Finding a workout regimen that resonates and compels you to stay committed can be as difficult as the workout itself. In today’s wide fitness landscape, the endless options from strength training to Pilates can be overwhelming. So, when you find a routine that excites you and aligns with your goals, it’s only natural to want […]
When it comes to aging well, exercise is frequently touted for its breadth of advantages, including maintaining healthy heart function, keeping your metabolism on track, and boosting flexibility and strength for better mobility. But there’s another big benefit to add to that list: brain health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), […]
Thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) are the main thyroid gland hormones. These thyroid hormones regulate metabolism, growth, and various bodily functions. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) from the anterior pituitary gland works with T4 to maintain feedback mechanisms and homeostasis. TSH also signals the thyroid to produce thyroid hormones. If blood levels of thyroid hormones are low, […]
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a silent ailment that affects millions globally. It acts as a precursor to more severe cardiovascular diseases. With lifestyle choices under the spotlight for their role in health, the connection between dietary habits and hypertension is undeniable. A significant factor in this equation is the consumption of […]
Knowing how different foods affect your body can be good for your health. But when this interest becomes an obsession with only eating “healthy” or “clean” foods and feeling intense fear about eating anything labelled “junk” or “bad,” it is called orthorexia nervosa. Orthorexia is a pathological fixation on eating only “pure” or “clean” foods. […]