report published in Rheumatology suggests that regular exercise can reduce the risks associated with vascular dysfunctions. Rheumatic diseases are a result of an imbalanced immune system that can lead to the production of antibodies that work against the subject’s cells, ...click here to read more

New Study Finds More Veggies Could Lead to Lower Disease Risk

Vegetable intake recently scored another victory in the diet game. But the results don’t necessarily indicate extreme diets, like vegetarianism, are particularly better. That’s not to say that diets high in vegetables don’t have a host of benefits. The results suggest, however, that balance is likely best. Findings recently presented virtually at the European Congress ...click here to read more

The Coming-of-Age Reality for Many Men

The classic “coming of age” stories are generally centered around leaving an innocent youth behind, with an experience that catapults a child into the “real world.” But the truth is that doesn’t stop. Many men in their late 50s and beyond live through another coming-of-age experience: an enlarged prostate. Medically, this condition is known as ...click here to read more

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The Super Foods That Are Worth Your Money

So, what makes a food super? Not much. The bar is pretty low. Truthfully, “superfood” is little more than a term created by the food industry. But that doesn’t mean it’s completely without merit. Any food that’s earned the title is there because it packs a major nutritional punch that may contribute to some health ...click here to read more

The Things You Need to Know about Circulation

There’s a lot more to poor circulation than cold hands and feet. The truth is that those symptoms may only be the tip of the iceberg. Cold hands and feet may not even indicate circulatory problems. In some cases, you may not even notice circulatory issues until a more serious problem has emerged. In fact, ...click here to read more

What’s the Big Deal with Antioxidants?

Antioxidants are a major buzzword in the health and nutritional worlds. And it’s for a good reason: they help keep you healthy, functional, and, dare I say it, feeling younger. But what are they, and what do they do? In short, they protect your cells from damage. They defend against harmful chemicals called free radicals ...click here to read more

Factors Affecting Neck Pain

Neck pain is on the rise across the world, and by some counts, it’s the fourth leading cause of disability in the world. Some experts suggest that the rate will continue to increase. Poor posture is an easy scapegoat, but it’s much more than that. Modern lifestyle conditions and choices may boost the risk for ...click here to read more