Image   Arthritis is a physical condition that affects individuals of all ages. Arthritis causes bone or joint deformity, damages the cartilage in the joints, and comes in different ways. Some of the diseases people suffer from, such as fibromyalgia, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis, among others are just forms of arthritis. The condition causes tenderness, stiffness, and pain in the joints.   Marijuana has become the next significant invention in the medical world with its health benefits. These benefits extend to the treatment of arthritis. If suffering from this…

Addiction recovery and a new wellness routine may sometimes seem like two different endeavors to take on at a time. There is extensive physical and mental effort required to move forward from addiction and create new healthy habits, so why attempt both at the same time? Holistic addiction treatment for addiction recovery is based on the re-learning of new thought processes that support healthier habits than the ones leading up to an addiction. By supplementing your addiction recovery with holistic healthy habit change, you can support your new mental patterns…

  Photo via Pixabay by Engin_Akyurt   Millions of Americans are making an effort to be more health-conscious these days following the news that the U.S. is in an obesity crisis, but some aren’t sure where to start. For busy families, it can be incredibly difficult to focus on eating well-balanced meals and getting in daily exercise when there seem to be so few hours in the day to get things done; for others, health and mobility issues make physical wellness seem like an impossible goal.   Fortunately, there are…

Perhaps you have been struggling to locate an activity that you love? Or maybe you have experimented with a few things in the process - whether it is running, swimming, or perhaps jogging - but somehow sensed all those were not for you, or that you simply did not get a proper exercise.Today we will talk about why martial arts is one of the best workouts you can possibly think of.     1) Burns A Lot Of Calories   Combat sports are scientifically established to melt away fat and…

  Photo via Pixabay by Stevepb   When it comes to feeling good and focusing on your wellness, it’s important to make sure you take into account your physical and mental health at the same time. Whether you want to lose weight, de-stress, or learn how to eat in a healthier way, your actions will benefit your overall wellness as a whole, so taking the time to make sure they are right for you is crucial. When you’re on a budget, it’s a good idea to look for lifestyle changes…

  Image Source: https://unsplash.com/photos/mwlQKzFvILU   Whether it begins with a sharp pain in the kneecap or a dull ache in the lower back, a sports-related injury can have wide-reaching consequences. According to a study by the US Department of Health and Human Sciences, there are 8.6 million sports and recreational injuries per year, with strains and sprains representing the most commonly reported.   While preventative measures such as resistance training can reduce the risk of a sports-related injury, sports braces can also be hugely beneficial. They not only reduce pain…

Health and fitness has over the past few years become a huge trend.   Especially weight training, and the public are becoming more aware that weight training has a reliable effect on muscular development.   However, weight training does not solely have an impact on muscle growth and strength.   Here are three positive effects of weight training you may not know about:   1. Weight training improves coordination A study looking at the effects of the quadricep extension weight training exercise found that although there was increase in strength…

Back pain is an all too familiar issue, with even more common causes. From picking up your children the wrong way to taking a small fall down the stairs, it doesn't take much to put your back out and cause straining of your muscles.   Especially if it is back pain, you're suffering from it can be hard to identify precisely where it is coming from. Even your doctor might have trouble diagnosing it correctly, which could prolong the treatment for weeks. Let's take a look at what the Psoas…

By now, you must have already known how sitting in a prolonged manner can have some dire consequences not only to your posture, but ultimately to your health. Various publications have done studies and elected just how such popular position can be disadvantageous to your well-being especially if you’re in it for an extended time.   Today, we’re not going to just be heading into an unpopular territory to prove to you how sitting can benefit your health and fitness, we’re also bound to expanding your knowledge by providing you…

  Photo via Pixabay by AdinaVoicu   The Benefits of Sleep: Rolling Back the Years   Sleep plays a huge role in the way we feel, especially as we get older. Good rest can mean the difference between being unable to function during your time at work or school and having a great, productive day that leaves you feeling accomplished. When we don’t get restful sleep, many parts of the body can suffer, from the brain to the heart, so it’s crucial to ensure you have a solid rest routine.…