When to Use Ice or Heat
There is lots of advice out there about when to use ice or heat after an injury. In general, ice is used to decrease swelling and inflammation generally associated with acute injuries and conditions that developed within the last 1 to 2 weeks. Heat is used to relax muscles and increase blood flow...
5 Simple Ways to Boost Immunity
Your immune system plays a key role in keeping you healthy and active by fighting off any bacteria or viruses that may come your way, including the coronavirus responsible for the current COVID-19 pandemic. While your body can typically maintain your immune system on its own without you having to worry about...
Your Immune System and How It Can Be Affected
The immune system the primary mechanism that helps us fight off disease and stay healthy. Fortunately, there are many things we can do to affect how well our immune system functions. Keep reading to find out what you can do to make sure your immune system is functioning optimally. How Your Immune System...
Urinary Incontinence
Losing urine accidentally, known as urinary incontinence, is more common in women than in men, although it can take place in either men or women, and at any age.The Mayo Clinic in the United States lists six basic types of urinary incontinence: Stress incontinence is typically seen in women after...
Abdominal Fat, a Serious Health Problem
Far from being just a cosmetic problem, abdominal fat can be a true health threat. And far from being just a fat storage depot, abdominal fat is actually known to be a gland. This gland produces hormones that travel throughout the body, raising the risk of diabetes, heart and blood...