Vitamin D Deficiency in Postmenopausal Women Affects Lower Back Pain
Many women in postmenopause report a high incidence of lower back pain, and according to a new study, a vitamin D deficiency may be to blame....
Author Archives : Mat Lecompte
About eight years ago, Mat Lecompte had an epiphany. He’d been ignoring his health and suddenly realized he needed to do something about it. Since then, through hard work, determination and plenty of education, he has transformed his life. He’s changed his body composition by learning the ins and outs of nutrition, exercise, and fitness and wants to share his knowledge with you. Starting as a journalist over 10 years ago, Mat has not only honed his belief system and approach with practical experience, but he has also worked closely with nutritionists, dieticians, athletes, and fitness professionals. He embraces natural healing methods and believes that diet, exercise and willpower are the foundation of a healthy, happy, and drug-free existence.
Gum Disease Increases Rate of Stroke Caused by Hardening of Large Arteries
The occurrence of gum disease has been linked to a hardening of large arteries in the brain and severe artery blockages, according to research presented at...
People with Chronic Kidney Disease Are Associated with Higher Risk for Heart Disease
New research has identified a pathological change that appears to link chronic kidney disease to progressive heart disease. Navkaranbir Bajaj, M.D., of the University of Alabama...
Reduce the Risk for Cardiovascular Disease by Consuming Lower Protein Diet
A plant-based, lower protein diet may be the key to reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Researchers from Penn State University have determined that diets with...
Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Are Linked with Mood Disorder Symptoms
According to new research published in the International Journal of Rheumatic Disease, mood disorders are more common in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). To reach this...
Environmental and Lifestyle Changes Are Linked with Risk of Diabetes: Study
For years, public health officials in the United States and around the world have been concerned about the rapid increase of type 1 diabetes. With the rise...