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Knee injuries and related pain symptoms are amongst the most common life-impacting ailments experienced by adults in the United States. What’s worse is the fact that conventional treatments for knee injuries and pain tend to address only the symptoms, providing temporary relief but failing to fix the root of the ...

News of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), also known as the “Wuhan Coronavirus,” are everywhere. Social media platforms and news channels are booming with updates on the spread of its outbreak from China into other countries, including the United States.  So far, 11 cases have been confirmed in the United ...

If you’re an avid participant in the fitness or weight-loss world, you may have come across the term “autophagy,” specifically whenever fasting is discussed. Fasting is quickly becoming an accepted (albeit controversial) tool for health and weight-loss. So, how does autophagy factor in?  What is Autophagy? Autophagy (‘auto-’ meaning ‘self’ ...

Cosmetic use of acupuncture for facial rejuvenation is popular worldwide and for good reason. Facial acupuncture can improve one’s appearance by promoting skin health and targetting specific structures of the face. It can be complementary to other aesthetic treatments and stand-alone as a holistic cosmetic approach of its own. What ...

Sleep problems such as insomnia affect the lives of young and old Americans alike. This is concerning since sleep is an essential part of health and well-being. Inadequate sleep can lead to problems with metabolism, recovery, attention span, memory, mood, and much more.  Fortunately, weighted blankets may offer a simple ...

Diverticular disease is a common intestinal condition that affects the lives of many Americans. It can lead to a range of gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms easily mistaken for other gastrointestinal problems. Diverticular disease is especially prevalent in developed countries where low-fiber diets are more common. Without proper intervention (dietary or otherwise), ...

Chiropractic adjustments offer more than just pain relief and good posture. They have a calibrating effect on joint alignment and movement which allows for optimal function of the nervous system. Considering that every organ and structure in the body is mediated by the nervous system, it stands to reason that ...

No one wants to talk about their bedroom problems, so it might come as a surprise that they are much more common than one might think! One out of ten men in the United States struggles with erectile dysfunction (ED). Not only that, but the prevalence of ED seems to ...

If you’ve ever wondered about gluten-free labels or been curious why some people avoid gluten, celiac disease is one reason why. Individuals with this disease cannot properly digest gluten, a condition that leads to an adverse response by their gastrointestinal (GI) and immune systems. While awareness of the disease is increasing, ...

Human beings spend one-third of their lives asleep. This puts into perspective how significant the quality of your mattress is. Proper sleep ergonomics provide adequate support and comfort to ensure that we are well-rested for the challenges of everyday life.  Getting a good night's sleep is essential to our health ...

Though they may be tempting to skip, warm-ups are an important part of every workout. Warming up before a workout lessens the risk of injury, improves performance, and aids in recovery. Why Warm-Up  Much like an engine, the body needs to heat up a little before undergoing rigorous work. The ...

Botox is a popular cosmetic treatment used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and facial folds. These age lines are a natural part of getting older and are caused by daily facial expressions like frowning or smiling. Botox refers to a variety of solutions called neuromodulators that paralyze facial muscles ...