Have you ever noticed how most people tend to focus on their biceps when trying to build strong, toned arms? We see gyms filled with folks doing countless curls while giving little attention to the muscle on the opposite side…
Heart attacks are a major risk for Americans across all age groups, but research at Yale shows that women tend to suffer from worse outcomes after a heart attack compared to men. The main contributing factor to this disparity: stress.…
Imagine being able to treat and prevent Crohn’s disease without relying on prescription medications. Sounds too good to be true, right? But get this: probiotics, the beneficial bacteria found in yogurt and some types of cheese, could hold the key…
Taking antibiotics to treat infections is important, but these powerful drugs can also cause some unwanted side effects – including diarrhea. This happens because antibiotics don’t discriminate between harmful bacteria and the helpful microorganisms, or probiotics, that live in our…
Love hanging out at your favorite pub? Raise your glass, but also consider jogging or running home instead of walking or taking a cab. Aerobic exercise may just protect your liver from alcohol-related inflammation and injury! The Connection Between Alcohol…
Red meat often gets a bad rap when it comes to heart health, with studies suggesting that frequent consumption increases the risk of cardiovascular issues. However, if you follow a paleo diet, you may be protected from this threat. The…
Have you and your partner lost that loving feeling? Hopefully not. But if you want to know how to keep those embers burning, you may be interested in knowing how other couples are doing it. In one of the largest…
New research indicates that engaging in regular physical exercise not only helps ward off heart disease, depression, stroke, and diabetes and keeping your body flexible, toned, and strong, but also has a similar effect on your brain. Aerobic exercise can…
Meditation is a practice that has stood the test of time, boasting mental, emotional, and physical benefits. But it has a little-known secret up its sleeve – it can potentially lengthen your DNA telomeres and reduce your risk of developing…
No matter how busy your schedule is, making time to warm up properly before working out or exercising is crucial. Warming up your entire body thoroughly not only increases the chances of having a successful workout but also significantly reduces…