Have you ever been in pain? Chances are you’re wincing as you answer that question. Pain is the most common symptom of all medical conditions. Therefore, pain relief is not only essential for recovery but also key for keeping you sane. We may now be able to turn to nature for help with this ubiquitous […]
Could protecting your red blood cells be as easy as munching on red berries? A recent study found that this may be the case. Subjects consumed 500 grams (a little over a pound) of strawberries every day for 16 days and it increased subjects’ serum vitamin C and plasma total antioxidant capacity. The strawberry consumption […]
Alright, gents. We know you’re drooling for that burger, but if you’ve got prostate cancer, do yourself a favor and choose the fish. Research shows that men with a higher intake of fish had a slower spread of prostate cancer and a lower risk of death compared to those who didn’t eat as much fish. […]
A gym can be intimidating with its high-tech equipment, expensive dues and overly perky trainers. For the overweight crowd, research suggests that it may be even more difficult for them to drag themselves through the health club doors. They are more conscious of how they look compared to the younger, fitter members of the gym. […]
Garlic and strawberries might be a good pair to reduce your risk or slow the progression of osteoarthritis — although we wouldn’t recommend eating them at the same time. We know that being overweight and obese can increase the risk for osteoarthritis, especially of the knees and hips, but does diet itself play a role? […]
Have you ever seen one of those rather odd-looking boards with a ball in the middle at the gym? You wonder if they actually work and for what exactly. These instability devices are supposed to be very effective at working our core muscles. Core workouts strengthen the spine, shoulders and pelvis areas. Strong core muscles […]
Looking for an alternative to fish oil supplements, but still want to get extra omega 3-s? Krill oil may be your answer. The link between omega 3 fatty acids and cholesterol is pretty clear and the American Heart Association recommends eating two servings of fatty fish a week to get your omega 3s. However, new […]
Sleep apnea is an obstructive disorder characterized by abnormal pauses in breathing when you are asleep. New research out today suggests sleep apnea may increase risk of dementia in elderly women. Indeed according to the study, “elderly women who began the study without dementia had 85 percent higher odds of developing mild cognitive impairment or […]
