These days, most people understand the negative impact that high blood pressure can have on their health. High blood pressure is the main risk factor for a cardiovascular event (heart attack or stroke) as it damages arteries that can become blocked and prevent blood flow to the heart muscle. Normal ...

Yoga has become increasingly popular over the years, as most people consider the practice to be safe and gentle enough for anyone to do. While this is true, it is incredibly important to use the correct form in each posture so that you can avoid injuries and gain the most ...

In the early 2000s, green tea was pretty rare in the United States. Then, as people began to become more interested in being as healthy as they could be, green tea became the go-to beverage. The World Green Tea Association states that about 600,000 tons of green tea are consumed ...

Having good balance and stability is an integral part of safety as you age. In fact, did you know that falling is the second leading cause of unintentional injury and death worldwide? Even more concerning, over 60% of those falls occur inside the home, where you should feel the safest ...

French fries, potato chips, pretzels, nut mixes, popcorn, pizza, and more. We love them for their great taste, much of which comes from the added salt. Indeed, we need some salt to survive, and our brains are hardwired to crave it. Getting too much, however, may increase our risk of ...

Your glute muscles play a huge role in your overall body strength. Not only do they contribute to your core strength, but they are also involved in countless compound movements in your body, including bending, stepping, and squatting. Strong glute muscles also help decrease muscle imbalances that often lead to ...

It probably won’t surprise you to learn that sugar is the most popular ingredient added to foods in the United States. Over the years, more and more manufacturers have used it to make their foods taste sweeter in the hopes of increasing profits, and so far, it’s worked. Two hundred ...

Terms like ‘Tennis Elbow’ and ‘Golfer’s Elbow’ are just labels given to pain either on the inside or on the outside of your elbow. Tennis Elbow refers to pain on the lateral, or outside of your elbow, whereas Golfer’s Elbow refers to the pain along the inside of your elbow. ...

Probiotics are all the rage right now in the wellness industry. You have probably seen certain food ads that emphasize their probiotic content. As well, you may have seen supplements on the drug store shelves and wondered if they would help ease your digestive woes or improve your mood. Here’s ...

Did you know that your hips play a pivotal role in your overall physical health? Your hips allow you to bend, sit, walk, run, and jump. Given that your hips are so heavily involved in almost all of your everyday movements, it is surprising how many people ignore this essential ...