Category Archives: General Health

It’s natural for your prostate to grow. Likely unbeknownst to you, a man’s prostate starts growing when he hits 25. It isn’t until much later, however, that it might begin to affect lifestyle. And it can be really stressful. Natural prostate growth is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). A Harvard report suggests that 50-60 percent ...click here to read more

You might take your trips to the bathroom for granted. You’ve been doing it your whole life, after all. But how do you know if you have a healthy bladder? Are there any signs associated with bladder health or things you can do to encourage better function? You bet there are. Like most other organs ...click here to read more

Varicose veins are not only unsightly, but they can lead to quite a bit of pain and discomfort. More seriously, they can indicate problems with vein health and circulation. Can compression stockings help? There are estimates that up to 40% of Americans may be affected by chronic venous insufficiency. This means that blood, usually in ...click here to read more

Hopefully, you’re not stressing over the coffee controversy. Some say it’s good for you—others say coffee is unhealthy. Science generally says it’s nothing to worry about. Just don’t count on it to save your life. Caffeinated coffee, in particular, causes some people concern. Caffeine, known for its stimulating and energizing effects, can present danger in ...click here to read more

There’s a lot of stress these days. Fear over COVID-19, loneliness, job loss, or the loss of a loved one can make things extremely overwhelming. When the stress hits, it’s time for some self-care. Taking time for yourself every day can help keep stress levels down and make you feel calmer and better. Small five-minute ...click here to read more

When you’re dealing with the recurrent pain and discomfort of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI), a popular menopause treatment might not come to mind. But research is showing that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) might make a big difference. A new study showed that women who were undergoing HRT for menopause symptoms had a greater variety ...click here to read more

Were you planning on heading out to a patio or party for the upcoming long weekend? Remember something: COVID-19 has not gone anywhere. Even though your region may be reporting significantly reduced cases of the virus, it is not as if it has just up and left. Since the beginning of the pandemic, health officials ...click here to read more

Is lockdown working? For the past few months, you’ve been told to stay home—no contact with family, friends, or co-workers. Everyday life was stopped in its tracks because a global pandemic decided to show up and upend the world as we knew it. Research is emerging to indicate whether or not lockdown orders have been ...click here to read more

If you live in certain parts of the continent, you could be trapped in a heatwave. Some days, it’s so hot and muggy that you’re in a full sweat the moment you step outside… if you’re lucky enough to have air conditioning! This can make exercise even more of a challenge. Of course, you know ...click here to read more

You’re probably already getting between 3,000 and 4,000 steps per day just walking around living your life. So really, what’s another 4,000? Hitting a daily step count of 8,000 per day, even at a leisurely pace, is associated with a longer and better quality life. In fact, it might be able to double your life ...click here to read more

The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t going anywhere, and it’s probably already changed your life more than you expected. Outside of the threat of catching the virus, the pandemic has led to mental health issues and more. Another one of its side effects is weight gain. There is no denying that the pandemic has changed how we ...click here to read more

What is the healthiest diet? Is the Mediterranean, DASH, or plant-based diet the way to go? It probably doesn’t really matter. There is no one-size-fits-all diet for optimal health. If you don’t like the idea of eating exclusively plant-based foods, you won’t adhere to a vegetarian diet. Perhaps you don’t like salmon, so a Mediterranean-style ...click here to read more

Summer superfoods are here, and for the first time in a year, you can take advantage of your region’s seasonal offerings. It’s an exciting time, indeed. The availability of seasonal produce means you’re able to get freshly-picked food almost instantly. Farmer’s markets, neighborhood grocers, and farms themselves will have the most nutrient-dense seasonal fruits and ...click here to read more

Last September, I made a move that’s ended up working out quite nicely during the COVID crisis. After spending the bulk of my life in a high-density urban area, I moved to an area of my city rich in green space. Tall trees line the streets, there are plenty of parks, and a river surrounded ...click here to read more