Empower Your Wellness Journey
31 Million More Americans Are About To Have High Blood Pressure
Since 2003, fans throughout the world have enjoyed Ralphie May’s comedy. On October 6, at his home in Las Vegas, May, only 45 years old, was pronounced dead. His death was originally ruled to be the result of an illness, as May was battling pneumonia at the time, but it was later…
Drug Used for Alzheimer’s Patients May Treat Cavities Too?
Cavities are extremely common in children all the way up to adults. In fact, 60% to 90% of school-age children and nearly 100% of adults worldwide have dental cavities. Many people are familiar with the standard process of drilling just to treat a cavity. However, that process may soon be a thing…
Could Exercise Hold The Key To Dementia Prevention?
Currently, more than 5 million people in the U.S. are living with Alzheimer’s, a disease which accounts for up to 80% of all dementia diagnoses. While there is no cure for this condition and scientists aren’t exactly sure what causes someone to develop it, a new study has found that…
Gluten Free Power Breakfast Is ‘Like Oatmeal, But Better’
Today, there are 3.1 million Americans who follow a gluten-free diet. Of those 3.1 million, however, roughly 72% are classified as people without celiac disease yet still avoiding gluten (PWAGs). Whether an individual needs to avoid gluten because of health issues or not, the popularity of this new diet is…
Fall Related Hip Fractures In Elderly: Throw Rugs To Blame?
A new study suggests one of the most common causes of falls resulting in hip fractures for elderly individuals is throw rugs. In fact, every 11 seconds, an elderly person receives emergency room treatment for injuries sustained in a fall. This situation cannot go unattended. At least that is the…
Study: Why Hot Tubs Should be Utilized Following Intense Activity Instead of Ice Baths
Often times after runners take part in a race or a marathon, they tend to hop right into an ice bath to relax their muscles. However, a new study says that ice baths shouldn’t be taken and that runners should take a soak in a hot tub instead. According to…