If you’ve ever heard someone talk about the hormone cortisol, it was probably in a negative context. Often referred to as a “stress hormone,” cortisol is one of the most misunderstood hormones in the human body. However, this compound often gets portrayed as an enemy to human health when it’s actually a vital hormone. Cortisol […]
Regular physical activity is essential for seniors who want to increase their lifespan and also maintain their quality of life as they age. Unfortunately, many seniors are not consistently getting anywhere near the amount of exercise they should be. Do What You Can A lot of older adults think that they’re too old to […]
Can lack of sleep be good for you? Science claims that in some particular cases it can! Knowing how to harness the benefits is a matter of understanding the science and applying it to your own schedule. Let’s check how to make the most of your staying up all night long. Important Considerations Before trying […]
Back pains – we’ve all faced this at some point in our lives. Whether it’s from being careless while bending or pulling a muscle while lifting something bulky. Whatever the reason, once you are a victim of chronic back pain – it’s quite tough to treat it right away. Spotting the Symptoms If you feel […]
Dementia is an extremely debilitating mental disorder that affects millions of Americans every year. As many as 7.7 million new dementia cases are diagnosed every year [1]. If more people knew how to prevent dementia, this number would be much lower. Ways to Be Proactive Dementia is a serious concern. As with many major medical […]
“Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise.” While it’s not guaranteed that being an early riser will make you rich, this classic proverb holds a lot of truth. Being an early riser is a wiser choice for your health, keeping you aligned with a more natural sleep-wake cycle. Let’s […]
Milk has been a staple in a balanced diet for many years. Children are taught at a young age that milk is healthy and beneficial to your body. It holds a high level of calcium and helps bones grow throughout life. Many people have benefited from drinking milk in that it helps their bones stay […]
Arthritis is a potentially debilitating condition. It causes pain and stiffness in joints, often making ordinary daily activities difficult if not impossible. The causes of arthritis vary, with some cases attributed to injuries in youth and others simply a genetic inevitability. There are some medications, as well as vitamins and supplements, that are known to help—but not […]
The human body is an interesting network of different systems that have the ability to function as one whole unit. From time to time, changes take place in our bodies, some of which we don’t get to know immediately. Snoring is one event in human health that is a signal meant to illustrate a deeper […]
A diet that says it’s okay to eat bacon and butter and doesn’t require you to eat any cardboard-like meal replacement bars? Who wouldn’t be interested? There are some important considerations to make, but otherwise, the Ketogenic Diet falls squarely into this category! Familiarizing oneself with the ins and outs of going Keto can help […]
