Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that counteract medications such as antacids and antibiotics, which kill off good gut bacteria. But they’re only half the story. Prebiotics, on the other hand, feed these bacteria and can help you avoid disease and weight gain.

Low back pain is a common complaint. And with good reason: We spend too much of our time seated. Cobra pose is terrific for not only stretching the lower back, but for relieving tension and strengthening the back at the same time…

Alzheimer’s is being called “type 3 diabetes” because of the way the brain cells of victims die from their inability to use glucose for energy. That’s why an alternative fuel source may save your brain.

Many people assume yoga is all about relaxing and little about fitness. That may be why yoga injuries are on the rise. So it’s all the more important to get the basics down…

When it comes to making a health plan that works and sticking to it, you must also avoid the pitfalls. And when it comes to a subject as complex as headaches and migraines, it’s important to separate myth from fact…

If you struggle with anxiety, you know it’s debilitating. Your brain is like a little chemical factory. It’s constantly churning out chemicals that affect how your body and mind function — that includes chemicals that could cure your chronic anxiety…

If your waistband is feeling extra snug, don’t blame your dryer. More than likely, your stomach is to blame, thanks to eating habits and the digestive problems that they bring.

There’s a little-known breast cancer-preventing fruit used by the Chinese for centuries that is not only easy to use, but has been shown in studies to actually kill tumors and improve your overall health at the same time…

Most of us have suffered through the mind-numbing headache, stomach-turning nausea and disorienting dizziness of a hangover at least once in our lives. Chalk it up to a learning experience and hopefully it doesn’t happen again, right? Here’s one good reason to never let it happen again…

Constipation… If you’re an unlucky sufferer, it can be a real strain, a real pain, and a real concern and worry. Try implementing the following natural everyday strategies to help eliminate your constipation and keep things moving for good…

Ever wonder why you’re more likely to find yourself saddled with a cold or flu-related respiratory infection (or God forbid an even worse respiratory infection like pneumonia) this time of year? Time to get serious about your vitamin…

It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking, “If I could just lose 10… 20… or even 30 pounds, then I’ll be happy.” But, it turns out that there is something far more powerful than weight loss when it comes to feeling better — a balanced diet.