You know that eating too much sugar isn’t good for you. Researchers reported in 2016 that consumption of added sugars is associated with an increased risk of a variety of chronic diseases, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), as well as cognitive decline and even ...

Laura figured it was just a rash. Her skin had been dry lately, and she had allergies. She must have touched something she shouldn’t have, or maybe her laundry detergent was bothering her. She shrugged it off, but the next day, it was worse. She checked in the mirror and ...

As you age, it becomes increasingly important to maintain your strength in the core muscles associated with stability and balance. Core strength is not only essential for many everyday tasks but is also a key to reducing the risk of falling. Spending just a few minutes each day on some ...

Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. In fact, it is estimated that as much as 80% of the population will experience back pain at some point. Not surprisingly, we receive countless questions from followers of Exercises For Injuries asking us how to relieve and eliminate back pain. ...

Do you have trouble saying no? Many people do. If your default answer is yes anytime a friend, family member or co-worker asks you for help, you might be a bit of a people pleaser. If you find yourself feeling exhausted from putting other people’s needs ahead of your own, ...

Janine knew that something wasn’t right. She felt more tired than usual, and even when she got a good night’s sleep, she woke up fatigued. She tried to pass it off as the result of too many months of hard work, but then one Sunday while working in the yard, ...

Do you have a resistance band gathering dust at home? Resistance tubing is an extremely effective and versatile exercise tool. Resistance bands can be thrown in your bag if you are traveling or need to exercise on the go. Bands and tubing come in different levels of resistance, so you ...

Tight hips and hip pain are among the most common complaints from people of all ages. In a time where many of us sit for most of the day, our hips have paid the price. Sitting for prolonged periods of time leads to shortened hip flexor muscles that pull you ...

I'm sure you've been told that cranberry juice is healthy for you. It can help reduce your risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs), protect heart health, and even keep your teeth plaque-free. In this article, we examine the real scientific evidence behind the humble cranberry and how it may benefit ...

Hot yoga is a form of yoga done under hot and humid conditions. Various modes of hot yoga, such as Bikram and Modo yoga, have become increasingly popular in recent years. It was estimated that 36 million Americans practiced some form of yoga in 2016, up from 20.4 million in ...