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Whether you're brand new to working out or you're a seasoned athlete, we can all benefit from stretching. Adding just 5-10 minutes of it to a daily routine can do incredible things for the body. Let’s take a look at 10 potential benefits. The Top 10 Benefits of Stretching Stretching should play a key role in every workout program. Here are the top 10 reasons that we all should take the time to stretch:...
10/15/2020 7:00:00 AM
Many of us get stomach aches from time to time. And in general, having a stomach ache could come from eating too much or eating the wrong foods, but it could also be something more serious like cancer or an obstruction. So how do you know, and when should you be worried?When is Abdominal Pain Serious?All abdominal pain is not created equal. It’s important to know which types of stomach pains are worrisome....
10/15/2020 7:00:00 AM
A strong, stable core helps with balance and overall strength, and lunges are a good way to add core strength. I fact, lunges are a great exercise for strong legs and a firm booty, but doing them wrong won’t provide the results you're probably looking for. You might even risk injury if your form isn’t right or you’ve been given bad advice. Are you doing those lunges wrong? How can you correct your...
10/13/2020 6:58:57 PM
Psoriasis is an auto-immune disorder that affects millions. Psoriasis may cause plaques, flaking, itching, skin shedding and general discomfort. It might affect only a small area, or involve nearly the entire skin surface. Coping With the Physical Effects of Psoriasis Among the biggest challenges of living with psoriasis is keeping the condition under control and reducing flares. There are a lot of...
10/13/2020 5:49:57 PM
The risks of developing COVID-19 appear to vary by the person, but it seems that blood type may play some role. Researchers are still trying to pin down why exactly such a disproportionate number of people with type-O blood are testing negative for the deadly virus after exposure, but they do have a couple of ideas. We have the details. Blood Type and Coronavirus In June of 2020, Chinese researchers...
10/12/2020 5:52:14 PM
Amid the ongoing debate over the effectiveness of face masks, another movement has taken hold: people who have tossed their masks and replaced them with plastic face shields. A good amount of science backs using masks to reduce pandemic spread, but the face shield method might not offer as much protection as users think. Why Might Some People Use a Shield? Some people have chosen to use face shields...
10/8/2020 8:15:17 PM
Based on infection and mortality numbers, many people are (rightfully) concerned about contracting COVID-19 and living through the experience. But a growing number of survivors are proving there may be more to worry about than just survival as they are now facing long-term challenges. A condition called post-viral syndrome has many health professionals concerned. Here's what that looks like.What is...
10/7/2020 7:00:00 AM
We make decisions under the belief that we've weighed all of the risks and benefits carefully, but our judgments aren’t always as sound as we think. We misjudge the level of risk we’re taking all the time, especially when we’re under stress or don’t have enough information. One reason for these mistakes could be a set of thinking errors called cognitive distortions. Here's why this happens. Risk and...
10/6/2020 7:09:58 PM
COVID-19 gets the door prize for infection with the most surprises. It seems no matter how many answers experts find, the questions keep piling up, but we may have finally turned the corner. New research is shedding greater light on the reasons some people get so much sicker than others, and that could mean good news for future treatment options. What are “Bradykinin Storms”? One reason COVID-19 is...
10/5/2020 5:13:31 PM
Spices change the flavor profile of foods, making them aromatic and bringing them to life. Without spices our favorite dishes wouldn't even resemble the tastes we love. But many don't realize that when they add spices, they do more than alter the flavor profile. They may even be altering the purpose of that food. Spices may even help us live healthier lives. Garlic Adds Zest and a Wealth Of Nutrition...
10/5/2020 4:12:12 PM
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