Mindfulness in Sports: How to Meditate to Be a Better Athlete
For all the blood, sweat and tears the best athletes pour into improving their game, there is a more subtle, yet just as impactful training routine that…
Mind Over Matter: The Power Of Positive Thinking
Positive thinking, often referred to as the practice of optimism, is a mindset that focuses on seeing the bright side of life and embracing hopeful perspectives. Some…
When Vitamins and Supplements Do More Harm Than Good
In 2021 alone, US poison control centers reported over 50,000 cases of vitamin toxicity. That begs the question: Can you really have too much of a good…
5 Simple Lifestyle Habits For A Stronger Immune System
The immune system defends our bodies from harmful invaders, such as viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens ‘round the clock. Yet, we barely notice this complex network of…
How to Identify Genetic Disorders With At-Home DNA Testing
Genetic science has evolved to revolutionize the way we understand and approach healthcare. For the average person, the open book that is our genetic code is finally…
What is Childhood Dementia?
The words childhood dementia don’t usually go together and may even sound like an oxymoron. We don’t tend to think of children when we think of dementia,…
Stress in Children: How To Help Your Child Deal With Stress
Stress in children is more common than you think, and childhood is not necessarily a carefree time in one’s life. It’s easier to spot the signs of…
Achilles Heel Spur: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
What is an Achilles heel spur, what causes this condition, and what can you do about it? These are the questions you might be asking if you’ve…
What To Do If You’re A Carrier of A Genetic Mutation
People who have a family history of diseases feel concerned about finding out if they are a carrier for a genetic mutation since this means they could…
Do You Have The BRCA Gene That Causes Breast Cancer?
The BRCA genes are the most important genes people can look for during genetic testing, when they’re looking for their genetic risk of developing serious hereditary cancers…
How is Sickle Cell Disease Inherited?
One of the most common inherited diseases is Sickle Cell Disease, an inherited blood disorder that causes many health complications. How is Sickle Cell Disease inherited? By…
Atypical Strengths: The Positive Manner of Autism
If it seems like autism is more prevalent now than it was 15 years ago, there are a few reasons why. For one thing, the advantages of…