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 goal of warming up is […]
A Bit On Botox: Facts and FAQs
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 to prevent wrinkles to yield […]
Abnormal Reactions to Food
Most of us have experienced feeling sick after eating certain foods. We may feel bloated, nauseous, or even dizzy. But, what do these symptoms mean? It is a food allergy, intolerance, or a case of food poisoning? Terms to describe an abnormal reaction to foods and associated symptoms can be confusing. Fortunately, once we get […]
Putting Devices Down
Most of us know that too much time on electronic devices and social media can take away from real person-to-person relationships. But is this all that it’s doing? More importantly, what is it about computer devices that demands our attention? A Need for Connection Human beings are social animals. Our biological need to stay connected, […]
Boost Immune System with Lymphatic Massage
A lymphatic massage is one that stimulates the lymph nodes and promotes lymphatic drainage. The manual techniques involved in this massage aim to drain excess fluid from muscles and connective tissues. This makes a person feel better by reducing swelling throughout the body and by flushing out toxins and waste products from body tissues. Lymphatic […]
Ankle Sprain: Types and Treatments
An ankle sprain can happen to anyone, all it takes is one wrong step. Ankle sprains tend to be painful and limit movement, depending on their severity. In the case of such a common and variable injury, how do we know if our ankle is actually sprained or when to see a doctor? The Ankle […]
The Thyroid and Metabolism
Many individuals deal with thyroid issues in the United States. Thyroid is present in many forms and may cause unexplained weight-gain or weight-loss symptoms. Thyroid disruptions greatly affect metabolism by slowing it down or speeding it up. Knowledge about the thyroid can help to treat problematic symptoms or may help to diagnose dysfunction. The Thyroid […]
Exercise For Health
While many associate the idea of health and exercise with the typical fit man or woman portrayed in advertisements, real health doesn’t always look picture-perfect. This misconception is discouraging to those that don’t look like a model, despite taking all the right steps to be healthy. Though health might not look the same in everyone, […]
Intermittent Fasting
While intermittent fasting seems like the new “thing” in weight-loss, fasting has always been around. We technically fast every time we go to sleep (since we go several hours without eating) and the term “break-fast” comes from the idea of breaking this overnight fast. Fasting Many would associate the idea of fasting with starvation, but […]
Tips to Losing Those Love Handles
How To Get Rid of Love Handles Many of us store fat in what is colloquially called our “love handles.” These fleshy fat deposits can sometimes cause the body to look disproportionate, or create the unwanted illusion of a “muffin top.” Not only are love handles hard to get rid of, but they are […]
