Scoliosis is a well-known spinal condition which results in an abnormal, often lateral, curvature of the spine. While most cases of the issue are reported among children and teens, adults can also experience scoliosis, later in their lives. Fortunately, non-surgical procedures, such as the Schroth method of exercises for scoliosis, were created to correct this spinal condition, improving the lives… Read More
Gabrielle Union has never been shy about sharing her secrets to a bangin� bod. The 44-year-old actress loves posting snippets of her grueling workouts to Instagram, and on Wednesday morning, she treated us to an Insta�story of her favorite�go-to exercise regimen. This 7-move circuit routine�especially targets the star�s shoulders and back�so she�ll look extra fit for backless gowns on the… Read More
Women who are at least 35 years old when they give birth are much more likely than younger mothers to experience a variety of major pregnancy complications, a recent study confirms. While previous research has linked what’s known as advanced maternal age to problems like high blood pressure and diabetes during pregnancy and a higher risk of death and severe… Read More
Around 80% of the population is plagued at one time or another by back pain, especially lower back pain. Associated leg pain (called lumbar radiculopathy or sciatica) happens less frequently. Pain could be debilitating and bothersome, restricting daily activities. Leg and back pain can result from a number of reasons, not all of which originate in your spinal column. With… Read More
Irritating problems such as hot flashes and night sweats cause distress in many women at menopause, and a new study published in the journal Menopause found that hot flashes are associated with a higher body mass index (BMI) The study of 749 Brazilian women aged 45 to 60 years showed that obese women suffered more severe hot flashes than women… Read More
A new UK study has found that obesity in childhood has long-term health implications that could last well into adulthood. Carried out by a team from the University of Surrey, the researchers collected data from 18 studies which included over 300,000 children in total with an average age of 10. The team looked at the measurements of the children's body… Read More
It's no secret that sitting for long stretches�isn't great for your body. Research has linked it to heart disease, obesity, diabetes, even�cancer. But there's another health risk from sitting all day that most people don't know about: gluteal amnesia, or�dead butt syndrome. It almost sounds like a joke, but it's not uncommon, says Andrew Bang, a chiropractor at the Cleveland… Read More
Related Articles SUGAR GROVE, Il.- UTEP men�s golfer Frederik Dreier earned PING All-Region Division I honors, the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) announced on Saturday. Dreier, who wrapped up his collegiate career at the NCAA Washington Regional on May 17, earned a spot on the Central Regional list. He was the only UTEP honoree and one of the two… Read More
Still taking sleeping pills to get a good night’s rest? New research suggests there’s a better way: Hit the gym. Rush University clinical psychologist Kelly Glazer Baron tells CNN a growing body of evidence over the past decade has confirmed that regular exercise helps people sleep better than medication. "In one study we did, for example, older women suffering from… Read More
Scoliosis is defined as the abnormal, lateral deviation of the spine with a minimal Cobb angle of 10� in the coronal plane. It may be characterized as either non structural or structural scoliosis. Non-structural scoliosis is identified as a non-progressive curve resulting from a leg length discrepancy, herniated disc or improper bearing which can be corrected by removing the causing… Read More
Losing weight comes down to simple arithmetic: Eat fewer calories than you burn off. Here's a good way you can accomplish this without going hungry. Switch out high-calorie foods for low-calorie options to cut calories without cutting portion sizes. Dairy food is a good place to start, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. If you're still using whole milk… Read More
It is very well known that spices and herbs have a great many positive healthy qualities. But often we get confused as to how many, how much and which of the ingredients we must use as a supplement to boost our body. We have zeroed in on three basic but power house spices from your kitchen that can help you… Read More
When the weather starts getting warmer, most of us immediately ramp up our ab and glute exercises. But what about your arms? Here, Health’s contributing fitness editor Tracy Anderson demonstrates a challenging arm workout you can do anywhere—no equipment necessary. WATCH THE VIDEO: 5-Minute Hotel Room Workout for Arms, Shoulders, and Back Tracy notes that the key to strong arms… Read More
It’s no secret that sitting at a desk all day isn’t good for you. A sedentary lifestyle can lead to weight gain, which may then lead to a host of other issues. Research has shown that sitting too much throughout the day can lead to a number of different health problems, including obesity, heart problems, and diabetes. However, there are… Read More
Feeling stressed? On any given day, you’re likely bombarded with many different stress-inducing situations. Perhaps it’s a challenging project at work, a fight with your partner, or just someone who unapologetically bumped into you on the street. Life is filled with challenges and frustrations like these. But the good news is there are plenty of smart strategies that can help… Read More