Vasculitis is a group of inflammatory disorders that affect the blood vessels. Vasculitis can affect both small or large arteries. This includes major blood vessels like the aorta, as well as capillaries, medium-sized veins. Or it can include a combination of different sized blood vessels. In some cases, vasculitis causes only a portion of an…
EWG sunscreen ratings serve as a lifeline for people who want to use sunscreen without all of the toxic ingredients. For more than a decade, EWG (the non-profit Environmental Working Group) takes on the annual task of sifting through sunscreen label claims, ingredient lists and scientific studies analyzing what's really in those sunblock bottles. I know I'm…
Maybe you’ve hit a rut in your workout routine or need some #fitspo to try something new. Whatever the case, these 50 fitness influencers fit the bill are a mix of personal trainers, fitness instructors, workout gurus and professional athletes can inspire you to step up your workouts, lose weight fast and give you some…
Nearly 800,000 people in the United States each year have a stroke, resulting in 160,000 deaths from stroke-related causes according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Strokes. This makes stroke the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. In addition, strokes are the leading cause of serious long-term adult disability; over…
While kinesiology tape and other "athletic tapes" have been around for many years, recently they've gained a lot of attention as famous athletes have begun using the technique to deal with injuries and to support their training. For example, "star athletes" and Olympians including David Beckham, Lance Armstrong, Serena Williams and Kerri Walsh have all…
Most of us don't ever think of our bones as being "living tissue." But the cells, nerves, blood vessels and minerals that make up our bones are, in fact, always renewing themselves. It's estimated that around 10 million people living in the U.S. alone currently have osteoporosis, and somewhere between three to five times this…
Reflexology is a 4,000-year-old healing art that has only a few medically backed studies to prove it's benefits but has a large amount of personal testimonies praising it's worth. One of the most significant studies on reflexology was published in the journal of Multiple Sclerosis and found that "specific reflexology treatment was of benefit in alleviating motor, sensory…
Using hand sanitizers like they're going out of style (unfortunately, they're not) and popping antibiotics at the very first sign of an illness. Yes, without knowing it, many people practice antibacterial overkill. Although the dangers of antibiotics are becoming more known today, many people remain confused or misinformed about when and when not to take prescription…
I’m going to ask you to do something painful right now: think back to hitting puberty. Ouch. This is often an awkward time to look back on, as you recall adjusting to the changes in your body, developing an interest in dating and comparing yourself to friends. For most of us, the onset of puberty…
How much sugar per day do Americans consume? Today, the average adult living in the U.S. consumes about 22 teaspoons of added sugars every single day, including from hidden sugar foods they might actually believe are "healthy." Compare this to the amount of added sugar recommended by authorities such as the World Health Organization and…
