Yesterday’s infographic provided a great introduction to type 2 diabetes, and today we are going to go even more in depth. Most people are probably aware that being overweight or physically inactive increases the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes. Other major predictors include having high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and higher than normal glucose […]

Health care spending gets plenty of attention in the United States, and rightfully so considering the national expenditure was $3 trillion in 2014. Researchers are always looking for ways to reduce health care costs, and a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association had very interesting findings on how increasing exercise can […]

If you feel like your job is too stressful and may be harming your health, you are not alone. According to the American Psychological Association, more than one-third of American workers experience chronic work stress, not to mention those dealing with normal levels of stress at work. In fact, The American Institute of Stress says 80% […]

Meditation is primarily thought of as a technique for the mind, and with good reason. Studies have shown that meditation can help reduce stress, depression, anxiety and addiction. However, there is also plenty of research out there which shows meditation may have a tangible effect on physical health too. But before we get to that, […]