When we think of cities, we often imagine concrete and building development; not gardens and farms. Nowhere is the typical image of a big concrete jungle of a city more prominently represented in the minds of many than when you mention Detroit. The city used to be a metropolitan mecca, with nearly two million inhabitants […]
A chronic condition some people can be afflicted by is allergies. When someone has an allergy, it means their immune system is compromised to some extent. A normal immune system response reacts against things that pose real danger, such as bacteria, infectious substances, and viruses. Allergic immune system responses see the response being targeted on […]
In today’s America, when your employment ends and you’re faced with losing your healthcare coverage, there are generally only two options to select from. First, you can go with the COBRA act and pick up the tab for your previously employer supported healthcare coverage yourself. Or you can turn to the Affordable Care Act’s state […]
The Evening Primrose Oil is a gorgeous flower. A night blooming plant, the flowers open in the evening. When harvested and processed, their seeds can be a good source of omega-6 fatty acids. The Evening Primrose Oil is typically used in the treatment of a number of medical concerns. These include migraine headaches, fatigue such […]
Concussions and CTE What You Need to Know 6 Part Series Part 2 … Part 1 is here Part one covered concussion, risks leading to it and preventive measures. However, often with all the required precautions taken carefully, concussions still occur. So, you need to know how to identify and deal with […]
While most people know Alzheimer’s disease can significantly affect memory and cognitive functions, not as well publicized is that Alzheimer’s is actually the number six cause of death in America. It’s also the only medical condition that’s currently incurable that’s on the World Health Organization’s top ten list of causes of death. Currently, Alzheimer’s cause […]
While it might feel difficult and beyond our grasp when insomnia strikes, there are some simple tips that can help us control when and how well we can sleep. Healthy sleep habits can be critical in whether or not we toss and turn, or get a good and productive period of sleep over the course […]
The definition of chronic fatigue syndrome has two criteria. First, severe fatigue that persists for six months or longer without a discernible diagnostic cause. And the chronic fatigue is not relieved with rest, even significant amounts of rest. Within the last three years, a proposal from the Institute of Medicine has offered a new name […]
Directional Fitness is having a God-given LifeWork and making a conscious choice to pursue it.
Some people have a compulsive tendency, obsession really, at biting and picking their nails. For many, it starts as a simple reaction to stress. But over time, the habit can evolve into something more, and something that is difficult to either notice or prevent from happening. For onlookers it often seems like a simple lack […]
