Stevie Compango, CNSC, CPT 
If you are experiencing pinching pain in your hip, the frustrating part isn’t just how much it hurts. This specific type of pain can prevent you from doing some pretty routine tasks, affecting your day to day life. When you have some form of debilitating hip pain, any sort of movement can cause agony and … Read more
While the surgery may be an inevitable part of feeling better, thigh pain after hip replacement can make recovery brutal. Even after your initial recovery period and after physical therapy, lingering leg pain can leave you wondering if that expensive surgery was even worth it. We’ll explain what causes thigh pain after hip replacement, and … Read more
If you are waking up to hip pain in the morning after sleeping, it can make starting the day miserable. As if waking up early for work wasn’t difficult enough as it is, now you have to deal with tightness and discomfort. There are a few reasons you might be experiencing this unfortunate circumstance. Most … Read more
All things are good in moderation, but there are some potential problems with peanut butter that you need to be aware of. This is a classic snack, and many of us eat it by the spoonful. It’s a source of healthy fats, and for the most part, you’d think it’s nothing but good for you. … Read more
Lemons themselves can be packed with antioxidants and bring tons of benefits to the table, but there are also a few scary reasons to avoid lemon juice. Of course, all things can be good in moderation. But when you frequently consume the juice from lemons, it can lead to serious issues long term. Read on … Read more
If you love the spark your morning cup of joe gives, but hate the acidity, you might consider putting baking soda in coffee. This sounds a bit strange, and sort of like a downgrade from the creamer you might be used to adding, but there is actually some pretty sound logic behind this. In the … Read more
While you may suspect they are unrelated to one another, there may be a link between oral health and heart attacks that you need to be aware of. This sounds incredibly strange, but when we explain the science behind the relationship, you will understand. Let’s start by quickly talking about oral health in general, starting … Read more
Sharp needle like pain in your knee when kneeling can be debilitating and concerning, on top of the intense, painful sensations it causes. If you work a profession where you are constantly kneeling down, such as a mechanic or plumber, it can prevent you from getting to work. Or, maybe you’re an athlete worried about … Read more
If you are feeling pain in the right side of your throat, and not the left, it can be puzzling. Usually, a sore throat from allergies or an illness are felt uniformly. You are used to sore throats being felt evenly on the left and the right side. But, there are some cases where you … Read more
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