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
Anyone who struggles with back pain knows how distressing it can be. Whether it�s soreness that impedes your sleep or aches that hurt your productivity while you sit at your desk at work, back pain is hard to ignore no matter what position you�re in. The good news? Yoga can be a surprisingly helpful remedy. In this video, yoga expert… Read More
Photo: Twenty20 This is a partial workout. You can find the rest of the moves at Life by Daily Burn. When you look at a slam ball, leg and glute exercises may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But incorporating this soft weighted ball into your booty routine will work your lower half hard. Weak hamstrings, glutes and hips can… Read More
When your metabolism is running like a well-oiled machine, your body is working for you. Not only can it make maintaining (or losing) weight a little easier, but maximizing your system's calorie-burning engine will also help you feel more energetic, active, and alive. To figure out how to get it to that happy place, incorporate these everyday eating and exercise habits into… Read More
A new enzyme pill could be a game changer for gluten-sensitive people, according to the authors of a new study. The enzyme breaks down gluten in the stomach and prevents most of it from reaching the small intestine. So it could allow gluten-sensitive people to eat small amounts of the protein (found in wheat and other grains) without suffering consequences… Read More
Turmeric is native to India and Southeast Asia. In India, turmeric has been used in Ayurvedic medicines due to its therapeutic properties,�as a disinfectant and treatment for laryngitis, bronchitis, and diabetes. Turmeric is derived from the rhizomes (underground stems) of the plant Curcuma longa, a member of the ginger family. Curcumin is the most active constituent of turmeric, making up… Read More
Dr. Alex Jimenez takes a look at new concepts on posture and sitting. �Fact: Sitting is the new smoking. �It is highly destructive to the body on many levels. �Here are some good choices that may assist in reducing postural issues as a result of prolonged sitting. 15 Best Active Sitting Chairs For Better Posture, Productivity And | Source: hobbr.com… Read More
This article originally appeared on Time.com. Compression tights are the latest in athletic performance wear, and some runners swear they improve their performance by helping them to run longer, faster and even recover more quickly with less soreness. But does science back up those beliefs? In a study presented at the American College of Sports Medicine�s annual meeting, researchers put… Read More
This article originally appeared on People.com.� Before having her son 2-year-old son Isaiah, Carrie Underwood would work out six or seven days a week, but she doesn�t put pressure on�herself to maintain such an intense workout schedule anymore. �It just happens if and when it happens,� Underwood, 34, told PEOPLE of her new approach to working out at the CALIA… Read More
As we move into summer many of us will be heading outdoors to make the most of the longer, sunnier days. However, we're not the only ones who like warm weather, and for those who might be planning a picnic the higher temperatures can provide the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive. To ensure your outdoor event is memorable for… Read More
According to the harshness of your whiplash symptoms, your doctor may prescribe drugs and/or spinal shots to manage the pain. To stress this point: they won't help heal the injury, although the medications will help relieve your pain. Instead, medicines and/or spinal injections lessen your pain so which you can work on curing the soft tissue injuries (through physical therapy,… Read More
Many people suffer from lower back pain that spreads downward to the limbs and feet. This can often be alleviated by doing a deep piriformis stretch � a stretch that releases tight piriformis muscles, and relaxes the sciatic nerve. Constriction of the piriformis muscle can irritate the sciatic nerve because they lay in close proximity to each other. By irritating… Read More