Category Archives: General Health

Aging can result in many physical changes. You may have noticed you’re not as strong as you once were, your endurance has greatly reduced, and overall, you just feel weaker. Although it’s normal to lose muscle as we get older, a new study suggests that alcohol—more specifically, heavy drinking—could be speeding up this process, especially ...click here to read more

Skin abscesses are often treated by draining the abscess. However, new findings suggest that treatment can improve with the help of antibiotics. The researchers found patients who took antibiotics and had their abscess drained had improved recovery. Dr. Marc Siegel explained, “The conventional wisdom has been that you don’t really need antibiotics. But this moves ...click here to read more

When you have to get clean, do you hop in the shower or relax in a bath? Well, if you’re a bath-taker, you may have better heart health compared to people who only shower. But bathing doesn’t just offer benefits to the heart—there are actually a slew of health benefits associated with soaking in a ...click here to read more

The term ‘moderate exercise’ is constantly being thrown around, but what does it mean? How do you know if you’re exercising moderately? Well, the easiest way to determine your level of intensity is to perform the “talk test.” The talk test refers to your ability to speak during your workout. If you’re performing a high-intensity ...click here to read more

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese treatment that involves thin needles being inserted into the skin at specific points to promote healing. Studies on the benefits of acupuncture have yielded mixed results. In a recent study, researchers focused on acupuncture treatment for incontinence and fertility issues among women. The researchers found that acupuncture did improve symptoms ...click here to read more

Spider veins can be unsightly, as they look like small spider-web like red, blue, or purple veins. While they can occur anywhere on the body, when they happen on the face, they can be especially noticeable. Men and women alike are bothered by this cosmetic problem, but thankfully, the veins themselves do not cause any ...click here to read more

Yoga comprises physical, mental, and spiritual practices that help people perform various movements and exercises that increase strength and flexibility. It has become more popular as of late due to its accessibility. While yoga is often promoted as having a bounty of physical and mental benefits, a recent study suggests that it can cause musculoskeletal ...click here to read more

Obesity is a rising epidemic in the United States. Nearly 78 million adults and 13 million children struggle with their weight every day, often losing self-esteem and experiencing emotional distress. Obesity raises your risk of diabetes, heart disease, and even some cancers. While genetics have been known to play some role in the excess accumulation ...click here to read more

A small study revealed that those who spend long hours on their smartphone might be increasing their risk of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). CTS has long been associated with prolonged computer use and is a painful wrist and hand disorder. The researchers found that individuals who use handheld devices like smartphones are more likely to ...click here to read more

You may not be having as much sex as you did years ago, especially if you’re older. But regardless of your age, being intimate with your partner is still important. Not only does sex bring you and your partner closer together, but sex offers numerous health benefits that you’d be missing out on if you ...click here to read more

A new study suggests that wallpaper could contribute to poor health. The health condition is known as “sick building syndrome,” and it occurs as a result of toxins and fungus growing underneath wallpaper. It becomes airborne, allowing it to enter the human body and cause illness. Corresponding author Dr. Jean-Denis Bailly explained, “We demonstrated that ...click here to read more

Sitting is something we do all too often, and why not? It’s easy, relaxing, and feels good. While there is nothing wrong with sitting from time to time, a lot of us sit for most of the day, and that’s affecting our health. It’s no mystery how sitting less and being more active can lead ...click here to read more

Anyone who has had the misfortune of being an organ transplant recipient knows how complicated it is. While simply swapping organs for newer and healthier ones seems pretty straightforward, it is anything but. If you did not know already, many of our organs can be replaced. In fact, certain heart and liver diseases are often ...click here to read more

The word exercise often induces images of sweat and labored breathing, discouraging many people. Exercising on a regular basis helps us stay healthy and maintain our weight when combined with a balanced diet. Despite knowing this, many people go without regular exercise. This is very apparent in the senior population, where dependent behavior is actually ...click here to read more