Athletes are usually thought of as healthy, fit people, but various issues in sports health and wellness address problems or injuries in athletes. Being aware of these wellness concerns can help prevent small problems from developing into larger...
If you're not doing as well with your health or fitness program as you'd like, you might be able to get free support from your employer. Many business offer wellness programs to help employees decrease tardiness, absenteeism and health-care costs...
The mind is a thought-producing organ and what happens in the head is responsible for 30 percent of the body's daily energy expenditure. It is near impossible to totally clear the mind, but meditation helps to come to a calm and alert state of...
Selecting the top-rated medicinal herbs requires distilling an almost infinite list into a handful of botanical names. Chinese medicine alone reports using 11,146 medicinal plants, according to the Biodiversity Clearinghouse Mechanism of China....
The Facts The National Cancer Institute estimates that there were over 10.8 million cancer survivors living in the United States in 2004 (the most recent data from the American Cancer Society "Facts and Figures 2008"). That number had more than...
Yoga is an ancient practice from India that stems from the principle that the mind cannot be separated from the body. Literally meaning "union," yoga creates harmony by combining the five essential elements of breathing, movement, relaxation,...
In 2010, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded more than $72 million in grants to promote health and wellness. The grants support obesity prevention and tobacco cessation programs as part of efforts to prevent chronic disease...
According to the National Center for Health and Wellness, there is a direct correlation between B vitamins and the brain neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin. Both are vital to feelings of calm and emotional equilibrium. The National Center...
The Wellness Council of America offers a number of methods and ideas for businesses and corporations to encourage health and wellness in the workplace. Preventive care, focus on healthy living and eating habits and a greater awareness of the...
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates that fitness careers will experience much faster job growth than average, up to a 29 percent increase from 2008 to 2018 for fitness workers. Job outlooks for wellness workers such as dental...
Explaining puberty to your child can be fraught with awkwardness, embarrassment and confusion, both for you and your child. You can prepare to talk with your child by practicing what you will say, seeking advice from your child's pediatrician or...
Culturelle, a product of Amerifit Inc., supports your digestive health and your immune system. This dietary supplement works by adding "good" bacteria into your digestive tract, which gobbles up the bad bacteria, enabling your body to maintain a...
Over the course of many years, companies have become more invested in the idea and implementation of work site wellness programs. With employee absenteeism and health care costs on the rise for employers, work site wellness programs are becoming...
According to the Wellness Council of America, workplace wellness programs that are designed with a results-orientated approach can improve overall employee health and productivity. These programs allow companies to contain costs by sponsoring...
The exact content of diet pop varies with the flavor and brand but many ingredients are common. Diet pop, a soda that uses low-calorie sugar substitutes, is often consumed in an attempt to reduce calories in the diet. However, a 2008 issue of the...
Garlic has been used to treat and cure illnesses since ancient times. It is argued that garlic is useful in treating heart disease, high blood pressure and high cholesterol, although more research needs to be completed to make the findings...
A health spa is typically a facility where you can receive treatments that relax you and promote a better feeling of health and wellness. If you think a health spa sounds like a good way to spend the day, finding a reputable health spa is fairly...
From the vegan raw food diet to the Atkins diet, there is a wide and often confusing array of choices out there for those seeking to improve their health or appearance with prudent nutrition. Those who find the most success in this area realize...
Employee wellness programs are large draws for potential employees and major perks for existing employees. And why not, with amenities like on-site gyms, weight loss groups and challenges and even employed masseuses, employee wellness programs...
Companies implement workplace wellness programs to improve the health of workers, increase productivity and decrease the costs related to health care and employee absenteeism. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention promotes workplace...
Career opportunities in fitness and nutrition are increasing. Depending on the position you want, various levels of education, experience and time in internships may be required. Some positions do not require you to have experience while others...
According to the Social Phobia Social Anxiety Association, almost 7 percent of the general population suffers from some form of social anxiety or social phobia. Simply stated, social anxiety is the fear of being in social situations, the fear of...
Metabolism is defined as the speed at which your body burns calories, or energy for fuel. Everyone's metabolism is different and may depend on age, genetics, activity level, weight and medical condition. There are natural ways you can speed your...
Teaching children to eat healthy foods is an essential part of their overall education. Many aspects of health and wellness are based on the foods that children eat on a daily basis. The Food Guide Pyramid is a government created visual aid that...
Free information on nutrition and diet is virtually everywhere, and easy to access for anyone who's motivated. One of the best places to find information about weight loss, healthy eating and proper nutrition is the Internet, where you'll find...
If your baby is nearing or has recently passed his first birthday, it is time to put away the formula and introduce whole milk. While this may be an exciting time for you, weaning off formula may be difficult for your baby. Making the switch...
Diet Rite soda is a no calorie cola manufactured by the Royal Crown Company. It contains no carbohydrates, caffeine or sodium. First marketed in 1958, it is now advertised as Diet Rite Pure Zero. The combination of several ingredients gives Diet...
Jenny Craig is a lifestyle program that helps individuals learn new ways of looking at food, and how to eat portions and ingredients that motivate health, wellness and longevity. With its focus on portion control and quality ingredients, Jenny...
Detoxification, or "detox" is defined as the physiological or medicinal removal of toxic substances from a living organism, including, but not limited to the human body. Some of the body's main detoxification organs include the kidneys, colon,...
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