When your legs ache, you can usually lie down and relax to alleviate your symptoms. But for people who suffer from Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS for short), relaxing only makes them hurt more. According to the National Institutes of Health, as many as... Read more
Is your hair looking a little worse for wear these days, no matter what you do to it? If so, you could be walking around with a head full of split ends. Split ends form when your hair's cuticles wear down and fray, which can occur if you color, c... Read more
We all feel down sometimes. Whether your issue is a symptom of chronic depression or just a short-term bad mood, finding ways to lift your spirits is key to feeling better and living healthier. There are a variety of options that can help improve you... Read more
We all know how fantastic working out is for your health. But what happens when your workouts aren't delivering the results you want? Or you're not getting the results you think you should be getting? While any kind of physical activity is go... Read more
If you're prone to frequent heartburn symptoms, there are lots of simple things to try before you see your doctor. If one of more of these solutions works for you, great! If not, make an appointment to discover if your heartburn is really a sympt... Read more
I read an article that says it is a good idea to have whey protein in the morning, and casein proteins in the evening, as whey jumpstarts things and casein works best in an overnight setting- obviously I'm skipping the science behind this!
Just... Read more
I have lost 40 pounds and have kept 36 off for 3 years. YAY!!! Do you think a person has a weight that the body feels comfortable at? I workout 6 days a week and burn 2x the amount of calories I am supposed too. Of course, I know that the calorie... Read more
I was looking at all the different kinds of pancake syrups and was hoping to find a reasonably priced natural one from actual maple syrup. The cheapest one was slightly under $7.00 and then I looked at another one. This one had no high fructose corn... Read more
What is the difference between natural peanut butters and ones that are "simple" or less ingredients? I looked at at the differences between two brands and did see a little difference, not a boatload though. I am thinking about trying a different kin... Read more
2 Types of carbs.. natural and manmade. Natural carbs are slow digesting carbs which serve well to get energy benefits & man made carbs tend to trigger insulin release.Natural carbs are in wild rice, beans, fruits and red potatoes....Popcorn is a low... Read more
Arkansans encouraging and supporting one another in our effort to lead a healthier lifestyle through fitness and nutrition. Welcome to the Natural State.... Read more
A Warning on Overuse Injuries for Youths from The New York Times
Tofu Love from Peas & Thank You
Best Superfoods for Weight Loss from Health.com
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup (made with Greek yogurt!) from fANNEtastic food
10 All-Natural Allergy R... Read more
Last week I was feeling under the weather and determined I was suffering from allergies. Well, that allergy attack morphed into a behemoth of a head cold, which then bestowed upon me a wicked sinus infection and clogged ears. Around the same time I b... Read more
SparkPeople members recommend 29 ways they use simple tips and tricks to manage pain every day. Try these drug-free remedies and share you own pain-relief solutions.