Stevie Compango, CNSC, CPT 
Back pain is a common ailment that affects millions of people worldwide. It can stem from various causes, including poor posture, muscle strain, and sedentary lifestyles. While chronic back pain may require medical intervention, incorporating simple daily exercises can significantly alleviate discomfort. Here are some easy 10-minute exercise routines that can help relieve back pain … Read more
Back pain is a common concern for many of those who have undergone an epidural, particularly women who received one during childbirth. While epidurals are highly effective in managing pain during labor, they can sometimes lead to discomfort or pain in the back post-procedure. Understanding what an epidural is and how to manage any resulting … Read more
Understanding Low-Intensity Workouts Low-intensity workouts are exercises that keep the heart rate at 40-50% of its maximum. These workouts include activities like walking, gentle yoga, and light stretching. They are ideal for those with chronic pain because they reduce the risk of aggravating existing conditions. Unlike high-intensity workouts, these exercises are easier to sustain over … Read more
Simple, everyday ingredients often hold surprising benefits when looking for ways to better our health. From everyday kitchen items to household staples, these home health hacks can offer easy and effective ways to enhance well-being. Let’s look into the potential health perks of adding baking soda to tea and explore a few other intriguing tips … Read more
Meal times significantly impact overall health and well-being, but how you time your meals is often overlooked. The time of day one chooses to eat can profoundly affect metabolism, energy levels, and weight management. Understanding the science behind meal timing could be the key to optimizing your diet and health. Recent research has shed light … Read more
In today’s fast-paced world, stress can accumulate without you even realizing it. This can lead to physical and mental fatigue, impacting your overall health and productivity. Fortunately, there are several stress-relieving techniques you can do while indulging in your favorite TV show
Dark circles under the eyes might not seem like a serious problem…to those who don’t have them. This discolored skin is very common (exact numbers aren’t certain, but certainly millions of people have them due to various triggering factors) and indicative of multiple things. For example, some people simply have a genetic predisposition for them: … Read more
Migraines are severe headaches caused by multiple neurological triggers. Approximately 5-25% of the population (depending on age, gender, etc.) get migraines at least once every three months. Symptoms may develop a few days before the onset of the migraine and include constipation, mood changes, food cravings, neck stiffness, and frequent yawning that may come and … Read more
When you visit a doctor, you assume they’re giving you the best and most accurate information possible. Usually, that’s true — but misdiagnoses happen. In fact, diseases often misdiagnosed can cause 800,000 deaths and serious disabilities in the United States alone. Misdiagnosed medical conditions can be very dangerous indeed, especially if treatment is delayed or … Read more
Developing an effective exercise routine is a huge part of your overall health and focuses on many different unique factors. For example, an intense workout plan like high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help you exercise more effectively, reduce body fat, balance your heart rate, improve your blood pressure, and make it easier to keep your … Read more
According to Grand View Research, diet sodas have increased in popularity over the years, likely hitting over 2 billion in sales by 2025. Increasing interest in healthier eating has inspired many people to switch to diet soda to lose weight and minimize their sugar intake. However, there’s a common refrain among those trying this switch: … Read more
In today’s world, there are thousands of different food options available in every supermarket, including very healthy fruits, vegetables, dairy, and whole grain ingredients. Eating healthy meals — such as a healthy and balanced stir fry with lots of vegetables and low-fat protein — can fight diseases like type 2 diabetes, cancer, and immune disorders … Read more
They say that health is wealth, and self-care is health care. As we live in a day and age where anxiety and stress about just getting through the day is a pervasive part of the lives of three out of four Americans, mood-boosting activities can help us preserve our health. It is not just a … Read more
It is estimated that bursitis after hip replacement occurs in 3 to 17 percent of the population, causing chronic pain and significantly impacting the quality of life of the patient. Bursitis occurs when the small pads between the joints and tendons called bursa become inflamed. Bursae sacs are found in many joints, including the knees, … Read more
If you are pondering the question “can adults get braces” the answer is yes. Numerous studies show that more and more adults are getting braces today. Braces in adults can be performed for many reasons, with many of them being reasons connected to dental health, and others simply to improve a smile for personal or … Read more
It is a popular trend to look into ways to detox your liver, but you have to be careful about how you do it. There are many fix-alls touted as liver-cleansing methods that can be very tempting to try. And, liver cleansing is important. Having a roster of liver health tips at your disposal will … Read more
It is estimated that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) impacts approximately 18 million people all over the world. Of those, 90 percent will experience rheumatoid arthritis foot pain. That is because, in many people with RA, the foot will be the first place of the body where RA will begin to show. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in … Read more
To some, it may seem that those who appear to have perfect posture can do so seamlessly and easily. They carry themselves with grace and dignity and have good posture everywhere they go. But in most cases, good posture or having the perfect posture form takes practice and mindfulness of your every movement when you … Read more
