For the 1.5 million Americans living with rheumatoid arthritis, pain often shows up in the form of tender, swollen, and stiff joints. This type of pain begins in the smaller joints in the body—think fingers, hands, toes, and feet—then becomes more widespread, progressing to the wrists, ankles, knees, and beyond. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that’s triggered when …
Glutathione: The Master Antioxidant
When you hear the word “antioxidant,” vitamin C, rather than glutathione, may be the first thing that comes to mind. But while it may sound less familiar, glutathione is critical. It neutralizes dangerous toxins like mercury, creates white blood cells that fight infections, prevents free-radical damage to the brain and nerves, and recycles vitamins C and E, making them more …
Joint-Friendly Exercises That Keep You Moving
Joints allow you to perform remarkably complex movements. However, if you’re injured or suffer from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, they can be a source of pain and reduced range of motion. That impaired mobility can keep you from exercising—which can trigger a domino effect in the development or worsening of other conditions like obesity, osteoporosis, or sarcopenia (the age-related loss …
Winterize Your Fur Baby
You winterize your car, your house, and your family in preparation for frigid winter weather. But what about your dog? Even though you can hunker down indoors during the chilliest of days, your furry friend still needs those outdoor potty breaks. Here are a few helpful ways to protect your pup all winter long. Furry Friends with Fur Coats Dogs …
Don’t Skip the Training!
Imagine a society in which people had no training! Whether you realize it or not, from birth on, life is filled with training. A society without rules would be chaos. It’s the same for dogs. An unruly pet can upset the whole household. But proper training can help reestablish calm. Think Like a Dog Try to understand training from your …
Exercising After 50 – It’s Never Too Late!
If you are over 50, it is more important than ever to make exercise part of your daily routine. Consistently working out can ensure that you stay active and healthy through your 60s, 70s, and beyond. Why Exercise Matters Muscle mass declines with age, a condition technically known as sarcopenia. The consequence of this muscle loss has a domino effect …
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Medicinal Mocktails Tastes like a refreshing cocktail, but doesn’t cause a hangover? We’ll take two, please! Medicinal mocktails are having a moment and we’re here for it. For health-seekers whose palates pursue the flavors and creativity of craft cocktails—but don’t always want the alcohol—medicinal mocktails can satisfy cravings while also providing amazing health benefits. Ingredients in these “health-ified” beverages often …
Busting Exercise Myths with Science
Separating fact from fiction is essential to achieving maximum results from any exercise program. It is time to shut down these common myths once and for all. Myth #1: Working out with weights bulks you up. Fact: Women have just five to seven percent of the testosterone (the hormone responsible for building muscle) found in men. That means women must …
7 Ways to Avoid Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals
From those time-saving household cleaners to that tasty frozen meal at the grocery store—we all love our modern conveniences. But did you know that many of the products and services you use every day are filled with hormone-disrupting chemicals that can trigger a variety of health problems, including reproductive issues, autoimmunity, cancer, neurological conditions, heart disease, and obesity? Chronic exposure …
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Brushing Up on Better Health Dry brushing has been trending in wellness circles lately, but is it really as miraculous for your health as enthusiasts are leading us to believe? Dry brushing is an exfoliation technique that involves brushing the skin with a coarse bristle brush to remove dead skin cells. However, devotees to the technique feel the benefits go …