Acne is a disorder of the skin that affects adults as well as teens. It occurs when follicles, or pores, become blocked. Oils, naturally present in skin, are unable to drain and become blocked inside... (more)
Whether we are at work, traveling, or at home, we’ve all had bad days. Those stressful times can be difficult, but important, to shake. Your mental, emotional, and physical health depends on you to ... (more)
When I was a young boy, emerging muscles were the coolest thing. If a vein popped out a little, that was even more awesome. There were no fitness centers or body building gyms to amount to anything ... (more)
One question that has popped up a few times in my email in box relates to the issue of hormones in whey protein supplements. Are there hormones in your whey? (more)
Fitness refers to ability of the body to function with vigor and alertness. Nutrition refers to the nurturing of our body, in our ability to keep it healthy and functioning as it is supposed to do. (more)
Research is always ongoing into new and better medications for arthritis which is a very good thing. But where is all this leading us? Of course we need effective pain medication for arthritis to ... (more)
Do you know the health and fitness industry is plagued by an over abundance of workout myths? A myth is a fiction or half truth, especially one that forms part of an ideology. (more)
One of the common comments I hear from my female clients is, -Please don’t give me any weights work – I don’t want any muscle, I just want to tone.- The reasons differ from client to client, but it ... (more)
Creatine is a natural substance found in the body, therefore, is not classified as a drug. It is legal to use in the US and most other countries as it is considered a food supplement. (more)
More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergic diseases. A recent nationwide survey found that more than half (54.6 percent) of all U.S citizens test positive to one or more allergens; among spe... (more)
Lets face it protein is an essential nutrient, and is vital to your health and is used to build muscles, skin, hair and nails. However, many people put their health at risk by eating too much of it. ... (more)
People from all walks of life and all ages live with eczema; however, it typically appears in infants. Also called contact dermatitis, eczema is actually a group of skin conditions. Although it may ... (more)
Caveat emptor is Latin for "let the buyer beware". Nowhere is this phrase more applicable than in the weight loss industry of today. It seems that every time we turn around we are blasted and... (more)
What are Hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids (or piles are they are more commonly known) are simply the veins in your anus which have become distended (swollen with blood). This is very similar to varicose ... (more)
The main function of liver is to convert food to energy, and produce chemicals and enzymes necessary to burn fat. Liver stores iron reserves and vitamins and minerals and makes bile to digest food. ... (more)
Overview Melatonin is a natural hormone, which is produced and secreted by the pineal gland. Melatonin plays an important role in the regulation of many hormones in the body. Among its key roles, mel... (more)
The dictionary defines metabolism as the sum of all biochemical processes involved in life, or the sustaining of life. (more)
Pregnancy is a wonderful time in a woman’s life. One aspect of child-bearing, however, may not be so welcomed. (more)
At the onslaught of puberty, many teens suffer from various radical changes - physical, physiological, emotional.. you name it! Of course, one of the most apparent transformations is that of the phys... (more)
Treatments of Crohn’s Disease are primarily limited to medication and surgery. (more)
Healthy fitness guru joins doctors, educators, coaches, event organizers, and others in urging young people to do things the old-fashioned way…with diet and exercise. (more)
Psoriasis is a skin disease that is constant and never ending. It can be recognized by red patches of skin that are covered with white scales. People with Psoriasis usually have this red scaling look... (more)
Could improving your sleep lessen the symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)? (more)
A long time ago, in the country far, far away, a young boy decided he wanted to change his stars for good. He decided that bodybuilding would be his ticket to the top and starts pumping iron. He ... (more)
It seems that almost everyone we meet suffers from an allergy of some kind or knows of someone who does…perhaps it is because of the amount of chemicals we use in this modern era…perhaps it is that modern conveniences such as air conditioning or fans can more efficiently distribute the harmful allergens throughout our society. (more)
The Chinese discovered ephedra in the form of the Ma Huang plant more than 5,000 years ago and it is the basis of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The Chinese have long used ephedra to treat colds and f... (more)
The primary goal for Crohn's Disease treatment is to control inflammation in the digestive system. Because most of the symptoms are a result of the swelling, most of the negative effects of the ... (more)
Sarah is a pregnant mother of three who continues to breast-feed her 18-month-old. After each of her pregnancies, she has had difficulty losing weight. With all of her responsibilities, weight loss ... (more)
Ever heard of vocal cord dysfunction? Not many have. Vocal cord dysfunction is a respiratory condition characterized by adduction of the vocal cords. The result is a limitation of airflow at the lev... (more)
Are you ready for a picture of the preparation of cows and chickens before they make it to your dinner table? The calves are born to mothers who have pesticide tags stuck in their ears for flies. (more)
There seems to be an endless stream of idiotic things professional athletes do. I guess if you put a bunch of young men together, give them a boat-load of money and lots of free time, what can you ex... (more)
The medication available to treat Crohn’s disease is fairly abundant; although, there are basically four categories. Symptom relief drugs, anti-inflammatory drugs, immune system suppressors, and... (more)
Keloids are abnormal overgrowths of fibrous tissue that happen when the skin has been hurted. Keloids are asymptomatic, but in some cases may cause disfigurement and cosmetic concern. Occasionally, ... (more)
20 million people in the United Stated have asthma, a chronic respiratory disease that makes it impossible for them to take breathing for granted. (more)
You might have heard of insulin in connection with the disease known as diabetes. Still, you might be curious about insulin—what it means for the body and what can happen if the body does not produc... (more)
