Month: March 2018

Totally Fit Spark Plug: Plantar Fasciitis and Impulsive Decisions

Hey Champion, Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain in runners, eventually affecting 10 percent of the running community. While running, the plantar fascia works with the Achilles tendon to store and return energy.

Totally Fit Spark Plug – Protein-Based Hormone and Speaking Truth

Hey Champion, Adiponectin is a small protein produced in fat cells — but is also a hormone.

Research Highlights Need for Better Support for Thousands of Informal Dementia Carers

Dementia is an illness that affects many families across the globe, both with the sickness of the love one and for the stress and strain it places on the care givers research shows. The research highlighted suggests that the knowledge gap for the care givers and their broader knowledge of the issue at hand is […]

Au Revoir, Almond Milk. There’s A New Dairy-Free Darling In Town

Oat milk has become the newest non-dairy milk replacement in the United States. It’s foamy texture provides a suitable milk substitute for things like lattes, has health benefits, and is vegan-friendly. Oat milk is a great source of soluble fiber, is good for people with high cholesterol, and aids in digestion and regulating blood sugar. […]

How to Choose a Mattress

Choosing a new mattress can be stressful, but this list will tell you the best way to choose a new one, if needed. To begin, if your mattress is eight years old or more, it is probably time to get a new one. If you wake up in pain or can’t get a good night’s […]

The Case For Eating Cheese Daily Is Now Stronger Than Ever

There is good news on the way for all the people out there that love cheese. According to research, people that eat cheese are healthier than those that do not. According to researchers in China, 40 grams of cheese per day can reduce heart disease by 14%. Another study showed that it lowers the risk […]

The Science of Cells that Never Get Old | Elizabeth Blackburn

Cellular biology focuses on the building blocks of larger organisms; cells and what comprises them. Most of us blunder through life never thinking of the literal little things, but they’re everywhere and are crucial to how everything works. Even pond scum. Cells start out singularly; just the one. But cells divide, harnessing the power of […]

Alzheimer’s Research—Intracellular Calcium Store Malfunction Leads to Brain Hyperactivity

Cognitive problems are a common issue that comes with advancing age. The elderly are the most likely to succumb to dementia, usually via Alzheimer’s Disease. Once dementia has set in, patients will face steadily worsening deficiencies in their ability to think and learn, to communicate with others, and even to maintain their regular daily life […]

Men working out in gym

The 5 Most Popular Supplements Right Now, Explained

There are many supplements out there for people looking to gain muscle, and the following are the biggest ones right now. First, we have pre-workout supplements. These are taken 30 minutes prior to working out and contain a mixture of minerals for boosting energy and building muscle. Specifically, when choosing a pre-workout supplement, you should […]

Here’s Why Sleeping With Your Dog Is Actually Good For You

Should you allow your dog in your bedroom, in your bed?   Could it hurt your sleep?   There is good news for all the dog lovers out there. The Mayo Clinic looked at 40 adults who either slept with their dog in their bedroom or even on their bed and this is what was […]