Credit: PR Image Factory / Shutterstock Crank up the intensity and the results. When it’s time to hit the gym, most people instinctively gravitate toward hitting the weights. That’s certainly an understandable course of action, since weight training plays a role in everything from muscle-building and strength gains to fat-burning and even heart health. However,
The first peer-reviewed study on the effects of multiple vaccines at once was published this week. Guest post by Brenda Baletti, Ph.D. “If safety signals sounded alarms, the results would be deafening,” said Karl Jablonowski, Ph.D., senior research scientist at Children’s Health Defense (CHD), co-author along with CHD Chief Scientific Officer Brian Hooker, Ph.D., of a
Protein is one of the macronutrients you need to get from your diet. Macronutrients are food components that your body needs in large amounts. Together with carbohydrates and fats, protein also serves as an energy source for your body, aside from fulfilling other important functions. Proteins are made up of amino acids, which are needed for the growth
Advanced Dips for Advanced Lifters If the standard dip is too easy for you, try these tough variations and pack some size onto your upper body. Dips build impressive upper bodies. If you’ve got the mobility and use good technique, there’s no reason to avoid them. Here are five variations to make dips even better.
Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE On average, people check their smartphones 150 times a day, or every six minutes, 46% say they couldn’t live without them and many prefer texting over real-life conversations Experts say that without time away from your phone, your nervous system stays in fight-or-flight mode, making you both wired and
Black Seed Oil Benefits The healing properties of black seed (Nigella sativa) oil have been known for thousands of years. It has been used both orally and topically fight disease in many different practices of medicine through-out the ages. In our modern times its actions and efficacy is increasingly backed by solid scientific understanding and an evidence
In a world where depression affects millions, a powerful ally in the fight against this mental health crisis may be found in an unexpected place–the gym. High-intensity interval training (HIIT), a popular workout method, has shown promise in alleviating depressive symptoms, offering hope for those seeking a natural, drug-free approach to managing their mental well-being.
Celery (Apium graveolens) is a low-calorie vegetable with long, fibrous stalks that you can eat raw or cooked. Despite its high water content, celery packs a nutritious punch and provides potent antioxidants that give it two remarkable health-supporting properties. According to animal and human studies, eating celery can help lower your blood pressure naturally and also
For the millions worldwide suffering from ulcerative colitis, finding safe and effective treatments can be a daunting task. While conventional medications remain the mainstay of therapy, a growing number of patients are turning to herbal medicines for additional support. Now, a new systematic review and meta-analysis has shed light on which botanical treatments hold the
Turmeric and black pepper are noteworthy for their stand-alone health benefits. But when combined, this dynamic duo becomes a powerhouse of healing. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has substantial amounts of the plant compound curcumin. This phytochemical is a strong antioxidant that also boasts of being able to fight inflammation, bacteria and fungi. But this bright yellow spice
