What is melatonin and where is it found? Melatonin is a hormone produced by the brain, which controls sleep and wake cycles. It can be...

The cause of elbow pain, commonly called “tennis elbow,” is often difficult to diagnose because there are so many factors involved. In...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that only 20.6% of Americans are meeting the national guidelines for both aerobics...

Evidence published in JAMA Internal Medicine showed that shoppers who went to the grocery store on an empty stomach selected more high...

Despite the new food choices and attempt to offer healthier options at fast food restaurants, research shows that fast food is no...

The FTC just ordered Sensa Products to return $26.5 million dollars to consumers since the company used faulty science in order to market...

Flavonoids are compounds found in many fruits, vegetables, and beverages that have antioxidant properties. There are over 4000...

Proper form is very important with the deadlift. Avoid rounding the back, and don’t bounce at the bottom of the movement. Taking a...

This winter has been especially cold in the Northeast. Everyone is looking for ways to keep warm and to stay cozy. However, recent Dutch...

We all want to live a long, healthy and productive life; however, the majority of Americans knowingly engage in behaviors that do not...

It seems the old adage “You are what you eat,” has even more merit. New research published in The Journal of the Academy of Nutrition...

People who exercise regularly plan the timing of their workouts based on their work schedule, kids, social engagements, level of...

It seems like a new weight loss diet is on the market every day. A lot of research has shown success from diets that are high in protein...

Americans consume far too many processed and packaged foods and eat a diet very high in added sugars. These added sugars put us at risk...

There are many sugar substitute on the market, such as Splenda, Equal, and Sweet N Low. People use sugar substitutes instead of sugar to...

It is common knowledge that physical activity is good for your health. Exercising is good for weight maintenance and heart health, and...

Healthcare tends to focus on treating diseases and conditions rather than preventing them. Most people are aware that chronic diseases...

Most Americans know that unwanted weight and obesity have negative health consequences, especially if the weight is centered around a...

Chronic stress can have both negative physical and negative mental effects. A new study published in Psychoneuroendocrinology showed a...

A recent study published in PLOS ONE found that lifestyle factors and health issues may contribute to memory complaints, even in younger...