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Exercise Helps Reverse Cellular Aging Process in Adults

High-intensity exercise may help older adults reverse certain aspects of the "cellular" aging process, a new study suggests. It's no… Read More

April 4, 2017

Daily Value of Protein According to Different Needs

Wondering exactly how much protein you should be consuming each day? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), which is the minimum amount… Read More

April 3, 2017

Health Issues Associated with Exposure to Pesticides

Pesticides are some of the most harmful substances found in our environment today. The primary function of these chemicals is… Read More

April 3, 2017

The Outcome of Sugar Consumption on the Body

We all know to go easy on the sweet stuff, but what actually happens to your system when you indulge?… Read More

April 3, 2017

The top 10 Health Benefits of Turmeric

Turmeric contains a wide range of antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anticarcinogenic, antimutagenic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also loaded with… Read More

April 3, 2017

6 Ways Turmeric Essential Oil Supports a Healthy Body

Turmeric, the bright-orange root so frequently used in the cuisine of India and Asia, has been a revered cooking ingredient for… Read More

April 3, 2017

April is National Youth Sports Safety Month

Sports participation is a major cause of serious injury among youth making sports activities, the second most frequent cause of… Read More

April 1, 2017

One-Step Sourdough Bread Recipe

I've been baking quite a bit of bread lately, and I thought it was high time to share some new… Read More

April 1, 2017

Relevant Anatomy of Plantar Fasciitis, Heel Pain

Plantar fasciitis is a common affliction affecting many athletes, in particular runners. Adam Smith has written a great piece in… Read More

March 31, 2017

Division of Workers’ Comp Grants Two Company Safety Awards

The Division of Workers’ Compensation recognized Shelton & Shelton Plumbing, LP in Killeen and Texas Hydraulics, Inc. in Temple for… Read More

March 31, 2017

Study Finds, Elite Runner Women’s Pace is First to Decline

All marathon runners eventually slow down. But, a new study finds that whether a runner is average or elite, or… Read More

March 31, 2017

Some Heart Rate Trackers May Work Inaccurately

Fitbits and other wrist-worn fitness devices promise to keep track of your heart rate, but new research suggests they are… Read More

March 30, 2017

Fluoride Consumption & Exposure May Not be Safe

Fluoride is a man-made element that derives from fluorine. According to the declassified documents of the Manhattan Project, the U.S.… Read More

March 30, 2017

The Risk of Concussions in High School Sports

Female soccer players suffer the highest rate of concussions among all high school athletes in the United States, a new… Read More

March 30, 2017

Health Clinic Owner Pleads Guilty to Workers’ Comp Fraud

The owner of a Houston health clinic pled guilty to insurance fraud after billing for medical services – often provided… Read More

March 29, 2017

The Truth About Indoor Air Quality and Health

Many people enjoy spending quality time in the comfort of their own homes. As a matter of fact, a majority… Read More

March 29, 2017

Sports Injuries in Children Specializing in Single Sport

Focusing too much on playing one favorite sport probably isn't a good idea for kids under 12, researchers report. That's… Read More

March 29, 2017

Workers’ Compensation Establishes Division for Fraud Efforts

Since its establishment five months ago, the new in-house fraud unit at the Division of Workers’ Compensation has opened more… Read More

March 28, 2017

Risk Factors & Complications Associated with Diabetes

A research study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in September 2015 demonstrated that nearly 50 percent… Read More

March 28, 2017