The complications associated with diabetes are many, and chronic pain is common for many who suffer from the disease – especially back pain. Most adults experience back pain at some point in their lives, and almost half suffer neck pain. Usually, an injury or other musculoskeletal issue is associated with either affliction, although on occasion […]
Atlanta-based AMS Vans teamed up with the Aimee Copeland Foundation and FODAC (Friends of Disabled Adults and Children) to present the keys for a wheelchair accessible minivan to the winner of an essay contest. The winner, Kendra Allen, is an Athens Tech college student whose essay detailed the challenges of growing up with cerebral palsy and […]
To keep people motivated, celebrity trainer and Gold’s Gym Member, Melissa Alcantara is sharing (3) expert tips to avoid what Gold’s calls “the fitness cliff,” when New Year’s resolutions dramatically drop after nine weeks and new gym member attendance falls 50%. 1) STOP TRYING TO “TONE”. Humans can either build muscles or lose fat. In […]
Top 5 tips by Registered Dietitian Ilana Muhlstein on how people can reduce belly fat for bathing suit season What are foods to eat to reduce belly fat? Water filled veggies are great for helping you lose weight, and stay regular so you can relieve bloat. Some great examples are tomatoes, cucumbers and zucchinis that […]
Members of the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Announced Scientific Experts Will Review Scientific Evidence on Key Nutrition Topics To Inform Development of New Guidelines To ensure America’s dietary guidance reflects the latest science, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar today announced the appointment of […]
5 Reasons Green Dentistry Is Gaining Popularity For a growing number of patients, a trip to the dentist isn’t what it used to be – and that’s how they want it. Rather than just a routine “drill-and-fill” for a cavity, they may receive a head massage, meditative advice and diet suggestions that would seem more […]
We’ve all heard that you can’t judge a book by its cover, but the truth is we sometimes make quick judgments about people based on appearance. One of the first things we see when meeting someone is their smile, and research shows that owning a pleasing smile can significantly influence a person’s life – from […]
Although it is well known that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death and disability among all Americans, there is still a misconception that it primarily affects older, white men. The truth is, the risks are even higher for African Americans. African Americans have higher rates of heart disease risk factors such as hypertension, […]
A new case study out of New York University’s Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Developmentfinds that face transplant surgery in patients who have experienced severe facial trauma can improve speech production. Face transplantation is one of the most extensive facial reconstructive procedures available. The procedure involves the partial or total replacement of nerves, […]
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology are advising the public about a simple yet important self-care routine: nail grooming. Not only do short, well-manicured nails look great, they say, they are also less likely to harbor dirt and bacteria, which can lead to an infection. In addition, the […]
