Stevie Compango, CNSC, CPT 
When you visit a doctor, you assume they’re giving you the best and most accurate information possible. Usually, that’s true — but misdiagnoses happen. In fact, diseases often misdiagnosed can cause 800,000 deaths and serious disabilities in the United States alone. Misdiagnosed medical conditions can be very dangerous indeed, especially if treatment is delayed or … Read more
Developing an effective exercise routine is a huge part of your overall health and focuses on many different unique factors. For example, an intense workout plan like high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help you exercise more effectively, reduce body fat, balance your heart rate, improve your blood pressure, and make it easier to keep your … Read more
According to Grand View Research, diet sodas have increased in popularity over the years, likely hitting over 2 billion in sales by 2025. Increasing interest in healthier eating has inspired many people to switch to diet soda to lose weight and minimize their sugar intake. However, there’s a common refrain among those trying this switch: … Read more
In today’s world, there are thousands of different food options available in every supermarket, including very healthy fruits, vegetables, dairy, and whole grain ingredients. Eating healthy meals — such as a healthy and balanced stir fry with lots of vegetables and low-fat protein — can fight diseases like type 2 diabetes, cancer, and immune disorders … Read more
They say that health is wealth, and self-care is health care. As we live in a day and age where anxiety and stress about just getting through the day is a pervasive part of the lives of three out of four Americans, mood-boosting activities can help us preserve our health. It is not just a … Read more
It is estimated that bursitis after hip replacement occurs in 3 to 17 percent of the population, causing chronic pain and significantly impacting the quality of life of the patient. Bursitis occurs when the small pads between the joints and tendons called bursa become inflamed. Bursae sacs are found in many joints, including the knees, … Read more
If you are pondering the question “can adults get braces” the answer is yes. Numerous studies show that more and more adults are getting braces today. Braces in adults can be performed for many reasons, with many of them being reasons connected to dental health, and others simply to improve a smile for personal or … Read more
It is a popular trend to look into ways to detox your liver, but you have to be careful about how you do it. There are many fix-alls touted as liver-cleansing methods that can be very tempting to try. And, liver cleansing is important. Having a roster of liver health tips at your disposal will … Read more
It is estimated that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) impacts approximately 18 million people all over the world. Of those, 90 percent will experience rheumatoid arthritis foot pain. That is because, in many people with RA, the foot will be the first place of the body where RA will begin to show. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in … Read more
To some, it may seem that those who appear to have perfect posture can do so seamlessly and easily. They carry themselves with grace and dignity and have good posture everywhere they go. But in most cases, good posture or having the perfect posture form takes practice and mindfulness of your every movement when you … Read more
You might hear the urban myths that say you can’t get ripped after 50 because you don’t have the stamina or muscle strength that you used to, but those aren’t real. Even worse, you may even tell yourself some of those myths yourself. But they are called myths for a reason. The truth is that … Read more
High blood pressure is a serious health problem that impacts millions of people and, according to the CDC, costs the nation $131 billion every year. Though blood pressure medicines may help many people with severe conditions, natural therapies may provide even more benefits. Why? Well, they cut out heavy medicine intake and effectively lower your … Read more
Nerve pain is often referred to as neuralgia, and when it happens in your big toe, it is awful. A nerve pain big toe feeling is a dreadful nightmare to have to live through because you are walking in pain all day, every day. At the same time, big toe nerve pain is very difficult … Read more
Vitamin D is a vital nutrient that helps fight diseases, improve mood, reduce depression, support weight loss, and improve energy levels. However, more than one source has discovered that a vitamin D deficient state is common for most people. Many are calling it a silent epidemic that needs to be managed to avoid serious long-term … Read more
Once someone starts a foot care routine, they don’t want to stop. If you don’t have one, you don’t know that yet. A foot care routine goes beyond keeping your feet clean, healthy, and pretty. It makes you feel good and makes your whole body feel good. You need to have healthy feet in order … Read more
Blood pressure is the component in the human body that measures how much pressure your blood is putting against the arteries and the veins in your body. Generally speaking, it measures a systolic pressure reading with a diastolic pressure reading to come to a total blood pressure reading. High blood pressure is a serious health … Read more
It is estimated that over 1.5 billion people in the world are looking for ways to find relief from chronic pain. Pain is said to be among the most common reasons that Americans go on long-term disability from work, and impacts 1 in 3 Americans. The definition of chronic pain is that it is pain … Read more
Fatigue is a medical condition that is becoming a way of life in this fast-paced world. Since the pandemic, more and more studies are being conducted on fatigue and its impact on society. Some of this has to do with the pandemic illness itself, but the presence of fatigue in your daily life is pervasive … Read more
The phrase aging gracefully means so many different things. It can be an incredible compliment, but to those who are aging, it can be a terrifying phrase. The very thought of aging makes us think that we are losing something, or many things, in our lives. This isn’t a small deal. It can lead to … Read more
It is estimated that as many as 6.7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s and that three-quarters of those people are over the age of 75. When someone begins to forget things in daily life, it will be called forgetfulness or something more. There are different kinds of forgetfulness, with extreme cases of forgetfulness being referred to … Read more