Testosterone is a natural human hormone that plays a key role in the growth and performance of muscles. It also helps the body process stored fat, helps bolster the heart, affects mood and general energy levels, and can even affect how insulin will work within the body. Testosterone also plays a role in sexual libido. […]
Doctors often encourage us to eat a healthy diet and get regular exercise to maintain proper body weight. They also commonly say we should consult a doctor before embarking on a weight loss program. People who attempt to go on a crash diet can sometimes learn firsthand why this is so. Drastic swings in weight, […]
Milk seems to be getting the bad rap that eggs once did. People are rejecting milk and replacing it with all kinds of other milk alternatives. More often than not milk is not your enemy. There are a small number of individuals that are allergic or intolerant to milk protein and lactose. […]
The cannabis plant consists of two genetically distinct species, Hemp and Marijuana, each with different cultivation techniques, chemical properties, and use. Throughout history, civilization has found both species to be beneficial with archeological evidence leading many to believe that cannabis may have been one of humanity’s first agriculture crops.
There are a number of health concerns that can develop with age. One of the more common ones is problems with vision. As we enter our forties, a condition called presbyopia can occur which can begin to reduce or even eliminate our ability to focus our eyes correctly. A patient with presbyopia is less able […]
Whether you describe it as mental fatigue, memory problems or lack of ability to concentrate, brain fog, as it is otherwise known, is a common condition that effects many people at various points in their lives. There are many causes of brain fog, but there are some that are more common than others. Chronic stress […]
There’s a difference between listening to words and hearing what goes on in someone’s head and heart as they talk. The latter signifies empathy, a component of emotional intelligence, wherein you understand not only what the person’s words, but also their perspective. This quality can lead to a breakthrough in conflict resolution.
Medical researchers, in cooperation with technical and social media workers, have created a new app for Facebook that may be able to help ease the burden many people face when providing care to loved ones suffering form Alzheimer’s Disease. Working out of Purdue University in Indianapolis, a core campus that is part of the Indiana […]
If you want to not just look your best, but feel your best, taking care of your skin is an important step toward that goal. General good health is definitely essential, but even someone who exercises and maintains a healthy diet can struggle to look as fabulous as they feel. Skincare is essential to putting […]
Pre-eclampsia is a common complication of pregnancy. A woman who has pre-eclampsia suffers from a very high blood pressure, which places enormous stress on her cardiovascular system. The heart, kidneys, and other internal organs can suffer damage from the abnormal blood pressure, and the condition can be fatal. About fifteen percent of all fatalities in […]
