Most of us know that our normal body temperature is 98.6°F (37°C), and that if an adult’s temperature goes above about 104°F (40°C) there is a serious risk of brain damage or death. However, many often do not realize that a core body temperature lower than 95°F (35°C) can have equally devastating consequences. When this [...]

Energy drinks are a multi-billion dollar industry, with annual consumption in 2010 amounting to 4 billion cans worldwide, and the numbers are ever increasing. They claim to enhance both mental and physical endurance, and there are now a number of different energy drinks on the market since the first were introduced in the 1980s, each [...]

The benefits of drinking green tea have been understood for centuries, since it was first discovered in China approximately 4700 years ago. According to legend, the Chinese Emperor Shen Nong, who was an herbalist as well, discovered tea when the leaves from twigs that were being used for a fire flew up and landed in [...]

Falling is never good at any age, but is a particularly hazardous event for the elderly, who are not able to reduce the impact of a fall as well as those of younger ages. Most falls occur in women, and the risk increases with age. Fully two thirds of those who experience a fall will [...]

Indoor air quality is becoming an increasingly important issue these days, with the increase in pollutants not only from the outside environment, but also from common items inside your home, such as carpets, furniture made with particle board, household cleaning products, paint and even air fresheners. So what can you do to help ensure that [...]

Thiamine (also known as vitamin B1) was the first of the B-vitamins to be discovered, and works synergistically with the other vitamins in the B-complex family. It helps to convert food into energy and supports healthy skin, hair and nails. It is also used to calm nerves, often referred to as the “anti-stress” vitamin. Vitamin [...]

The substance responsible for giving deep red fruits and vegetables their color is a carotenoid called lycopene.  Like other carotenoids, it is an antioxidant that works to destroy cell-damaging free radicals.  However, it is better than other carotenoids in maintaining the integrity of our cell membranes, making them more effective in allowing nutrients to enter, [...]

Circadian Rhythms: What They Mean for Your Health, Happiness and Performance   If you want to be in top form for that important meeting with a new client, it's probably best not to arrange it for 2:00 in the afternoon.  Likewise, training for a marathon is not a good idea first thing in the morning [...]

Many people see yoga as being a calm, peaceful form of exercise (which it is) that does not put any stress on the body (which it definitely can).  The truth is that yoga is very good exercise, and may be particularly useful for individuals who have difficulty practicing other forms of exercise because of pain [...]

Vitamin B6 (also known as pyridoxine) is another of the water-soluble B-complex vitamins, involved in a number of important functions, including the body’s metabolic activity. It metabolizes sugars, fats and amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein. Another important function is its role in the synthesis of neurotransmitters, and in the creation of [...]