Do you have trouble going to sleep at night? You’re not the only one. According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, over 70% of American adults have insufficient sleep at least 1 night a month, while 11% say they have insufficient sleep every night. That is 231 million people being affected 1 night a month … Continue reading How Exercising Can Improve Sleep
You’ve been waiting to spend this upcoming weekend with your special partner. You planned the cozy cabin, a delectable meal and sensual music. But you’re anxious that your sex drive may not make it past Friday night. Don’t cancel the plans and don’t reach for your favorite cocktail. (Alcohol can cause sexual problems such as … Continue reading 5 Tasty Drinks to Boost Your Sex Drive
Oh, those achy leg muscles after your CrossFit workout! Check out pre-and post-supplements to see if you can get benefits. Recent research shows supplement use might help lower your oxygen use and repair damaged muscles. A bonus may be a decreased workout time. Who was involved in the research? The study took place over a … Continue reading CrossFit Workout Recovery: Try a Protein and Carb Combo
You’re sitting at your office desk sipping coffee when your watch alarm buzzes. Where did the hour go? You grimace as you realize an angry boss is in your future. How did you forget to complete the one contract the boss needs? Brain fog may be the sneaky culprit. Brain fog defined “People who experience … Continue reading Is Your Brain a Little Foggy? Lack of Sleep Could Be To Blame
Gout is common in toes and feet. Where else can this disease attack? Four other joints gout can affect you are ankles, knees, wrists, and elbows. Knowledge about these symptoms will give you a chance to treat your gout earlier to prevent lingering pain. Gout, the buildup of uric acid crystals in your blood, is … Continue reading 4 Parts of the Body Impacted by Gout
Your doctor says you’ve got gout in your foot and you must cut back on foods that will increase your uric acid levels. You typically eat steaks, burgers, and salads. How do you create a gout-healthy meal? 1. Know your risks of gout First, understand that gout is caused by an elevation of uric acid … Continue reading 4 Steps to Gout Friendly Meals
You cut your leg two weeks ago playing basketball, and while you didn’t need stitches, the wound has not healed. You’re surprised when your doctor checks your blood sugar. What’s going on? People who have diabetes have a harder time healing wounds. This is one of the four odd symptoms of diabetes that people may … Continue reading 4 Odd Symptoms of Diabetes That You Might Not Know About
High blood sugar can impact your vision and cause problems liked blurred vision, cataracts, and glaucoma. It can even cause blindness. Since diabetes can play such a role in your vision, it’s important to get regular eye exams from your doctor. Aside from scheduling eye exams, here’s what you should know about your vision as … Continue reading Diabetes and Your Vision: What You Should Know
Ah, sleep. For some, it’s a challenge. But what could your gender have to do with your ability to get good ZZZs? Turns out, a lot. According to the National Sleep Foundation, men and women have very different sleeping rhythms. We all have different sleep rhythms called circadian rhythms. This helps you naturally know when … Continue reading How Men and Women Sleep Differently
Diabetes is a treatable condition, but it does require good lifestyle choices to achieve the best outcome. Things like taking a day-long hike or grabbing ice cream after a beach day are fun outings, but if your significant other is diabetic, these trips require some prep work. Here’s a list of do’s and don’ts to … Continue reading Dating a Diabetic? Here are 5 Dos and Don’ts
