March 17, 2018
Cold therapy using ice baths and ice packs has been practiced by athletes for decades to soothe sore muscles and joints and treat injuries. In fact, icing is considered a first-line treatment for soft tissue injuries. It should come as...
March 15, 2018
The mechanisms of aging are not fully understood, but scientists are zeroing in on several factors that play a role in the aging process. One significant discovery is the role played by nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), a coenzyme that facilitates...
March 13, 2018
If you suffer from frequent or even periodic headaches, you know how debilitating they can be. In an age where peak job performance depends on having a sharp and agile mind, a headache can totally blindside you, disrupting your work...
March 11, 2018
Cold therapy has been used for ages to treat injuries and relieve pain. But in recent years, scientific research as begun to reveal the far-reaching benefits of cryotherapy. It turns out that regularly exposing your body to icy-cold temperatures for...
March 9, 2018
For decades, the acronym PRICE has been used in first aid to represent first-line treatment for soft tissue injuries. Standing for “protect, rest, ice, compression and elevation,” the treatment protocol is a quick and effective intervention to reduce pain and...
March 7, 2018
Most Americans accept stress as a normal part of daily life, yet stress can have deadly consequences for both health and quality of life. Of course, a little intermittent stress is normal and even healthy. It can provide motivation and...
March 5, 2018
Scandinavians are known for their beauty, especially their flawless glowing skin. Could living in cold climates have anything to do with their vibrant good looks? As it turns out, exposing your skin to extreme cold for short intervals of time...
March 1, 2018
With tons of information, and misinformation, circulating about weight loss, it is easy to become overwhelmed and even a bit confused about what really works, and how to make it work for you. One common misconception is that water weight...
February 27, 2018
If you have acid reflux, clinically known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you may be taking acid-suppressing medications commonly prescribed for the condition, like proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) including Nexium, Prilosec, Protonix, and Prevacid, or histamine receptor blockers (H2Bs) like...
February 25, 2018
Have you ever wished you could just zap your face and look better and younger within minutes? Well, thanks to technology, now you can! CryoFacial is the coolest trend in facial skin treatment, and it is revolutionizing the skin care...
