As you get older, your hair changes… and not for the better. It thins. It gets more brittle. And your once Rapunzel-like locks begin growing at a snail’s pace. At some point, you accept these changes, just like you accept…
Every morning, people across the country wake up and make a crucial decision with far-reaching consequences… what to eat for breakfast. Cereal. Bagels. Pastries. Toast. Bacon. Omelets. Pancakes. French toast. Smoothies. Oatmeal. Fruit. Nothing. These are just a few of…
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) may be a relatively harmless condition, but research shows it carries serious risks. People diagnosed with RLS face a 40% increased likelihood of dying in the next eight years and a 43% higher chance of dying…
There’s no doubt about fiber’s role in a healthy diet. Yet, when we think of fiber, most of us only consider what it does for the gut, like keeping us regular or stopping the bloating. However, the truth is that…
Not long ago, people thought that eating fat was one of the worst things you could do for your health. Now, sugar is seen as the predominant villain of the modern-day diet. Carbohydrate-heavy foods have dominated the Western diet, and…
Aging causes blood to thicken, increasing the risk of blood clots and strokes. If you are past age 35, your blood is beginning to thicken, which can lead to blood clots that lodge in your arteries, blocking oxygen to the…
There was a time not too long ago when an antibiotic was the “magic bullet” to cure pretty much any infection. Strep throat? No worries! Just get some antibiotic going and you’ll be fine in no time! Nowadays, nothing could…
Macular degeneration (MD) is a leading cause of blindness in people over 50, particularly women. It starts with blurry vision and progresses to an ever-growing blind spot in the middle of your vision. Having macular degeneration can steal the independence…
Energy drinks are extremely popular and easily accessible, but the question remains: are they harming your heart? Recent research has provided insights into the potential effects of energy drink consumption on blood pressure and heart health. In 2017, Emily A.…
Are you 100 percent devoted to your job? Do you keep working to hit those project goals long after everyone else has called it a day and headed off to spend time with their families? If so, you could be…