Some people imagine they carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. But the truth is we actually carry most of our weight around on our sacroiliac joints (SI joints). The sacroiliac joints, which connect your spine to your pelvis, support the full weight of your upper body whenever you’re in an upright position. … Read More
Are you concerned about the use of high fructose corn syrup in your food? Could the sweetener be a major contributor to obesity trends in the United States? High fructose corn syrup dangers are for real. Studies show a growing connection between this additive and a wide range of health problems. You probably know it’s a hi … Read More
...And the WARNINGS They May Be Sending More often than not, you may think pain isn’t a big deal. Sure, it’s no fun to be in pain, but it usually doesn’t mean an untimely death is around the corner. A small headache could mean you’re simply a little dehydrated. Unusual soreness could be from that extra hard workout this … Read More
Fat pills in disguise! That's what many common medications really are. It's the ultimate medical double cross. You take a pill to get rid of one health problem — allergies, insomnia, or even heart disease — but while you're working on that your weight spirals out of control, giving you a whole new set of problems. You feel … Read More
Any time you pick up a packaged food from your supermarket, you rely on its label to tell you what’s inside. When purchasing fresh foods like a stalk of celery or a bag of apples, you can inspect them for blemishes, mold and freshness, being reasonably certain of their overall quality. Processed foods, however, have none of … Read More
The innocent little snack in your hand could be a secret energy killer. The worst foods for you include some of the most common "easy” snacks and meals. They zap your energy and bulk up your waistline. Yet some of the top foods that make you tired also include menu options you might call healthy. No wonder dieting is s … Read More
... The Top Solutions, Causes, and Symptoms Unlike your lower back, which provides a great deal of mobility for movement, your upper back is relatively stable, providing support for standing upright and protecting your heart, lungs and other vital organs in your chest. Because movement is limited, injury and degeneration is … Read More
... 7 Reasons to AVOID It Like the Plague Aspirin is based on salicylic acid derived from willow bark, a compound that works to stop pain by interfering with cells’ ability to make prostaglandins (chemicals involved in your ability to feel pain). Hippocrates, the father of medicine, is often credited as one of the first to … Read More
10 Reasons Your Diet Isn't Working Are you stuck in an endless struggle to shed pounds? Could simple diet mistakes be the reason you’re not losing weight? It seems like every day there’s a new list of the best and worst diet plans to follow. It’s easy to become frustrated and confused by all the diet misinformation. But … Read More
There is perhaps no better full-body "workout” than keeping your home in order. But as you’re hauling laundry up the stairs, crawling on your hands and knees to wash the kitchen floor, twisting and bending to get your family room vacuumed, and stretching to get the very top of your tall bay windows sparkly clean, you probabl … Read More