There are many misconceptions and myths about Parkinson’s disease, the common neurological disorder that can have a devastating, life-changing impact. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is characterized by problems with movement, such as tremors, stiffness, slowness and balance issues. And it’s more prevalent than you might think. 1...
April is Parkinson's Awareness Month, so let's take a look at this widely-known but hardly-understood disease. By now, most of us have heard about Parkinson's disease—and many learned about it in 1998, when the actor Michael J. Fox made public his diagnosis of Parkinson's disease (and...
Green tea is touted to be one of the healthiest beverages on the planet. It's loaded with antioxidants and boasts many health benefits. Here's a collection of 5 benefits of green tea: 1 Improve brain function Green tea does more than just keep you alert, it may also...
Coffee contains caffeine, which is the most commonly consumed psychoactive substance in the world. Caffeine is also included in most commercial fat-burning supplements today — and for good reason. Moreover, it's one of the few substances known to help mobilize fats from your fat tissues and increase...
Just because a doctor prescribes a pill doesn't mean that it's safe for everyone. As the number of issued prescriptions rises, so do the rates of people misusing prescription drugs. Some people become addicted to illicit recreational drugs, such as cocaine or heroin. However, it's also possible...
Happiness looks different for everyone. For you, maybe it's being at peace with who you are, having a secure network of friends, or having the freedom to pursue your dreams. Regardless of your version of true happiness, living a happier, more satisfied life is within reach....
Even if most teens aren't suffering from a true addiction to their phones, they may be experiencing altered childhoods because of the technology. Colleen Hartz's daughter is 19 years old and is rarely ever seen without her phone in hand. "She uses it for everything," the...
Halloween is just around the corner, and that's the perfect time to take a hard look at all the candy, carbs, and sugars associated with the holiday. This week, we're going to look at detoxing from sugar, and how to successfully pull it off. The first step Congratulations...
Halloween is just around the corner, and that's the perfect time to take a hard look at all the candy, carbs, and sugars associated with the holiday. This week, we're going to look at quitting junk food, and a controversial study that equated kicking sweets with...
If you've ever tried to cut back on junk food, you may have realized that it’s easier said than done. People tend to get cravings when the brain starts calling for these foods. Even though people’s rational, conscious mind "knows" that they are unhealthy, some other part...
Why you should pucker up Has the kissing waned in your relationship? Are you more the “air kiss” than “actual kiss” type when greeting your friends? Do you cringe when you see your aunt coming in for a big kiss at family functions? It may be...
[vc_row_inner] [vc_column_inner width="3/4"] Feeling stressed out? If so, you're not alone. According to the latest (2015) Stress in America report by the American Psychological Association, 51% of Americans list "personal health concerns" as one of the most common stressors. Unfortunately, all that extra stress tends to lead to overeating,...