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Treatment of OA of the Knee: Best Non-Surgical Options for Pain Relief and Improved Mobility
Despite the widespread incidence of this condition, there is no cure. Treatment is mainly geared towards pain control and functionality.


Deep Breathing Exercises For Anxiety
Deep breathing exercises have a mild-to-moderate effect on blood pressure and are usually recommended in combination with traditional medications. Deep breathing exercises are also commonly recommended as a behavioral strategy for sleep-onset insomnia, particularly when anxiety or physiological hyperarousal is present.


Adipokines and Inflammation: The Hidden Messengers of Obesity
When most of us think of body fat, we imagine it simply as extra padding—stored energy waiting to be burned. But science has revealed something far more complex: fat tissue is not just storage.


Managing High Blood Pressure
With proper treatment and consistent follow-up, high blood pressure is manageable — and its complications largely preventable


The Mechanics of Cardiorespiratory Fitness: How Your Heart and Lungs Keep You Moving
Cardiorespiratory fitness is more than stamina—it is the foundation of endurance, health, and resilience. By regularly training your heart and lungs through aerobic activity, you can transform your health, boost your energy, and protect yourself against chronic disease.


Understanding the Symptoms of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
Diabetes controlled! No worries! Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is one of the most common complications of diabetes, affecting up...


BMI: How Much Does It Really Say About Your Health?
What's the importance of the BMI? Many people visit their doctor, have their weight and height measured, and walk away with a number...


Creatine: More Than Just a Sports Supplement?
Let’s unpack what creatine really is, how it works in the body, and why scientists are now exploring its use far beyond the athletic field.


Are Probiotics Worth the Money? A Closer Look at What You're Really Buying
Probiotics have become one of the most talked-about supplements in health and wellness.


Should You Raise Your Testosterone Levels? Here’s What You Need to Know
What Is Testosterone and Why Is It Important?
Testosterone is a natural steroid hormone produced in both men and women, though in very different amounts. In men, it’s primarily made in the testes, while in women, it’s made in the ovaries, adrenal glands, and—especially after menopause—in fat tissue


A Recipe for a Balanced Diet
Our bodies are complex biological systems that require a wide variety of both macronutrients and micronutrients to perform at its peak. Eating the right foods is central to maintaining a healthy body!


What Are Functional Foods?
The health benefits of functional foods often come from things like phytochemicals, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.


Annual Physical Exams Are Essential For Good Health
Regular medical checkups are an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Studies show that people who have regular annual checkups are...


My Top Three Tips For a Healthy Lifestyle
These are my top three health tips for living a long and healthy life. Of course, these three are not the only tips for a healthy lifestyle. There are others, but these are my top three.


How Much Weight Should You Use For Resistance Training?
People who engage in resistance training to achieve muscle hypertrophy or increased muscle strength are often faced with the question...


Unlocking Heart Health: The Micronutrient Symphony for Preventing Cardiovascular Disease.
Micronutrients, encompassing vitamins and minerals found in our diets, play a crucial role in preventing cardiovascular disease.


How To Motivate Ourselves To A Healthy Lifestyle Change
We keep making promises and New Year’s resolutions that we never keep...we desire to change our lives for the better. So why then do we not follow through ?


Beauty Is Not Only Skin Deep (Keep a Healthy Complexion)
Without the protective effect of antioxidants and other phytochemicals, our skins would soon wrinkle and sag under the effect of the UV radiation from the sun. Eating an adequate amount of fruits and vegetables is therefore of major importance to preserving the appearance of our skin.


Malaria Vaccine: How It Works
The Malaria parasite causes over 600,000 deaths every year, the majority of which are children under the age of 5. An effective vaccine is therefore highly desirable.


New Gene Therapy For Sickle Cell Disease
There is new gene therapy for sickle cell disease. The new therapy utilizes CRISPR technology to disinhibit a gene that produces fetal hemoglobin in bone marrow stem cells.


Inverse Vaccines: The Cure For Autoimmune Disease
Inverse vaccines are one of the hottest topics in medicine these days and with good reason. Approximately 1 in 10 people around the world have an autoimmune disease, and the number is rising.


Why Measles Vaccination Is Important
The measles virus is one of the most contagious viruses causing human disease. For millennia, this virus has been a leading cause of childhood morbidity and mortality, until the development of the measles vaccine in 1963.


What is ADHD?
ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a psychiatric disorder that has long been recognized by the medical community. Despite its well-recognized status, members of the public continue to question its legitimacy.


Understanding Stress: Its Biological Roots, Psychological Consequences, and Effective Management Strategies
Stress is just our body responding to these stressors as it tries to help us cope with the situation. We experience stress when we encounter a stressor.


What Is Stress?
Stress manifests as an increase in the heart rate, the rate of breathing, and sweating. These are accompanied by emotional manifestations of stress


Why Most Weight Loss Diets Fail: And What Actually Works
Let’s face it—most of us have tried a diet at some point, hoping it would finally be the one that works. Maybe it was low-carb, high-protein, keto, or something your favorite influencer swore by. And for a little while, it might have worked. But then...


Dieting For Muscle Mass and Strength Building
The need to build and maintain muscle mass is important throughout life. Having enough muscle mass and strength to complete our tasks comfortably is highly dependent on nutrition.


The ABCs of Weight Loss Dieting
Many people are acutely aware of these benefits of weight loss and achievement of a healthy body weight, but the weight loss landscape is cluttered with scores of weight loss diets and programs, making the choice of the best method a feat of mental gymnastics.


Reading Food Labels Is Part Of A Healthy Lifestyle
Reading and understanding food labels is an important skill for a healthy lifestyle and in ensuring that we maintain a healthy weight.


Shatter Diet Myths: The Real Deal About Carbs, Proteins, and Fats!
Whether you're a seasoned wellness warrior or just starting your journey toward better health, understanding the importance of macronutrients in your diet is key to crafting a meal plan that nourishes your body and fuels your lifestyle.


Avoid These Foods
Popular food emulsifiers include Xanthan Gum, Maltodextrin, Soy Lecithin, Carrageenan, Carboxymethylcellulose, Polysorbate-80, Aluminosilicates and Titanium dioxide. Studies have shown that some of these can alter the gut microbiota.


Rest And Recovery After Exercise
Ensuring adequate rest and recovery after exercise is essential for maintaining a high level of performance and preventing injury.


The Benefits of Regular Exercise
Regular exercise is one of the fundamental components of a healthy lifestyle. The benefits of regular exercise cannot be overstated.


Take Advantage Of The Blood Pressure Lowering Effect Of Exercise
Can exercise be used to lower blood pressure? The phenomenon of post exercise hypotension is a well-recognized phenomenon. Learn how to take advantage of it.


How To Exercise Safely
Exercising safely starts with making informed choices regarding the environment and the conditions under which exercise is performed.


How Cardiorespiratory Fitness Protects Your Heart and Boosts Health
Achieving cardiorespiratory fitness can markedly reduce your risk for many chronic diseases.
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