Here is another topic I probably should not have to sell you on. This is because it should go without saying that our bodies were not meant to remain sedentary for too long. A growing body of research shows that long periods of physical inactivity raise your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and […]
In the United States alone, chronic wounds affect 6.5 million people. Chronic wounds are a painful, expensive, and hard-to-treat issue. The problem is that somewhere around (or above) 90% of chronic wounds contain bacteria living within biofilms. In fact, according to the book “Biofilms in Human Diseases: Treatment and Control,” Skin diseases, including atopic dermatitis, […]
Finding the middle ground between sedentary and compulsive exercise would likely be difficult for some. I know it was for me. Most of this likely stems from improper training and expectations during grade school and high school, while some might also stem from social media and entertainment media. A great example of this might be […]
Vitamin A deserves some love for a lot of different reasons. Of course, when most people think about Vitamin A, they think about its ability to maintain vision. That is true, but there is so much more to the story. Those who watch enough late-night television might know that Vitamin A is also known for […]
A while back, I published an article about vaccines. I wanted to take a moment to clarify a few things and answer a few questions that I have received. Let us start with a few questions. Have vaccines eradicated disease and saved millions of lives over the years? Absolutely! Does that mean we should all […]
You may have heard me mention it. Perhaps you have seen the term but don’t know what it means. So, what is Health Science? Health Science (HS) is a multidisciplinary component of health care that seeks to improve health outcomes by developing knowledge and interventions for general health and wellness as well as disease treatment […]
Let’s talk about antibiotics for a bit and start with a definition. Biotic means “of, relating to, or resulting from living things, esp. in their ecological relations.” In other words, “LIFE!” So, an ANTI-biotic literally means “Anti-Life.” Meaning an antibiotic is literally a death pill. Its purpose is to suppress (kill) the bacteria normally found […]
Did you know that dairy may not be bad for you after all? The topic of milk is tough because there is a lot of confusion about what it does to the body. This can be a problem for some seeking to improve their health because who are you going to believe? Who CAN you […]
With everyone stuck at home and with gyms being a hit or miss on being open, I thought I would share a fun challenge that can be done at home and without any weights. It’s called the SPP90 Plus Quarantine Challenge. All you need for this challenge is you and a little bit of time. […]
Did you know that not all sugars are the same? This is because different types of sugar affect the body in different ways. Of course, big business might lead you to believe otherwise. What do soda, snacks, cereal, pasta, bread, or other packaged foods have in common? The answer is that they all contribute to […]
