Age related macular degeneration or AMD refers to the disease of the eye that is associated with aging. This disorder is associated with gradual degeneration of the portion of the eye (macula) that allows one to see fine details of objects being seen. This kind of vision referred to as central vision is necessary for activities such as reading and driving. Macular degeneration is common among the aged and is generally not associated with pain ...

Medical research has proven that people who sit in a sedentary position all day long at work are in for serious medical problems.  In addition to muscle pain, stiff neck and carpal tunnel syndrome, there are new problems coming to light.  The solution to all of these issues is performing simple stretching exercises at the work station. Why is it Important to Stretch at Work? It does not matter if a person is overweight or thin, ...

As I have progressed through the years as a trainer, you learn to continually keep up with all the new information that is out there.  For years, experts would say to lose fat, you need to do slow and steady cardio exercises.  Maybe you walk on the treadmill at a nice pace for 45 minutes. That takes time and what we have found it is a waste of energy. In today's day and age, who has a spare 45 minutes to do cardio AND spend more time ...

When someone thinks about an eating disorder the condition is most commonly associated with women and young girls.  However, there are just as many men in the United States as there are women that suffer from some form of an eating disorder, though the statistics will vary because of the stigma men attach to the condition.  Most research surrounding eating disorders have been conducted on women, but approximately 10% of the 8 million su ...

What is insulin allergy and resistance? Insulin is a natural hormone produced in the pancreas in our body. This hormone is essential for the maintenance of blood glucose levels in our body. Insulin helps the different cells and tissues in our body to utilize glucose for energy production. Diabetes is a chronic disorder that is characterized by a deficiency of insulin in our body. This necessitates the administration of synthetic insulin to hel ...