Inflammation as a bodily process is not always a bad thing, depending on the circumstances. There are two primary types of inflammation that occur in the body, localized and systemic inflammation. …
Concussion
Football season is right around the corner, and with it comes the rather recent interest in concussion safety. In the last few years, the lasting effects of concussions and cumulative brain injuries …
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Time and again I have mentioned the importance of including omega-3 fatty acids as a part of a healthy diet. Decades of research have been devoted to discovering the many benefits of omega-3s, and a …
Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting is a broad term that covers a wide variety of eating schedules. In its simplest form, intermittent fasting will reduce the total amount of calories consumed. This can be done …
Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
The benefits of exercise are enormous. Heart health, brain function, mood, weight loss, and bone structure, among other things, can all be improved with proper exercise. However, like most things, …
The Ketogenic Diet
A new diet trend that has gained popularity both in the medical community and among everyday health seekers is the ketogenic diet. The ketogenic diet is based on the body’s ability to switch into a …