Virtually everyone is familiar with the experience of muscle cramps or knots. We usually deal with them by suffering through the pain, stretching it out, letting it pass, or not give much thought to what caused the pain in the first place. But the pain is caused by muscle knots, or myofascial trigger points. These are muscle groups which become so constricted that they cause considerably pain. Read the rest of this entry »

Most people go to the gym wanting to get fit, what they often have in mind is nothing more than bulking up and having big, toned, impressive muscles. Sheer muscular bulk is certainly one aspect of being physically fit, but another very important and often overlooked aspect of muscle building is working on muscular endurance. Read the rest of this entry »

As the season begins to change and the weather gets increasingly colder and darker, many people find themselves having to combat the winter blues. Although for most people this merely amounts to feeling a little more sluggish, a little overtired or even slightly run-down, for some others, the approach of the darker season brings a host of problems. Read the rest of this entry »

Athlete’s foot is a common condition characterized predominantly by itching between the toes. Initially this itching is the first symptom, but left untreated the condition can develop into a more stubborn problem. Later symptoms might include moist white lesions that develop between the toes, blisters, inflammation and a burning sensation. A smell might also develop as might red scales. Read the rest of this entry »

The way we feel, not surprisingly, largely depends on what we put into our bodies. Eating poorly can easily lead to lethargy and feelings of depression or anxiety. Eating well, on the other hand, is literally a recipe for happiness. Having said that, some foods will make you happier than others. This article explores some of the “happiest” foods, those foods which for one reason or another will stimulate your body the right way, leaving you feeling genuinely happy. Read the rest of this entry »

In a recent study conducted at the University of Cincinati a group of researchers discovered what most of us already know: that the immediate benefits of weight loss can help to inspire more people to lose weight and stay on track. According to these scientists, by way of focusing on how weight loss can benefit you in the here in now, rather than in the future, diet programs and the dieters that engage in them can have a much better chance of success. Read the rest of this entry »

Food poisoning is a scary prospect, but as with any danger to our health or general well-being the best weapon we have is information and education. In the case of food poisoning, we must first understand what it is. Food poisoning is caused when somebody consumes something that is contaminated in some way, whether it be by bacteria, harmful chemicals, viruses or other toxins. Read the rest of this entry »

Feeling a little stressed out and wondering how you’re going to cope with that upcoming deadline at work? Well first things first. Getting the right kind of nutrition and avoiding foods that can add more stress to your life is a great place to start. Although the foods cannot themselves help you get that promotion on their own, they will certainly go a long way to putting your in top form so that you can achieve your goals. Read the rest of this entry »

Although true fitness is an all body and lifestyle program that requires dedication and hard work, many of even the most enthusiastic of fitness experts ignore one of the most important parts of the fitness regimen. Brain fitness and health are essential to our overall well being as well as being one of the best ways to maintain our youth. The brain is essential to everything you do, from thinking and working, feeling and sleeping to exercising those toned muscles. Read the rest of this entry »

Maca is an herbaceous biennial plant native to the Bolivian and Peruvian highlands. It is often grown for its fleshly hypocotyls, which is a root vegetable and medicinal herb. The Spanish called it maca-maca, and other indigenous names including maino, ayak chichira and ayak wilku.

This plant is typically grown in altitudes of approximately 1300 to 1500 feet. It grows quite well in cold climates and habitats where few other crops can be grown. Almost all cultivation is done organically of this plant in Peru as few pests reach up to these high levels. Read the rest of this entry »