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Researchers at the University of Delaware have discovered that putting seniors on a strict exercise and diet plan could reduce the onset of knee pain if they have diabetes. A common cause for knee pain among seniors is osteoarthritis. Knee pain can mean more trips to see the doctor and a limited ability to perform ...click here to read more

Most likely, when you were growing up, in school your teachers showed you a food pyramid. Each colored block indicated the recommended serving of each essential food group. Maybe in your earlier years you didn’t have many issues following these guidelines, but it’s probably been a while since you last saw this image. Let’s give ...click here to read more

There is an important gland in the body, which is most widely known for managing our metabolic rate. We’re referring to the thyroid, and this butterfly-shaped gland assists many of our vital organs like the heart, brain and lungs. There are many illnesses that can affect the thyroid and disrupt normal bodily functions. One in ...click here to read more

New research suggests a moderate amount of high-quality protein can improve health and protect muscle mass, so researchers want the American and Canadian food guides to revise their recommended servings. Both the Canadian and American food guides recommend about two and three servings of meat and alternative items a day. This category is where we ...click here to read more

You may have heard that our body naturally has pH levels. This refers to the body being acidic or alkaline. Different parts of the body will reveal a different pH level. Typically, a pH reading of seven is considered neutral. And below a reading of seven means it is more acidic, above seven means more ...click here to read more

Our bodies are made up of a large amount of water – about 60 percent. And yet we still need to replenish it. Through sweating, crying and urinating, water continues to be expelled from the body. Staying hydrated then, is key. You may have heard that we should be drinking at least eight glasses of ...click here to read more

How was your blood pressure midlife? If it was high, it could be affecting your brain health in your older years, according to research by the Boston University Medical Center. People are living longer. Many will go well into their 80s. While have been numerous previous studies, which have examined cardiovascular risk linked to dementia, ...click here to read more

There seems to be a trend to go meatless. According to the USDA, 400 million fewer animals were slaughtered for food. But why go meatless? Well there are many reasons to ditch the meat. For some it comes down to religious beliefs. For others they feel a moral responsibility to care for the earth and ...click here to read more

There are many times where we may feel stressed out, nervous or overwhelmed. Stress can be a result of many factors in our life, but the key to living well is managing it. There are many ways to calm our nerves from exercise to meditating, but new research suggests there is one food item that ...click here to read more

There are endless options of delicious fruit to choose from. Fruits should be a part of any healthy diet as they provide many vitamins and nutrients that our bodies require to stay healthy. One nutritious fruit, in particular, is the nectarine. Nectarines are similar to peaches and are plentiful in the warmer months. Nectarines are ...click here to read more

There are many illnesses and conditions that can plague the heart: Heart failure, heart attack, angina, palpitations, heart disease and endocarditis. These are just some examples of heart health conditions that affect how the heart functions. Some heart conditions can even be fatal. Endocarditis, in particular, is a condition of the heart where an infection ...click here to read more

The benefits of fasting continue to be explored. From weight management, to slowing down aging, researchers are exploring the area of calorie-restricting and fasting. New research suggests fasting may boost your immune system. Our immune system is what fights off illness and keeps us healthy. Through diet we can obtain essential vitamins and nutrients to ...click here to read more

You may have noticed a trend in your local grocery store: More and more labels read “gluten-free.” You may think it’s the latest in health food, but for people with celiac disease this is how they have to eat. Gluten is a protein found in wheat endosperm that makes dough chewy and stretchy. If you ...click here to read more

Everywhere you look a new fitness food is being touted. Try this now! Eat this to lose weight! Lose weight without exercise! It’s all propaganda so consumers buy more. But not only are consumers wasting their money, they aren’t seeing the results they were promised. We’re continuously bombarded with the “latest and greatest” thing, but ...click here to read more