Though we may not think of it, the heart is actually a muscle. Like the muscles in our arms, legs and chest, the heart needs regular exercise in order to fire on all cylinders. Listed below are some exercises that ...
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Three Genetic (and Rare) Heart Disorders
When it comes to heart problems, people generally think of such conditions as cardiovascular disease and atherosclerosis. Some people, however, must live with rare genetic disorders of the heart. Three of these disorders are further detailed below: Familial Dilated ...
Read More »What a Shock! Sharpening the Mind with Electricity
Learning and retaining new information is one of the most crucial tasks the brain must perform. Unfortunately, such actions are often easier said than done, especially among those who are in the grip of cognitive decline. A recent report indicates ...
Read More »Gaining Control of the Body with Biofeedback
What do your heart rate, skin temperature and blood pressure all have in common? They are all automatic functions controlled by the nervous system. In other words, they are bodily processes that don’t require conscious thought. Though we never think ...
Read More »Massage Therapy and Arthritis: A Swedish Solution?
As the number of elderly and middle-aged Americans continues to grow, so does the prevalence of osteoarthritis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, roughly 52.5 million adults have been diagnosed with some form of arthritis. By the ...
Read More »Therapy or Surgery? Weighing the Best Option for Meniscus Tears
Every so often, you may hear about a professional athlete injuring their meniscus. A C-shaped layer of cartilage buffering the thighbone and shinbone, the meniscus represents an indispensable cog in the knee joint. Given its importance, meniscus tears are rightfully ...
Read More »5 Hot Flash Triggers
Hot flashes are a common occurrence for women during menopause. In fact, it is estimated that this issue affects roughly three-fourths of women their menopausal period. Fortunately, avoiding the following triggers can help preempt hot flash flare-ups. #1 Spicy Foods ...
Read More »Why Neglecting Your Teeth Could Harm Your Body… and Mind
The consequence of poor dental hygiene are obvious ‒ each year, numerous people visit their dentists to receive fillings, dental crowns and to even undergo root canals. Moreover, a recent study has found that dental issues can also take their ...
Read More »Taking a Closer Look at Cavities
Though health officials constantly stress the need for rigorous dental hygiene, many people fail to heed this advice. Consequently, dentists spend many of their working hours filling in their patients’ cavities. Since cavities are so common, a number of myths ...
Read More »A Sensitive Subject: Bouncing Back from Groin Pulls
You don’t have to be an avid sports fan to know that injuries are a common occurrence among professional athletes. The groin muscles are one such area of the body that is prone to sports-related wear and tear. Moving In ...
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