Health

Strokes are one of the most dangerous health problems you can face, and they are becoming more and more common. While strokes used to be reserved for elderly patients and those in exceptionally poor health, strokes are becoming more common in people younger than 40.  Since strokes are still less common than heart attacks, some … Read more

One of the number one complaints of exercising adults – especially runners – in today’s world is a complaint of hip pain. Statistics show that over 175,000 hip replacements are performed annually each year.  Here are eleven ways you can strengthen your hips and work to prevent hip failure as you age. Stretch Regularly Regular … Read more

People often make fitness more difficult than it is. Truth be told, there’s no “quick fix” for better health, and there’s no easy way to a fit and healthy body. You are what you eat, and calories in vs. calories out determines whether you’ll gain, maintain or lose weight. However, there are things you can … Read more

Being a parent is tough. Whether you are on your first or your 10th child, parenting advice and wisdom seems to change on a nearly daily basis. What was done a decade ago or even one year ago is now considered dangerous. However, all of this information can help you make better choices for your … Read more

Autoimmune disorders are some of the most difficult to diagnose and treat in the medical world. They are typically chronic, as there are very few therapies available for attacking malfunctioning immune cells without also attacking the immune system directly.  In addition, there seems to be some genetic link with these diseases. However, one researcher put … Read more

Reflexology is a form of massage that few people know much about, yet it has amazing health benefits to the immune system and to the central nervous system. Many people use reflexology to help them relax and to help them sleep better at night if they suffer from chronic or occasional insomnia. You can perform … Read more

Working out can be a bore, and many of us, honestly, prefer to get our workouts over as soon as possible. By combining your strength exercises with some cardio work, you can kill two birds with one stone by getting your daily exercise yet shortening your workout time in the process.  Here are five ways … Read more

 The common cold is one of the most obnoxious illnesses that sweeps the country every fall and winter. It may not be particularly dangerous or painful, but there’s nothing you can do to get rid of it besides wait it out. Instead of looking for cold cures in a couple months, learn how you can … Read more

For many people, running is simply the best workout available. It releases stress, helps burn fat, and can be done anywhere you have a pair of shoes and the right attire. However, running has lost some of its popularity in recent years, since many people think that it ruins your muscle development. New research says … Read more

With the various types of technology that are being released on an almost annual basis, it should come as no surprise that at least some of these developments are going to pose a threat to your health. For example, consider earbuds.  Although doctors have never been a fan of headphones in general, they are especially … Read more