Everyone is concerned about the Ebola virus these days and rightly so. According to the World Health Organization, the virus infecting and killing people in West Africa is the worst recorded outbreak. Some things that can be done to help control the Ebola crisis would be to deploy more health care workers and open new treatment centers in those countries that are affected the most. […]

Are you a person who struggles with their weight? If you are currently 100 pounds overweight and suffer from a number of weight-related issues such as arthritis, heart disease, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, or infertility, there may be an option for you: bariatric surgery. What is bariatric surgery? It is a number of different procedures designed to treat people who suffer from morbid obesity […]

The knee is the largest joint in the human body, and the one that we use the most. It contains many components – bone, muscle, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons – that work in concert to keep this part of the leg functioning. When this delicate system is thrown off, it can cause major pain and long-term mobility problems. Unfortunately, these maladies often require the intervention […]

Greens are super foods. Just to name a few: arugula, kale, lettuce, spinach, collard greens, swiss chard, etc. Leafy greens are full of vitamins, minerals (such as iron, potassium and calcium) and disease-fighting elements. They are rich in fiber that helps keep you full longer. Also, leafy greens contain a lot of water so you can stay hydrated. And they contribute to a healthy skin […]

any people think that the process of breathing happens automatically and so, we cannot do much about it to enhance our health. On the contrary, if we learn to breathe in the right manner, we can certainly add more ‘life’ to our life. Among all the nutrients we need, oxygen is the most essential. Breathing is the process through which we get the required oxygen […]

Dealing with pain can be very difficult. Whether it is muscular pain, joint pain, or pain from tension or stress, it can make living life more difficult. Everyday tasks might take more effort or time. A good night’s sleep may be difficult to achieve. Work, school, and other crucial activities can become unbearable or even impossible. Fortunately, in this new age with increased access to […]

While it’s never advisable to withhold any kind of information from a medical professional, when it comes to your cardiologist, keeping secrets can actually be fatal. If you are not as forthcoming as possible with your heart doctor, he or she will not be able to plan the most effective course of treatment. These are just some of the things you need to make sure […]

Eating healthy is easier said than done especially in modern living. We say so because of the busy lifestyles people lead today. It makes it harder and harder for most to enjoy self-prepared meals forcing one to go for ready meal packets. What you eat has a direct effect on just how healthy you are. The truth is that the failure to have an eating […]