Millions of people suffer from chronic back pain. In fact, it’s the leading cause of disability among young Americans. Back pain doesn’t just happen; it’s usually triggered by certain things such as lifting heavy items, poor posture, extra weight, smoking, bad diet and fatigue. Overworking Your Back Muscles Why does your back hurt after a…

When people “quit sugar” they often switch to an artificial, calorie-free sweetener. Today, these sweeteners are widely used in soft drinks, chewing gum, candy, jellies, dairy products and many other foods and drinks. There are six FDA approved calorie-free sweeteners: acesulfame, aspartame, neotame, saccharin, Stevia and sucralose. Any product that is labelled “sugar free” or…

Everyone dreams of living their healthiest life and looking their best. In fact, the two most common New Year’s resolutions are to eat healthier and exercise more. Sadly, only 8% actually achieve those resolutions. One thing that separates achievers from the rest is tracking. Simply put, winners are trackers because they’re committed to measuring progress….

The results are in! Grateful people eat healthier, sleep better and take better care of themselves. They are mentally and physically healthier. You’re probably wondering what gratitude has to do with your physical health. Well, it turns out that being grateful about the little things helps you make better decisions for your health. You are…

Let’s be honest: life can feel like a never-ending treadmill of work, errands, and responsibilities. And somewhere between laundry and lunch, it’s easy to ask yourself: “Is this it? Is this all there is?” You’re not alone. Every human wonders about meaning, impact, and purpose—what some call “Existence.” Here’s the deal: having a sense of purpose isn’t…

Many people are looking forward to spring when they can finally put away their bulky coats and enjoy warmer temperatures. Sadly, the beginning of spring is also the beginning of allergy season when plants release pollen and people start to sneeze, itch and experience sinus pain. When is Allergy Season? Although the term allergy season…

If you’re reading this in mid‑March, there’s a good chance you’ve been through one of two things:(1) You’re still wrapped up in fuzzy socks and blankets wondering if winter ever plans to leave…or(2) You stepped outside, got blasted with sunshine, and suddenly remembered why people like warm weather so much. Either way, welcome to Spring Reset…

When you awaken in the middle of the night with a throbbing headache, what’s the first thing you do if your preferred pain reliever doesn’t work? Do you reach for your phone or computer and start researching symptoms online to figure out what might be wrong? That’s what most people do. Eight in ten Americans…

Stress doesn’t usually announce itself with sirens and flashing lights. More often, it sneaks in quietly—tight shoulders, poor sleep, short tempers, skipped meals—and before you know it, you’re running on fumes wondering how things got so hard. Here’s the thing: stress isn’t just an emotional experience. It has measurable, physiological effects on your brain and…

Winter has a funny way of messing with our motivation. The alarm goes off, it’s still dark outside, and the last thing you want to do is peel yourself out of a warm bed to move your body. Suddenly, “I’ll start again in spring” feels like a very reasonable life plan. Spoiler alert: it’s not….

It’s easy to feel like a failure when you’re stuck in an unhappy marriage. When the relationship that’s supposed to feel safe and supportive feels heavy instead, discouragement can creep in quickly. Over time, that weight can leave you feeling helpless, hopeless, and questioning whether it’s even worth trying anymore. And when that happens, it’s…

As far as body parts go, ears don’t require too much cleaning. As long as you wash them when you are taking a shower and gently clean the canal with a washcloth to get rid of the excess wax, you should be fine. Remember the old saying that you shouldn’t put anything smaller than your…