If you have an overactive bladder, you likely experience a sudden urge to urinate, even when your bladder isn't full. Also known as urge incontinence, this feeling can be a nuisance. But when the urge
Including protein-rich foods in your diet is vital for maintaining overall health and well-being. But how much protein do you need and what are the best sources of this essential macronutrient? Why we need protein
Healthy skin stretches when bumped or pulled. Fragile skin rips open. This is especially common on the forearms and calves. We managed many skin tears in our clinic. In fact, we had a ready
Sciatica isn’t actually a health condition; it’s a symptom, and a misnamed one at that. Sciatica refers to the symptoms of buttock, thigh, and leg pain, but it can arise from a variety of
For people who have diabetes—or almost any other disease, for that matter—the benefits of exercise can't be overstated. Exercise helps control weight, lower blood pressure, lower harmful LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, raise healthy HDL
On average, adults who don’t do strength training on a regular basis can lose 4 to 6 pounds of muscle per decade. Over time, loss of muscle strength can put everyday activities out of
Try these strategies to accomplish winter tasks, despite hand arthritis. The pain and stiffness of hand arthritis make it hard to do anything that requires nimble fingers or a strong grip. And for some people,
While we tend to associate broken bones with younger children roughhousing on the playground, as we age, our bones can become more brittle. Gradual bone loss with aging may also lead to osteoporosis, a disease
Plyometrics are dynamic exercises that help build strength, power, balance, and agility, although starting slow and simple is best As a kid, I spent many Saturdays romping around my Florida neighborhood imitating Colonel Steve
Q. Does exercise raise or lower your blood pressure? And what's the best type of exercise for blood pressure? A. While you are exercising, your blood pressure (along with your pulse) goes up, to supply the additional
