Findings Show Link Between Pain and Sleep Loss
A recent poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation found pain to be a major factor in sleep loss.
Author: Steve Stearns
Three Immune Boosting Spices
There are many natural alternatives that can give your immune system the boost it needs to combat cold and flu season. For centuries, people have used spices to increase their immune function.
The Dangers of Chronic Inflammation
Do you know what heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, stroke and cancer have in common? Scientists have linked each of these to a condition known as chronic inflammation, and they are studying how high-fat foods...
Four Health Benefits of Curcumin
Curcumin is a yellow pigment found primarily in turmeric, a flowering plant of the ginger family best known as a spice used in curry. It’s a polyphenol with anti-inflammatory properties and the ability to increase antioxidant levels...
Five Ways to Boost Your Immune System
Cold and flu season is here and keeping your immune system functioning at its best should be a top priority. Your immune system functions like your own personal army, guarding your body against attacks from...
Why Walking is the Best Workout
If you’re looking to get in shape and don’t have the time or money for a gym membership, walking is the best workout. It’s cheap, it’s easy, does not require any special equipment and it’s...
Four Ways to Improve Cognitive Function
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Since 1983, the number of people with Alzheimer’s has more than doubled according to the Alzheimer’s Association. While there is still no cure for Alzheimer’s, there are things...
Joint Pain Relief in Cold Weather
As the seasons change and colder temperatures approach, people suffering from joint pain and arthritis can find themselves hurting even more. Scientists are yet unsure of the exact reason for this, but there are a...
The Dangers of Free Radicals
Oxidative stress from free radicals is constantly attacking our bodies. Free radicals have been associated with cancer, atherosclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and more. They also may be linked to aging. So, where do...
Heart Health Benefits of Seaweed
Several studies over the last few years have suggested that seaweed has significant heart health benefits and we should be doing more to include sea vegetables in our diets. Cardiovascular disease is the leading...
