Category Archives: General Health

At some point, you’ve experienced a muscle twitch. Maybe they’re infrequent, or perhaps you experience them on the regular, but should you be concerned? Muscle twitches can be short or long in duration, but most of all, they can be irritating. A muscle twitch is an involuntary contraction of the fibers that make up the ...click here to read more

Nitrates often get a bad reputation, but it’s important not to group all nitrates into the same category. As with many things in life, some nitrates are good for us while others are bad. For example, nitrates found in beetroot juice assist in reducing blood pressure and improving exercise performance. Nitrates are also found in ...click here to read more

Although we can’t live forever, many people are living to be 100. It is estimated that the number of people living to 100 will grow eightfold by 2050. Will you be one of those people? You could be if you follow these 15 tips that can help add years to your life. 15 Tips to ...click here to read more

Smoking is known to be the cause of many health problems and diseases, so it shouldn’t be of much surprise that it can negatively affect your bladder health. If you suffer from incontinence and aren’t sure why, it could be because of your smoking habit. Studies have shown that smoking can increase the risk of ...click here to read more

When a muscle cramp hits, it can be uncomfortable and sometimes even debilitating depending on how severe the cramp is. Muscle cramping can be temporary or last for a few days. Muscle cramps commonly occur in the muscles in your extremities – the arms and legs – and this is primarily due to blood circulation. ...click here to read more

Healthy blood circulation is necessary for the body to function correctly. This is because our blood carries oxygen and other essential nutrients that fuel all our organs and cells. Without proper blood circulation, we can start to experience declining health. One of the first signs we think of to spot poor blood circulation is cold ...click here to read more

Many factors play a role in a person’s longevity. Some of the most common ones are cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, and blood pressure status, but a recent study has found improved markers that could shed greater light on a person’s longevity than these traditional markers. The study included over 6,500 people over the age of 70 ...click here to read more

Urinary tract infections are most common among women, but men can develop them as well. The most common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) is a buildup of bacteria in the urinary tract. For men, a UTI forms in the urethra – the tube that runs from the opening of the tip of the penis ...click here to read more

If you suffer from bladder leaks, you may think you’re suffering alone, but bladder leaks are more common than you think. A recent survey uncovered that 61 percent of women regularly deal with bladder leaks. Furthermore, the latest survey suggests that one-third of the 2,000 women surveyed experience multiple leaks a day. Of the respondents, ...click here to read more

Lack of protein, exercise, and older age can all contribute to muscle loss or atrophy. Research suggests having diabetes is another contributing factor to muscle loss, and many people are not aware of this link. It’s natural to lose some muscle mass as we age, and as a result, it can negatively impact our ability ...click here to read more

Resistance training improves muscle strength and well-being in older adults. The latest research findings uncovered that resistance training led to health improvements in adults over the age of 65, and benefits occurred even when training just once a week. Benefits include improved blood values, muscle strength, and mental awareness. Researcher Dr. Simon Walker explained, “We ...click here to read more

With spring quickly approaching, you may think that you’ve successfully avoided that winter cold, but you aren’t completely safe yet. This is where the role of your immune system comes into play. But your immune system is only as effective as how strong it is. Therefore, if you have a weak immune system, you could ...click here to read more

Everywhere you look, people are talking, drinking, or posting about celery juice. There have been several claims that consuming celery juice first thing in the morning can offer you a slew of health benefits, but is celery juice just another health fad or are these claims valid? Some suggest celery juice has aided in improving ...click here to read more

Incontinence refers to bladder control problems such as leaks or urgency. It is estimated that 8.7 percent of the global population suffers from incontinence, but this number may not actually represent the growing problem. Many patients don’t speak to their doctors about bladder leaks as they are embarrassed or don’t believe there is anything that ...click here to read more