Stevie Compango, CNSC, CPT 
While many of us reach for a fruit juice with the intention to enjoy a healthy drink, it might be time to remove those from our fridge. We were always told that fruit is a healthy snack. And for the most part, it is! But, when you blend these fruits up and consume them in … Read more
There are constantly new trends popping up claiming they can reverse the affects of mother time. One of the more peculiar ones to surface recently is red light therapy. People are claiming that exposing yourself to red light can have profound effects on your skin – creating a youthful glow and decreasing wrinkles, imperfections, and … Read more
While you may be under the impression that your daily green smoothies are doing you nothing but good, this may not be the case, In fact, there are quite a few potential dangers of green smoothies that the general public are not privy to. How can this be, when all the inputs of your green … Read more
Put the creams and roll-on products down for a moment – because perhaps one of the best anti-aging approaches is exercise to make you look younger. The beauty industry makes a killing on your insecurities, selling you products that claim to mask wrinkles or remove bags under your eyes. But, these are not always great … Read more
Most of us start our mornings with a cup of coffee, so it’s fair to ponder what impact this has on our health long term. For the most part, the consensus is that black coffee is healthy. But can too much of a good thing, be a bad thing? We’re going to teach share everything … Read more
There is no question that your diet plays a direct role in your health. And these days, you’d be right to assume most things on the shelves at your local grocery store are bad for you. But, there are certain foods that go above and beyond nourishing your body. In fact, there are some cancer … Read more
Here’s a scary thought: Is there a drink sitting in your fridge right now that could skyrocket your cancer risk? Based on a new study published in The British Medical Journal, the answer for millions of Americans is “yes.” Worst part is, for years, we’ve been led to believe this beverage is “healthy.” Most folks drink … Read more
You already know that any movement you do gives your mood a big boost and makes a big difference in your weight loss efforts. There’s no shortage of ways to move your body, but you may be wondering if your time is better spent walking or running? Either one is good, but which one is better? Consider … Read more
For individuals turning 50 — or those who have seen 50 come and go already — it can be intimidating to start a fitness routine. Especially if you haven’t really been active before. You may find yourself asking, “is it too late to start?” Luckily, it’s not. Starting an exercise routine, regardless of age, helps … Read more
Looking for a low impact option to strengthen your knee muscles while reducing pain and inflammation? Then the best course of action may be to hop on a stationary. Our bodies crave quality movement! So much so that several phrases have popped up in health & wellness communities across the globe. Terms such as “motion … Read more
If you have upper back pain between shoulder blades, it can really affect your day to day life. It can make simple things like reaching in your cabinets driving your car incredibly painful and difficult. While ibuprofen can sometimes be a quick fix, it won’t fix the problem long term. Many people would benefit from … Read more
If you experience lower back pain after drinking alcohol, it can be great cause for concern. Usually, the symptoms you experience after drinking alcohol consist of headaches, nausea, dehydration, brain fog, and more. So, when your lower back hurts the morning after a night of drinking, it obviously creates worry. After all, this can be … Read more
If you experience upper back pain after eating, you likely are concerned and want to get to the bottom of it. This seems like a weird problem to have, but there are actually quite a few reasons your upper back hurts after you eat. It can be something as simple as poor posture during your meal, or … Read more
Upper back pain when breathing can leave you feeling gravely concerned for your wellbeing, as issues with your breathe can be caused by serious underlying issues. Sometimes, though, it’s not anything to be worried about. But how do you tell when you just need ice and rest, and when you need to visit the emergency … Read more