Category Archives: General Health

You may not have worked a desk job, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have a high risk for a painful and irritating condition called carpal tunnel syndrome. It’s often associated with computer use, but the effects of carpal tunnel reach much further. New data suggests that workers in other industries experience the condition more ...click here to read more

You’d be hard-pressed to find anybody who has gone unaffected by the pandemic. Even if you think you’re doing alright, you’re probably wrong. For example, have you been as active as you were before the lockdowns? And even if you’ve boosted your activity to exercise for 45 minutes per day, what are you doing the ...click here to read more

When you’re slogging through an afternoon and need a pick me up. What do you reach for? Many grab a coffee and a sugary snack to help them power through. And it works. Until it doesn’t. If you’ve gone with the sugary snack, you crash hard. If coffee gave you some support, you likely find ...click here to read more

The usefulness of multivitamins is hotly debated. Many contend that they are a waste of money for most people, while others suggest they may help specific segments of the population. A recent study looked to shed some light on the topic. It found that older adults who took a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement, along ...click here to read more

A new announcement from the medicine watchdog the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends that people suffering from chronic pain should perform regular exercise. Many people who have chronic pain turn to painkillers, so the institute hopes to curb the number of patients taking medications. Experts agree that it’s not surprising to ...click here to read more

Like many, I stopped going to the gym in February 2020 when it looked like North America was about to join the swaths of countries crippled by the COVID-19 pandemic. A little over a year later, and I have to say that I look and feel quite different from a physical standpoint. My muscles are ...click here to read more

Superfoods are sexy. Given a choice, I’m sure you’d go with goji or acai berries over yogurt or potatoes. But really, does something being dressed up and labeled make it better? Not really. In fact, if you really want what you need, nutrition might get about as boring as it gets. I don’t mean the ...click here to read more

There are lots of organs and internal systems that work to keep you alive and energized. Your liver, heart, lungs, and brain easily come to mind. There’s your metabolism and cardiovascular system. And there are also mitochondria. Mitochondria are organelles that are found in every cell in your body, providing the energy they need to ...click here to read more

To avoid disease later in life, regular exercise and a healthy diet are essential. According to new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, following a simple healthy lifestyle can be the key for middle-aged adults achieving optimal cardiometabolic health later in life. Cardiometabolic health risk factors are most noted for including ...click here to read more

Strong and functional muscles are imperative to healthy aging. Leafy greens may help you get there. A new study has found that diets high in nitrate-rich leafy greens may promote muscle strength and functionality independent of physical activity. That’s not to say that exercise or protein won’t help build muscle, but leafy greens can add ...click here to read more

I don’t know about you, but spring weather came in heavy where I live. As expected, people took to the streets and trails after a long winter. You may have pulled out your hiking boots and walking shoes looking to get a jumpstart on the season. The trails still haven’t filled up yet, and you’ll ...click here to read more

Sourdough, kefir, kombucha, and even beer have grown in popularity in recent years. Some, like sourdough, more currently. What’s drawing people to these fermented foods? The potential of probiotics. Probiotics may play a significant role in your gut and digestive system, potentially influencing immune health, mental health, and a host of other benefits. But are ...click here to read more

For patients with heart disease, advances in technological health resources may be beneficial. New mobile health technology is proving to help older adults who have existing heart disease by encouraging lifestyle behavior changes and medication adherence. Mobile health technology consists of the use of mobile and wireless technologies to support health objectives. This can include ...click here to read more

Pushups. Everyone knows them. They are one of the most common and best exercises to build strength. But they are also extremely difficult. The difficulty translates to intimidation, and most people shy away from them. But the reality is that they are extremely beneficial in building core and upper body strength to help enhance independence ...click here to read more