Creatine powders and supplements: Should you take one?
If you use social media, you’ve probably already seen at least one ad or influencer touting the benefits of creatine.
Claims for this dietary supplement range from better athletic performance and quicker recovery times to more mental clarity and even anti-aging qualities. But what is creatine, and is there any truth to these assertions? Are creatine supplements safe for cancer patients to use during ...
How to reduce inflammation in the body
Inflammation is one of the immune system’s tools for keeping your body healthy. It can help your body heal and prevent illnesses, but if it...
Exercise snacks: How to sneak more exercise into your day
Squeezing a full workout into your busy day can be tough. Warming up, exercising and cooling down all take time. So do the commute to the...
Does your body have a set point weight, and can you change it?
If you’ve tried to lose weight, you know that often the hardest part is keeping the pounds off long term.
It’s a huge challenge – one that only about 10% of dieters manage to achieve. Most people return to the same weight they were before the diet. Some end up at an even heavier weight.
If you’ve experienced this, you might think you’re not able to maintain a healthy weight or assume you just don’t have enough willpower....
How to lose weight after cancer
Weight loss can feel overwhelming. Cancer survivorship may make it feel even more complex...
How to improve your lymphatic system
You probably know that you have a whole lymphatic system in your body. But do you know what it does?
The lymphatic system is a crucial...
6 simple ways to boost your immune system
Your immune system is constantly working to detect and fight off infections. These could be caused by bacteria, such as Salmonella, or...
Vibration plates: Are there health benefits?
Plenty of fitness devices get buzz online. But it’s not often that you come across a fitness device that is, well, actually buzzy.
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Exercise during cancer treatment: 5 things to know
For years, doctors have recommended exercise to reduce people’s risk of developing cancer and to help cancer survivors thrive after treatment...
Should you take a daily probiotic supplement?
Probiotics are beneficial live bacteria that support gut health.
In addition to being present...