Some people seem to hold onto their hair color forever. For them, silver or gray hairs don’t start peaking through until their late forties or fifties. Others, however, start getting gray hair at a young age. But what causes this difference? What makes one person keep their dark locks into middle age, while another starts...
In today’s fast-paced and busy world, finding time to relax and recharge often takes a backseat to our numerous responsibilities. However, research indicates that incorporating a ‘lazy day’ into our weekly routine can have significant positive impacts on our mental and physical well-being. Taking a down day, in fact, can actually help you get ahead...
Every single day I encounter patients who are suffering from some form of stress-related illness. They have typically been feeling this way for an extended period and have realized that it is not normal to feel tired, lethargic, moody, anxious and unmotivated. It is my role as a practitioner to find the cause of their...
In a world where there is food available on almost every corner, vitamin deficiency is still a major factor of poor health in developed countries. While some say changes in our soil are to blame for nutrient deficiencies, there are many reasons why in a country where people eat too much, they still fall short...
Grapes, grapes, the magical fruit, the more you drink, the more you, well, improve your life and overall health, researchers say! See the list below to find out how your favorite vino can do more than just pair greatly with your dinner. Here are 14 health benefits of wine! 1. Reduces Vascular Risk Research[1] shows that...
With 5.4 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s — and that number is expected to increase significantly in the coming decades — it’s frustrating that there is still no official way to diagnose or predict the disease. But doctors are hoping to find new ways to at least begin identifying some early signs of dementia, so they can...
Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. is living with some form of mental illness. For these people, just getting out of bed can be the hardest thing to do. Then comes the basic tasks like brushing your teeth and changing your clothes to look presentable to the outside world…all the while, you are...
For centuries, dance has been a form of expression, celebration, part of rituals, and a way to literally shake the stress of the day away. Whether you took dance lessons growing up or you have two left feet, there’s no denying that letting loose and dancing the night away feels good. Dance is a beautiful form...
We’ve all heard people talk about the power of positivity. With a positive attitude, you can achieve anything! Likely, when it comes to cancer, you’ve heard about people who “stayed positive” and went on to beat their cancer. Many people are quick to attribute their positive attitude to their positive outcome. Are our emotions and...
Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, it’s a ruthless and unforgiving disease that slowly strips the sufferer of their individuality and personal memories. At some point in our lives, it is likely that we will witness a close family member or friend suffer with dementia, and there is no known way to reverse...
Math is super fun. You just have to tell yourself that if someone else could solve this, you can too. Even if you don’t get the answer correctly at first, you’ll have a swell time seeking the solution. It’s important to take a swing at a random math question once in a while. It’s beneficial...
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by memory loss, cognitive decline, and behavioral changes. It is the most common form of dementia, affecting millions of people worldwide. While the cause of Alzheimer’s disease is still not fully understood, recent research from the University College London (UCL) has shed light on a potential link between...
