The dreaded “C” word strikes fear into even the hardiest of souls, and for good reason. Cancer is one of an ever-declining group of health scares that resists a cure. Sure, early detection strategies are improving and rates of remission continue to climb with many types of cancer, but it’s still one of the few […]
Protein is all the craze these days, and for good reason: it helps build lean muscle, assists in muscle recovery, reduces hunger cravings, and helps maintain a healthy weight. What’s more, including protein in your diet in adequate amounts means you’re not filling your plate with too many carbs – particularly the refined variety. While […]
We know exercise is good for the heart – but new research suggests it’s even more beneficial for people suffering from anxiety or depression. How much better? How about double the benefit. That’s significant because anxiety/depression isn’t going away; in fact, evidence suggests it’s increased dramatically since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers analyzed […]
We can debate the necessity of spine surgery until the proverbial cows come home, but a few concerning realities are becoming apparent: it’s performed far too frequently and it doesn’t mean your pain will go away. In terms of the latter point, a recent study in the peer-reviewed journal Pain found that patients who took […]
New research sheds light on why exercise is so beneficial for weight loss: in addition to the other weight-loss benefits listed above, it actually reduces food cravings
