Today, it seems that people are willing to try any health trend that comes along, no matter how odd it sounds. From eating only plants to eating only meat, from juice cleanses to detoxes…it can seem like every diet promises to promote health, lose weight, and improve fitness. Many dietary strategies, however, don’t focus on what you […]
If you’ve been working from home (WFH) and have noticed that your joints and muscles are a bit stiffer than usual, this 5-minute stretch routine can help you warm them up and get them moving.* This routine is also for you if you’ve been on a Netflix show marathon! 😉 Here’s what you’ll need: […]
Zinc is a trace mineral that is essential for the proper functioning of our bodies. From collagen to bone growth to immunity to cellular growth, zinc plays multiple roles in the body. One of the best sources for zinc is shellfish. An ounce of oysters, for example, contains 50.8mg of zinc. Compare that to an […]
The shoulder is a remarkable joint! It performs the upper body’s most powerful functions and allows for an intricate and complex range of motion. The muscles around the shoulder have been responsible, in part, for the rapid advance of primate evolution. They are even important in human-to-human communication, helping convey frustration… joy… […]
The gut used to be an afterthought. It was a means to an end, a way to procure energy for our bodies to run as well as simply enjoy our food; a way to make disease worse or to improve it. At one time, few people gave much thought to how the gut must be […]
What is TMJ? TMJ is an acronym standing for temporomandibular joint. If that sounds like a mouthful, let’s break it down to its basic components to get a good understanding of what the joint is. Temporo refers to the temple, or the temporal bone, on the side of the skull. Mandibular references the mandible, or the jawbone. Taken […]
There is a wealth of information supporting the notion that plenty of sleep (typically 7-8 hours each night) is necessary for proper brain function. But how much sleep do we really need? And why is sleep so important for brain activity and overall health? Let’s take a look at how sleep supports brain health by examining… its […]
Macronutrients, also called macros, are becoming more widely talked about in health and nutrition topics. Nutritionists often develop meal plans for patients based on macros, rather than calories alone. A healthy diet consists of the right nutrition, rather than limiting the intake of foods. That’s not to say that calories aren’t an essential factor for […]
As you probably know, Artic Flex was formulated by a group of orthopedic surgeons in an effort to support the bone and joint health of patients on a regenerative level. After digging through the research and carrying out multiple trials on which ingredients would result in the best bone and joint supplement, they found that […]
With the coronavirus on everyone’s mind these days, the slightest sniffle, sneeze, and cough can be alarming. In today’s article, we aren’t going to dive into the science of viral infections. Instead, let’s take a look at another source for runny noses, scratchy throats, and red eyes…histamines! What is Histamine? Histamine is a molecule […]