The food you eat plays a critical role in a number of bodily functions, including the hair. People who consume empty-calorie foods (foods with calories but no real nutritional value) are more likely to suffer from weak/frail hair, split-ends, poor coloring, and other problems with their hair. So, which foods you should consume for a healthy head of hair? continue reading
Some people assume that massage therapy is only beneficial if you have it done on a regular basis – but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Just a single 90-minute massage session can have a profound impact on your physical and mental well-being. A skilled massage therapist can identify and target “problem areas” within your body, kneading out myofascial trigger points (muscle knots) while leaving you feeling fresh and rejuvenated. continue reading
Nearly everyone will experience foot pain at some point in their life. It may only present itself in the form of minor tenderness or swelling, or it may cause excruciating pain that restricts your ability to run/walk. To make matters worse, it’s oftentimes difficult to pinpoint where exactly the pain is coming from. Since the foot contains hundreds of nerve endings, you will generally feel pain throughout your entire foot anytime those nerves are affected.
You might be surprised to learn that there are 24 different bones in the average person’s foot. If just one of these bones is fractured or becomes misaligned, it can cause a wide range of symptoms, including pain, swelling and tenderness. continue reading
According to a report published by CBS, 75% of Americans don’t drink the 10 daily cups of water recommended by the Institute of Medicine. Going throughout the day in a state of mild dehydration may not cause any immediate concerns, but it will eventually take its toll on your body and health. If you fall into the majority and don’t drink enough water, you should take note of what I’m about to tell you.
Water is essential for every living organism on Earth, and humans are no exception. Our bodies are comprised of 60-70% water; it’s in our muscles, tissue, fat, ligaments, and even our brains. Without H2O, our organs would fail and our bodies would shut down. Studies have even shown that blood plasma is comprised of approximately 90% water. continue reading
According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), between 5 and 20% of the U.S. population will catch the flu virus this year. While most people who catch the flu recover after 7-14 days, some 200,000 are hospitalized each year due to complications. The good news is that you can reduce your risk of catching influenza by taking some simple precautions. continue reading
