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Can Good Posture Ease Depression Symptoms?
Do yourself a favor right now, and sit up a little straighter in your chair, on your couch or wherever may be. Take notice of how it makes you feel. Previous research has shown that good posture can offer a self-esteem boost, while increasing positive mood states....
Flight Attendants’ Tips to Recover From Jet Lag
It's nice that you can traverse the globe in the same amount of time it took to ride from New York to Chicago a hundred years ago. But train travelers never knew the words "deep vein thrombosis." Swollen legs, blood clots, jet lag, nasty colds, and general meh-ness...
How much of the spine is made up of cartilage?
One quarter of the spine’s length is made up from cartilage.
Five natural remedies to fight seasonal affect disorder
Technically, winter lasts from late December to late March, but sometimes it can feel much longer. After the hustle and bustle of the holidays has faded away, we’re left with nothing but short, dark days and constant cold. This uncomfortable combo often leaves people...
What Your Cravings Mean
Who hasn’t experienced the overwhelming desire to eat something specific, whether it be chocolate, potato chips, a burger, or some other food? We’ve all experienced cravings, but we should be careful about the way in which we satisfy them. By understanding what your...
How does protein consumption affect your liver?
Your body needs protein, but consume too much protein and it will build up in your liver and interfere with your brain function. To determine how many grams of protein you should eat daily divide your weight by two. For example at 130 pounds you should only consumer...
Hangover Survival Guide: 8 Strategies
Before you start in on the champagne or your adult beverage of choice, get prepared with these strategies to keep the morning-after hangover at bay. Before: Chug, chug, chug! Start early and keep knocking it back all night—we’re talking about water, of course....
True or False: Taking care of your teeth can impact your heart health
True: Developing gum disease can increase risks of heart attack or stroke by 50%. So be sure to brush your teeth after your Valentine's Day treats!
Potent Compounds Discovered to Treat Pain and Inflammation
What’s the first thing you think of when I mention the herb “sage”? Perhaps it’s Thanksgiving dinner or stuffing, or maybe even roasted potatoes. Chances are that most people don’t think of potent natural medicine for pain and inflammation, but perhaps recent research...
What puts more pressure on your lumbar discs, sitting or standing?
Sitting puts anywhere between 50-100% more pressure on the lumbar discs depending on your posture. The more hunched forward you are, the greater the pressure on the discs, which is never a good thing!