A bruise forms when the blood vessels under the skin break. Bruises are typically the result of a fall, blow, or other impact that exerts sudden high pressure on the skin. The trapped blood creates a bruise that’s black, purple, or blue then changes color as it heals. In time,…

Building healthy bones is a very important component of health.Your bones are continuously changing — new bone is made and old bone is broken down. This process is called remodeling. When you are young, your body makes new bone faster than it breaks down old bone, and your bone mass…

Most of us have probably been urged, at some point in our lives, to “Think Positive!” Well, you would have just received some very good advice. That old cliche about seeing a glass as half empty or half full has important implications. Broadly speaking, positive thinking, seeing that glass as…

A healthy gut is essential for overall health and well-being, establishing proper digestion, metabolism and immunity. Gut health isn’t just about keeping stomach issues at bay. While good gut health can reduce gastrointestinal issues, it is also key in supporting and regulating body functions and serves as a communication center…

Have you ever noticed that you tend to feel drowsy or energetic around the same time each day? That is your circadian rhythm doing its job. What is a circadian rhythm? Your circadian rhythm is basically an internal body clock that operates in the background of your brain and alternates…

Strong bones are a vital part of good health. Healthy bones are dense and strong, support the body and help you to move around. Bones play many roles in the body. They provide structure, protect organs, anchor muscles and store calcium. At about 30 years of age, one has peak…

You may or may not be a Buffalo Bills fan or even a football fan, yet chances are high that you know the story of Damar Hamlin. During the January 2, 2023 Monday Night Football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Damar Hamlin who played as a defensive safety, suffered cardiac…

Many packaged foods may contain ‘natural flavors’ in the ingredient list. The FDA doesn’t require food labels to say what the ingredients are for ‘natural flavors’ unless the ingredients include common allergens like milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts, or soy. In those cases, there is a disclaimer…

Many people manage common aches and pains, fevers, and other minor health concerns by reaching for over-the-counter meds such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Acetaminophen (most know this as Tylenol) helps with all kinds of pain – toothache, headache, muscle soreness, and fever. Ibuprofen (most know this as Advil or Motrin)…

Collagen is a protein responsible for healthy joints and skin elasticity. It’s in your bones, muscles, and blood, comprising three-quarters of your skin and a third of the protein in your body. Think of collagen as a scaffold that provides strength and structure within the body. It is an essential…