Sciatic nerve pain caused by Sciatica or Piriformis Syndrome affects up to an estimated 40% of people at least once in their lifetime. It is caused by impingement in the lower lumbar spine. The pain can vary from mild to severe affecting the region stemming from your lower back through the glutes and down the...

They say age is merely a number. But no matter how young or old we may feel, there’s no denying that our brains still age. As we age, approximately 40% of individuals over the age of 65 will experience memory loss to some degree. In addition to normal aging, conditions such as Dementia and Alzheimer’s further affect...

Imagine losing control of your car and waking up in the hospital paralyzed from the neck down. This is the story of Kristopher Boesen, who experienced a life-changing moment where his car spiraled out of control on a slippy road surface, slamming into a tree and lamp post. Doctors warned Kris’s parents that he might never...

There are many powerful herbs that are used to treat parasite infections; however, taking them without adhering to the basics of a healthy lifestyle is like putting the wagon before the horse. Parasitic Infection Before we dive in, know that it is not advised to take any herbs unless you’ve been working with a professional...

When was the last time you just cried your eyes out? A month ago? A week ago? Maybe you’re drying your eyes from your last good cry as you read this. It’s okay to feel vulnerable after you shed a few tears, but you have nothing to apologize for. In fact, people crying is not...

Everyone should exercise and you should too! No matter how busy you are, making time to exercise and take care of yourself is really important. But starting is often the hardest part. Well, unfortunately, you’re probably just going to have to jump right in. Try this ten-week no gym no equipment home workout plan for...

It’s normal for everyone to assume that when manufactured fatty foods aren’t refrigerated, they’ll sooner or later go bad. That’s the reason why a lot of people take to storing butter in the fridge, but the butter doesn’t always come out the same. So what’s the way around this issue? Can you leave butter out...

Fluoride free water has become a popular topic in the last few years. After people became aware of the fact that the government puts it in our public water supplies, many wanted to know more about the full effects it has on our health. Some people praised fluoride for its ability to protect our teeth from...

Your body always knows there is something wrong way before your brain does. It’s easy to ignore something tiny. Simple to dismiss as something that doesn’t really matter. But there are serious signs something is wrong with your body without you being any the wiser, particularly when those things are small. These are all symptoms...

The health of your heart and cardiovascular system is an extremely important thing to keep your eye on. As heart disease is the number one cause of death on North America, your life literally depends on your ability to monitor and correctly interpret the early signs of heart trouble. If you are repeatedly experiencing any...

Caffeine on its own can be very beneficial for the mind and body. It has been proven to be able to reduce headaches, improve mental alertness, and even treat conditions such as asthma and diabetes. However, when caffeine is added to a cocktail of artificial stimulants, sweeteners, and other additives it can become a toxic...

Many people find flip flops easy, affordable, and even stylish. Just slip into them and you’re flip flopping your way to the store, friend’s house, beach, or wherever you need to get to. However, there are problems that come with the abrupt change from well-supported feet to open-toed flip flops, and if you already have...