Category Archives: General Health

If you’ve always had a healthy bladder and never experienced a bladder infection, you may take your body’s ability to remove urine for granted. So far, you’ve been lucky. But if and when a problem arises, you’ll likely wish you’d paid to bladder health. Bladder complications might be more common than you’d think. Urinary tract ...click here to read more

Flu season is right around the corner, and health officials are already ringing the alarm. It’s not that the flu is expected to be particularly dangerous this year; instead, there’s another severe virus circulating. It’s called COVID-19. You might have heard of it. The worry comes from the fact that symptoms can be confusing, and ...click here to read more

Do you feel a little different when the temperature drops? Do the layers of clothing and shorter days suck your energy and motivation? There are definitely psychological effects associated with cooler, darker temperatures. But they might be affecting you guys physically too. It’s possible that when temperatures drop, testosterone goes with it. A study published ...click here to read more

More isn’t always better, particularly if you’re trying to slow aging with vitamin E. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that could play a valuable role in keeping you younger. The fat-soluble vitamin can help protect cells from free radicals, potentially helping you appear younger inside and out. But you don’t want to go too ...click here to read more

Clark Kent was a pretty average guy. Nothing special. But when he stepped into that phone booth and became Superman? Look out. There was almost nothing he couldn’t do. Superfoods are generally marketed like they are Superman, but the truth is that most of them are just like Clark Kent. Pretty average, to be honest. ...click here to read more

How do you keep your veins healthy? If you’ve never really thought about it, don’t worry—you’re not alone. Most people don’t think twice, let alone once, about how their veins are doing. Until it’s too late. Once you’ve got a problem, like varicose veins or deep vein thrombosis, they might be all you think about. ...click here to read more

It’s unfair to stigmatize muscle heads as meatheads. New research suggests that working out doesn’t just flex biceps, but the brain as well. A recent review shows that exercise is associated with a greater ability to boost concentration, learning ability, and memory for up to two hours following moderate to vigorous activity. Those reps make ...click here to read more

Like countless others, one of the first things I do in the morning is go to the bathroom. Then I turn on the coffee pot. Then I’m back in the bathroom a few more times. A fair estimate is that I have the urge to urinate roughly two or three times per cup of coffee. ...click here to read more

Change is hard… especially when you’re trying to eat less sugar. Let’s face it—the stuff tastes good. It might make virtually everything you enjoy taste a little better. That’s the whole point of it. It’s why it’s so hard to stop eating sugar. Sugar was supposed to be a treat—something you’d consume on occasion in ...click here to read more

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are associated with a host of conditions that, quite frankly, cause premature aging and increase your risk of death. But are all ultra-processed foods bad for you? After all, there are some UPFs that you might not associate with health risks. Your protein supplement, for example, that helps you build and maintain ...click here to read more

If you find yourself with swollen and sore legs for no particular reason, you might want to think about going online and ordering a trampoline. In the meantime, get out for a walk. Wait, a trampoline? You bet. These toys could help improve circulation, treat varicose veins, and lead to better vein health. Vein health ...click here to read more

Look, if it seems like you’re battling a urinary tract infection (UTI) every six months, know this: it’s not your fault. Some women are just more prone than others. It doesn’t mean that you’re doing something wrong or lacking hygiene. You have not brought this on yourself. Recurring UTIs are common and can take a ...click here to read more

Your muscles support you in virtually everything you do. So, why aren’t you supporting them? Muscle building is often viewed as a specialty hobby—something practiced by athletes or those who want to grow really big or lift heavy weights. But that perception couldn’t be more wrong. Building strength and muscle is crucial to good health, ...click here to read more

COVID fatigue is real. The social distancing, isolation, and fear of contracting the virus are a lot to deal with. And what about those masks? Aren’t you ready to peel it off? You’ll want to hold up on that, especially if you’re thinking about trading it in for a face shield. Face shields have been ...click here to read more