We often desire weight loss for the outcome of increasing our physical attractiveness but there are more important reasons to shed excess weight. Among other complications, excess body weight increases our risk of type II diabetes, Read more...
The herpes simplex virus causes cold sores, they heal in a few weeks but the virus remains. (1) Typically over time people experience fewer outbreaks. The NIH recommends trying to avoid getting a sunburn or stress because it can Read more...
A 2015 study found an association between high blood levels of vitamin C (from eating fruits and vegetables) and a reduced risk of coronary artery disease and death from any cause. Published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Read more...
According to a study published in Psychiatry Research, when paired up, yogurt and pickles (both fermented, probiotic-containing foods), may play a protective role against social anxiety. The study surveyed over 700 young adults Read more...
For some people it happens by accident and others’ make a plan and yet there are still some that, even with all the planning and wishing, spunky semen and exquisite eggs seem to be more of a dream than a reality. These four factors Read more...
Sinusitis is inflammation of the sinuses. This occurs as a result of a build up of bacteria after a cold or from allergies or some sinus irritant. Sinus infections can last for a short period of time or re-occur and become chronic. Read more...
Keeping the teeth you have in your mouth starts with healthy gums. Many Americans’ have gingivitis or periodontitis, which are different stages of gum disease. Our mouths are teeming with bacteria that form plaque on teeth, brushing Read more...
Maybe you already knew why vegetables are good for you and now you are even more inspired, or maybe that article taught you something new, either way, knowing is only half the battle. It isn’t the why, it is the how where we often Read more...
Cluster headaches, tension headaches and sinus headaches are common and most people have experienced one at some time in their life. Migraines are similar to headaches but more severe and come on suddenly with strong pain usually Read more...
Being stressed out is commonly understood to be a perceived pressure combined with a physical response. The physical response is a mixture of hormones and chemical messengers resulting in changes in our blood pressure, metabolism Read more...
