Imagine looking as young as you feel, or even younger, without resorting to Botox or other potentially dangerous procedures. What if you could achieve this simply by taking a probiotic pill filled with beneficial bacteria? These supplements have already proven…
Pain can be caused by various factors, from arthritis and inflammation to headaches and cancer. Although prescription pain relievers are widely available, it is essential to try safer alternatives before resorting to narcotic or other problematic pain relievers. This article…
You might think you’re making a healthy choice by consuming fat-free or low-fat foods in an effort to lose weight and improve your health. However, a shocking study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that many…
Stress is undoubtedly a silent killer. It creeps up on us, unnoticed, and slowly devastates our mental and physical well-being. With the constant demands and pressures of life, it’s all too easy to find ourselves overwhelmed by anxiety, anger, and…
If you’ve ever been hesitant to belt out your favorite tune, you might want to think again. Recent studies have shown that the act of singing can have significant health benefits, particularly for those with emotional and physical health challenges.…
Lyme disease is a real and difficult degenerative disease that can evade treatments. It is caused by tick bites, and is transmitted by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which provokes flu-like symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, and joint pain. However, Lyme…
“Is it OK to take supplements during chemotherapy or radiation?” This is the most common question cancer patients ask. The truth is, using certain supplements before, during, and after chemotherapy and radiation can increase efficacy, protect healthy tissues, and reduce…
Developing overall strength contributes significantly to improving our quality of life, helping us carry out everyday activities such as lifting heavy objects or participating in Pilates classes. This article focuses on a simple bodyweight exercise only requiring time and not…
Last week we started a discussion about arthritis. The pathophysiology of arthritis is well described in the medical textbooks. However, these textbooks don’t discuss causes for arthritis. In this article, I’ll discuss what’s really behind arthritis and what you can…
If you’re an avid walker — and perhaps even invested in an activity tracker to monitor your number of steps and calories burned — there’s some exciting news for you. You may actually be burning even more calories than you…