There is truth to the saying "laughter is the best medicine." Laughing reduces stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. It also benefits your immune system by increasing T-cells, the first line of defense against viral attacks and damaged cells. Monique N. Gilbert,... read more ⇒

Regular exercise and physical activity (walking, dancing, cycling, swimming, weightlifting, etc.) strengthens your immune system, cardiovascular system, heart, muscles and bones. It also stimulates the release of endorphins, improves mental functioning, concentration/attention and cognitive... read more ⇒

“Once a phenomenon restricted to developing countries or Asia, the impact of resistance to antibiotics is now being felt by every hospital and community practice in the U.S.” American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care... read more ⇒

We tend to eat more when served from larger containers. When students were given food in larger bowls, they served themselves 53% more and consumed 56% more. When you used smaller bowls, plates, spoons, and cups you won’t feel deprived because the food will look more plentiful. Daintier dishware... read more ⇒

Stress has become a constant part of today’s fast-paced world. Stress increases hearth rate, blood pressure, glucose levels, adrenaline, cortisol, free radicals and oxidative damage. This can weaken the immune system (making you more susceptible to colds, flu, fatigue, cardiovascular disorders,... read more ⇒

Shrug your shoulders: -- to release the neck and shoulders: Inhale deeply and shrug your shoulders, lifting them high up toward your ears. Hold. Release and drop. Repeat three times. Shake your head slowly, yes and no. Loosen your hands with air circles: Clench both fists, stretching both hands... read more ⇒

Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic condition that gradually interferes with many aspects of one’s life. The challenge of treating FM is finding the right combination of approaches that positively impacts the structural, emotional, and chemical aspects of the body in such a way the FM patient can... read more ⇒

"Doctor, is it normal for people after a whiplash injury to notice problems with memory. I can’t seem to remember things I just recently did since my car accident?” This is a common complaint occurring as a result of a whiplash injury, but it’s not commonly known, leaving those who are... read more ⇒

Do you recall the last time you were driving along the highway and suddenly, traffic came to a screeching halt? After sitting in your car, waiting impatiently for any movement, you eventually arrive at the cause of the congestion – 4 lanes of traffic funneled into one lane, due to road... read more ⇒

“I was digging a hole in my garden and hit a rock with the shovel. After clearing the dirt from around the rock, I bent over and reached into the hole. I couldn’t get a good grip on the rock and had to twist my body to get my arm under it. As I started to move the rock, I felt something... read more ⇒