According to the CDC, high blood pressure has been a factor in over 400,000 deaths. Geography, lifestyle and climate are also contributors, but the underlying factor is hypertension. Not surpsrisingly, Texas scores pretty high in people over thirty – for no one can wear a cowboy had and belt that tight for very long without causing significant damage.

One of the greatest sciences of the last couple of hundred years has been genetics, a subcategory in the realm of biology. Genetics play an important role in DNA, heritability, and the overall health of our lives. The science of genes isn’t settled because studies, experiments, and further learnings are part and parcel of genetics. Do you think you know …

Digestive issues can cause symptoms that are extremely unfavourable, such as heartburn, constipation, diarrhea, and nausea. With such symptoms causing discomfort, pain, and at times, embarrassing, it is only natural that you want to do what you can to avoid them. This might involve finding resources about digestive health, or even consulting a medical professional. In addition, here are five …

All families produce household waste and, sometimes, are oblivious of the fact that some of it can be recycled. We tend to throw everything into the bin. The result is that a lot of recyclable waste ends up in landfills. Ideally, waste should first be recycled at the source. For instance, if you have a garden, most biodegradable waste can …

A new study is making headlines: Millennial women are more likely to be depressed during pregnancy than women from other generations. The experts said that pregnant millennials are less likely to have financial and interpersonal resources than their generational predecessors, which are two things that make young women worried. Ultimately, women of all ages can exhibit signs of depression in …

At first, you’re just not feeling positive. Then, you start to feel down. Eventually, your work suffers and you get reprimanded for your shoddy work. Before you know it, something triggers your depression and now you’re having a hard time coping. This seems like a nightmare of quicksand, but it is reality for millions of people worldwide.

Who doesn’t love to run? It is one of the greatest exercises known to man. It is you against nature, against man, against animal. It is incredible when you want to clear your mind or unleash some frustration and anger. There is no other greater thrill than running.

Fluctuations in weight are normal however if you’ve gained weight in a short period of time, it is likely due to an underlying cause. Please note, if your weight gain is affecting your quality of life and you do not know the cause, we strongly recommend seeing a family physician. In the meantime, here are a few possible causes which …

Psychotherapy involves a lot more than just a shrink sitting down and talking to a patient. There are many techniques shrinks employ to help patients recover from their mental illness or resolve personal issues. Just as no two people can suffer from the same form of depression, there is no standard treatment for everyone. Based on their experience, a shrink …

Are you sleeping with lower back pain jabbing at every pore of your body? You may be one of the many people suffering from a lower back pain epidemic. According to the Canadian Chiropractic Association, about half of Canadians suffer from low back pain, and up to 85 percent of working people can expect to endure the pain of lower …