St. John’s wort, also known as hypericum perforatum, is a flowering plant of the genus Hypericum and has been used as a medicinal herb for its antidepressant and anti-inflammatory properties for over 2,000 years. The Greek physicians of the first century recommended the use of St. John’s wort for its medicinal...
Exercise is a great way of managing high blood pressure (hypertension). If you’re physically active, you’re likely to have a stronger heart that pumps blood with less effort, decreasing the force on your arteries. In one study, sedentary older adults who started exercising saw their systolic blood pressure...
Improving Mental And Physical Health Through Exercise Being mentally resilient is a huge advantage when it comes to coping with life's ups and downs. It means you can keep your determination on track, while being able to focus on an end goal and do what's necessary...
Whether it's a pesky patch of dry skin or a sprinkling of acne along the jawline, most of us struggle with our skin from time to time. Visit any pharmacy and you'll find a wealth of products promising to transform your skin from the outside...
America's stress levels are as high as ever, according to a new survey. The annual “Stress in America” survey of more than 3,000 adults finds that many Americans are worried about the future of the country, with 59 percent saying this is the lowest point in U.S. history...
There’s nothing worse than doing the weekly shop when you’re not sure what to put in your trolley – no wonder those with high cholesterol can struggle. But you can turn detective and hunt out the healthy options with our guide to food shopping when you have...
If you suffer from sugar, carb or salt cravings then you know how hard to resist they can be, and how easy it is to fall off the wagon because of cravings. In this short video Dr Amen is going to share with you 6 tips...
No gimmicks, no lies. Just 16 science-based nutrition strategies to jump-start your slim down. Making small, specific goals is key to losing weight long-term — but now can you get motivated now? Check out our favorite, no-fail jump-starts to feeling like your old self (i.e. back into...
If you’re one of those people who pops out of bed and then straight out the door to get to your workout or go to the gym, then this isn’t for you. On the other hand, it is for you if you are one of...
How to Avoid Overeating: Be Present and Accountable You know better. You know you know better. You’ve heard all about calories in, calories out and you know that overeating is the easiest way to kill a workout (or weight loss) program. However, despite your best intentions,...