Turmeric, the bright-orange root so frequently used in the cuisine of India and Asia, has been a revered cooking ingredient for centuries. Modern research, however, is also delving into its incredible array of health-promoting benefits. According to National Institutes of Health, “Today, turmeric is used as a dietary supplement for inflammation; arthritis; stomach, skin, liver, and gallbladder problems; cancer; and other… Read More
Sports participation is a major cause of serious injury among youth making sports activities, the second most frequent cause of injury for male and female adolescents. According to John Hopkins Medicine, 30 million children and teens participate in some form of organized sports in which more than 2.6 million children, 19 years of age and younger, are treated annually in… Read More
I've been baking quite a bit of bread lately, and I thought it was high time to share some new bread recipes. Â Almost a year ago I posted a very popular recipe for a traditional two-step, 24 hour sourdough bread. Â I love that recipe, and I think that it makes a really delicious, sour bread. Â However, sometimes I want my… Read More
TUESDAY, March 28, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- High-intensity exercise may help older adults reverse certain aspects of the "cellular" aging process, a new study suggests. It's no secret that regular exercise is healthy for young and old alike. But researchers said the new findings point to particular benefits from "high-intensity interval training" for older adults. That's the type of workout… Read More
Tobi Amusan continues to dominate the 100m hurdles as she clocked the fastest qualifying time in the 100m hurdles (12.75) Friday morning at the 90th Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays, presented by Spectrum. The sophomore will compete at 1:17 p.m. (MT) and will be televised on the Longhorn Network. The women’s 4x400m relay team also qualified for Saturday’s final, advancing with… Read More
A stomach ache can strike for all kinds of reasons, from contaminated food to chronic disease. It passes, sure, but the pain, headache, diarrhea, vomiting and other classic symptoms of stomach flu ensure a crummy couple of days It can be tough to know what to put in your body when you're dealing with an upset stomach, but there are… Read More
Plantar fasciitis is a common affliction affecting many athletes, in particular runners. Adam Smith has written a great piece in the September issue of Sports Injury Bulletin outlining the relevant anatomy, how the injury occurs, how to differentiate from other similar pathologies, such as neural irritation in the tarsal tunnel, and finally how to manage it. Speaking from experience as… Read More
The talk in soccer circles this week is the imminent return to action of Theo Walcott, the Arsenal and England star who damaged his knee back at the start of 2014. After 286 days of rehab, Walcott made a return to Arsenal's Under 21 team last week. This has left journalists salivating at finding out when he will be returning… Read More
Ingesting high-concentration hydrogen peroxide as a "natural cure" or cleansing agent may land you in the emergency room, health experts caution. Of particular concern are alternative drinking "therapies" that proactively promote the health benefits of potent peroxide. These so-called "super water" cures are anything but curative, researchers said, with ingestion leading to heart attack, stroke, and in some cases, death.… Read More
The Division of Workers’ Compensation recognized Shelton & Shelton Plumbing, LP in Killeen and Texas Hydraulics, Inc. in Temple for exemplary workplace safety programs and low rates of work-related injuries and illnesses. The Division presented the companies with the Division of Workers’ Compensation’s (DWC’s) Lone Star Safety Program Award. “I’m proud to award these Texas employers for their outstanding safety… Read More
All marathon runners eventually slow down. But, a new study finds that whether a runner is average or elite, or whether they are a man or a woman, may determine at what age and how much their pace will decline. The researchers reviewed 2001-2016 data from three of the largest U.S. marathons -- Boston, Chicago and New York City. "We… Read More
Interesting Facts About Peripheral Neuropathy That You Need To Know Almost everyone is well aware of what peripheral neuropathy means as well as its symptoms. However, many people will be surprised to know that tingling sensation, numbness and pain aren’t the only symptoms experienced by people with peripheral neuropathy. The symptoms of this condition are subjective to the type of… Read More
Many of us experience back and neck pain. But when is it the right time to see a chiropractor for a diagnosis or treatment? And can they really help? The answer is yes. Chiropractors have been around for a hundred years, and are licensed doctors who are required to pass a series of four national board exams and are regulated… Read More
This edition of MRM Talking With is focused on Millennials. Stacie Sopinka, Vice President of Product Development and Innovation at US Foods shares with Modern Restaurant Management magazine her views on millennial dining and food trends and why it's important for restaurateurs to understand this demographic. In its new Spring Scoop, US Foods aims to help local chefs and independent restaurants… Read More
What Is Neck Pain (Cervical Pain)? The cervical spine is a marvelous and complex structure. It is capable of supporting a head weighing 15 or more pounds while moving in several directions. No other region of the spine has such freedom of movement. This combination however, complexity and mobility, make the neck susceptible to pain and injury. <img class="imagecache wysiwyg_imageupload… Read More
Fitbits and other wrist-worn fitness devices promise to keep track of your heart rate, but new research suggests they are less accurate than thought during certain exercises. "If you need to know your heart rate with accuracy when exercising -- either because you are training for a marathon or have safe heart rate limits set by your doctor, perhaps due… Read More
Fluoride is a man-made element that derives from fluorine. According to the declassified documents of the Manhattan Project, the U.S. military group which built the atomic bomb, fluoride was the main chemical utilized during the atomic bomb production. Tremendous quantities of the element were necessary for manufacturing bomb-grade uranium as well as plutonium for nuclear weapons throughout the Cold War.… Read More
Slim-Down Strategies For Busy People If packing your lunch, cooking dinner every night, and getting to the gym regularly sound like things you'll be able to do half past never, you may think that real weight loss just isn't in the cards for you right now. It's true: healthy weight loss can be a time commitment, especially if… Read More
What Is Sciatica? Sciatica specifically refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg, along the distribution of the the sciatic nerve down the back of the leg. Most commonly however, people will refer to any condition that causes back pain in association with leg symptoms as sciatica. Common Causes: True sciatica occurs when there is pressure on, or… Read More