By: Mike Geary, Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certified Personal TrainerI'd like to start a little discussion today about carbohydrates... and in particular, "white foods" as well as potatoes. One reason I wanted to mention this is because so many health and fitness professionals trash talk potatoes about being a bad carbohydrate choice because of the high glycemic index. Some even say such ridiculous things as "avoid any and all white carbohydrates".Ok, now while I ... Read Full Story

If you have a family history of osteoarthritis then you have a higher chance of developing the disease yourself. Besides genetic predisposition, osteoarthritis can be present in those who are overweight or those who routinely put stress on the particular joint. Injury is also a culprit.Osteoarthritis affects the joints in the body, most commonly the spine, hips, knees, feet and hands. It is caused by the wearing down of cartilage between these joints, causing bones to rub together. This cause... Read Full Story

Are you losing your head because you're losing your hair? Although it's quite normal to lose a few strands daily, excessive hair fall can lead to bald patches and ultimately, baldness. This is especially true for men who, unlike women, are prone to baldness due to their genetic makeup. Testosterone, the same hormone which makes you feel manly and all, is the culprit. Once this hormone comes in contact with your hair follicles, it's converted into DHT, or dihydrotestosterone, which... Read Full Story

Have you ever wanted sex to last longer than you could go? If you answered yes, then you are probably among men who encounter the same problem in bed. Indeed, the inability to last longer is something that many men regard as their biggest sexual problems. While most may view erection as dependent on sex drive, this is not always the case- sometimes the drive is present but the penis just does not cooperate. A decrease in sex drive and a not-so-firm erection can be caused by several factors.F... Read Full Story

Loss of sexual interest among women is a serious problem that often causes stress among couples. According to Dr. Holzapfel of Sunnybrook and Women's College Hospital in Toronto, about 30% of women in every age range are experiencing loss of sexual interest. The reasons behind this loss vary from woman to woman, so men can only speculate as to why their partners have no sexual appetite; but men who are eager to bring back the sexual enthusiasm of their partners seek professional help to s... Read Full Story

The fountain of youth - such metaphorical piece of myth that alludes to immortality has been used over and over again on different forms of literature both in the past and in the present. Oftentimes, the fountain of youth's classification as myth is challenged from time to time with some expeditions or travels that claim to have finally found the fountain's location. Nonetheless, this recurring symbol of eternal youth in most forms of literature and art, verifies man's innate affi... Read Full Story

Human Growth Hormone (HGH) is the big talk around town these days. There's a ton of controversy out there about this wonder hormone. It's been all over the news. It's a household name now because of some of MLB baseball's biggest names (Roger Clemens and Andy Petite) supposedly took this stuff. Well Roger denies it and Andy admits it (decide for yourself). Many people out there believe HGH is some dangerous substance that should be avoided. These people may are not fully... Read Full Story

Sure, you may think organic foods are better for you. But, have you ever seen any proof that the higher-priced organic foods you purchase are actually any more healthy than their conventional counterparts? Have you ever questioned if they are really more healthy? You're not alone. Even agencies that offer health related advice on the foods we eat have been questioning if organic foods are really more nutritious, often siting the lack of scientific evidence. These questions may finally be ... Read Full Story

If you have ever considered using complementary or alternative medicine (CAM for short), you may have asked yourself "will my insurance cover this". The answer will probably disappoint you. The truth is, very few health plans cover complementary or alternative medical treatments. It's almost as if the insurance companies are in cahoots with big medicine and the drug companies. They turn their cheek at the idea of CAM being an accredited form of treatment for disease, illness... Read Full Story

There's some promising news for those battling various types of cancer including Mesothelioma. A Clinic Specializing in treating and curing cancer has been achieving amazing results. Founded in 2003, Immuno-Technologies Cancer Clinic (ITL)uses alternative and complementary medicine to combat cancer and stop it at it's source. The website states, "At ITL Cancer Clinic we use alternative and complementary cancer medicines to treat cancer aggressively with few or no side effects. ... Read Full Story