Archive for the 'Health News' Category

Canker Sores – A Real Pain in the Mouth

Saturday, August 14th, 2010

Canker Sores – A Real Pain in the Mouth Better Life Experts | August 11, 2010 Canker sores are small ulcers that appear in the mouth or on the inner lips and are caused by a number of factors. Canker sores are not contagious and are generally the result of inflammation rather than infection. They [...]

Which brand of fitness equipment leads the way?

Sunday, July 11th, 2010

CYBEX The Cybex Arc Trainer was a leading factor why NBC’s “Biggest Loser” show signed a multi-year deal with Cybex to be the official fitness equipment partner of the show.  Over 60 pieces will be featured on the show including a new Arc Trainer. The Biggest Loser chose to replace all its ellipticals with the [...]

Power Plate Gives Rafael Nadal Court Advantage at the 2010 French Open

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

Irvine, Calif. (June 7, 2010) – Before stepping onto the court, 2010 French Open winner Rafael Nadal steps up to the Plate. Ranked number one in the world, with seven Grand Slam Singles Titles, a record 18 ATP World Tour Masters 1000 Tournaments and the 2008 Olympic gold medal under his belt, Nadal is one of many elite athletes who integrate Power Plate machines into their training regimes to help them stay at the top of their game and maintain their competitive edge.

Organic Food

Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010

I have been a believer in going organic for a long time now. Every time that people look in my fridge, they are always surprised to see organic yogurt, eggs, milk, and various produce. They always ask why? Don’t you think that your just paying extra for the same thing? Although I do pay a [...]

Coffee: The Pro’s and Con’s

Sunday, March 7th, 2010

Over the years, we have heard to stay away from caffeine, especially coffee because it was being classified as a drug. “Say no to drugs” has been our world-wide motto and this campaign was affecting the coffee bean industry; however, there has never been a study or test that has proven coffee or caffeine has a connection to a heart condition or any other medical problem. Drinking about 2 cups of coffee could possibly cause a rapid heart beat in a small percentage of people and could temporarily raise their body temperature.

Are You In Sync With Your Body Clock?

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

Why is it that certain people are more productive and active at certain times of the day than others are? It’s because we each have our own unique internal body clock. We need to synchronize our daily schedules with our circadian rhythms to enjoy and make the most of our waking hours.

The Mask of Parkinson’s By Robert Bochnak

Friday, February 19th, 2010

Researchers explore the communications hurdles faced by those with Parkinson’s Disease and how they can be overcome.

MOST BC AND ALBERTA RESIDENTS HAVE ABANDONED LAST YEAR’S FITNESS RESOLUTION

Friday, January 15th, 2010

January 4, 2010 (Vancouver, BC) – A new Ipsos Reid online poll conducted on behalf of Fitness Town Canada reveals that British Columbia and Alberta residents haven’t done a good job at keeping up with their fitness and healthy lifestyle resolutions from last New Year’s. Only one-third (33%) of those who made a fitness or healthy lifestyle resolution say they are still sticking to it, with British Columbians (37% sticking to it) doing a little better than Albertans (24% sticking to it). One-quarter (24%) of those making a resolution kept it for a month or less. Another quarter (26%) kept their resolution for two to three months, and 16% kept at it for four to eleven months.