Based on new research from Technische Universität Dresden, researchers established a connection between the development of chronic lower back pain and workload, job control, and perceived lack of social support. Chronic back pain, which is defined as any pain occurring on the spine or back that lasts between four and 12 weeks, affects just about read more…
Study Finds Micromanagement is Destroying Your Back
The Correlation Between Alzheimer’s and Trans Fat
According to a new study published in the Journal of Neurology, people with higher levels of trans fat in their blood may be 50% to 75% more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. “This study demonstrates there are negative brain/cognitive outcomes, in addition to the known cardiovascular outcomes, that are related to a diet read more…
Ultra-processed foods are bad for your health
Two separate studies published recently in “The BMJ” link eating the popular factory-made foods that have been ultra-processed with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and an increased risk of early death. While a direct cause-effect relationship has yet to be established, the researchers of both studies note that previous studies have associated highly processed read more…
Neck pain caused by texting is on the rise
Texting on your phone or typing on the computer, it can all be a pain in the neck–literally. In fact, pain in your neck caused by spending too much time on your device is a real ailment called “text neck” and it’s becoming more common. Doctors say the reason for this is because the average person read more…
What is the best position for sleeping?
Sleep better by having a good bed time routine, watching your diet, and avoiding back pain-causing mattresses. One of the best ways to make sure you get a good night’s rest is to change your sleep position. What is the best sleep position for your overall health? Sleep is crucial for your overall health and well read more…
A Mission to Reduce Statin Use for Cholesterol
Adapted from CNN. High cholesterol? Here’s a pill. High blood pressure? Here’s two pills. High blood sugar? Here’s two pills, at least one is a statin, as well as an injection. This is what many doctors routinely do without ever addressing why the cholesterol, blood pressure or blood sugar is abnormal in the first place. But read more…
Ultra-Processed Food Linked to Cancer
According to a new study, processed snacks, drinks and desserts may be associated with a higher risk of cancer. The research, published in The British Medical Journal, focused on ultra-processed foods – those which tend to be high in fat, saturated fat, sugar and salt. In a past research study, it was found that found that read more…
Shorten Your Cold With Zinc
According to seven randomized trials with zinc acetate and zinc gluconate lozenges found that the duration of colds were shortened on average by 33%. However, according to a meta-analysis published in Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine Open, the type of type of zinc lozenges you use doesn’t really matter. Zinc lozenges appear to read more…
7 Ways To Detox This Holiday Season
Oh the holidays! You either love them or hate them. There is rarely any gray area. But, one thing is almost certain, everybody feels sluggish after the holidays are over. Thanks to all the cookies and milk, cakes and candy. And, most people feel the same way about dieting as they do about the holidays read more…
Reduce Inflammation by Following the Dr. Weil Food Pyramid
Reducing inflammation is easier than you think. Here we explore Dr. Weil’s Anti-Inflammatory Diet. By eating these foods, you lower your risk of inflammation and improve your overall health. You can also augment these options with a glutathione supplement to help boost the effects. Healthy Sweets, use them sparingly. Healthy Choices: Unsweetened dried fruit, dark read more…