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What is a stroke is and how will it affect your life?

A stroke is caused by a blockage in a blood vessel by a clot or when a blood vessel bursts.  The blockage prevents oxygen and nutrients from reaching the brain by obstructing blood flow. Most strokes (over 80%) are ischemic strokes caused by a clogged blood vessel.  A leading cause of the blockage is the underlying condition known as atherosclerosis.  Atherosclerosis occurs when fatty deposits line the walls of the vessels preventing blood from flowing. 
The effects of a stroke can vary greatly.   Strokes block oxygen to the brain.  Lack of oxygen can cause permanent and irreparable damage to brain […] Continue Reading…

If food allergies are keeping you from losing weight, consult an expert!

Eating a healthy diet is important.  Whether your goal is to lose weight or build muscle, your body requires a variety of foods to obtain the nutrients it needs to stay healthy.  Some people may find developing a healthy diet plan to be difficult, though.  Many people suffer with food allergies or take medications that make it tricky to eat healthy.  What do you do if you can’t eat fruits or vegetables or are allergic to healthy grains like wheat?   
Allergies to healthy foods limit your diet choices impeding your ability to eat a healthy, balanced diet.  How can […] Continue Reading…

Relaxation alleviates stress and averts serious health problems

When you think about health, lying around is probably not the first activity (or lack there of) that comes to mind.  But it should still be on your mental ‘To do’ list.  Relaxation is an essential element to a healthy body.  You cannot expect to maintain good health without having some down time.  Without time to relax, your stress level will be high.  Statistics indicate that stress is a major risk factor for many dangerous health conditions. 
What could be a better reason to relax than your health?  Experts agree that stress should be dealt with and alleviated.  High levels […] Continue Reading…

What should you eat before your work-out?

Exercise requires the right kind of fuel.  If you eat the wrong foods, not enough food, or too soon or not soon enough before your work-out you will impact the effectiveness of the work-out.  The timing of when you eat and what you eat is important.  How can you exercise if you do not have the energy to carry you through your entire work-out?   
Start with what to eat.  Choose foods that are low-fat but have a high carbohydrate content.  A banana is a great choice; small, quick, and easy.  You could also eat a whole-wheat English muffin or […] Continue Reading…

Do Anti-Cellulite creams really work?

Cellulite is said to plague the majority of women, statistics sometimes indicating a percentage as high as 90%.  Cellulite is not just an overweight woman’s affliction.  If we believe the recent pictures in a popular celebrity magazine, even the skinny and beautiful celebrities like Mischa Barton fight the cellulite battle.  The most commonly asked question concerning cellulite is how to get rid of it.   
Many women resort to anti-cellulite cream to find the answer.  But do these creams actually eliminate cellulite.  The answer from the medical community is a resounding no.  The medical community agrees that there is no […] Continue Reading…

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