Have your plans to get in shape ever started off by signing an expensive gym contract, or buying a pair of running shoes with the promise that you’ll get up each morning to jog? If you’ve tried exercising alone, like many of us have, there’s a good chance that you’ve experienced the most common outcome – loss of motivation and unmet fitness goals. Trying to get in shape by yourself...

People have been using garlic to treat bacterial infections for centuries, but only recently have the mechanisms behind this natural remedy been explained by science. The active ingredient in garlic, that is known to have a variety of anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal affects, is called allicin. Recently, allicin, in the form of an extract, has been getting a lot of media coverage a...

Many adults with misaligned teeth are turning to Invisalign or other types of clear, removable teeth aligners to fix their bite and have a more cosmetic smile. Invisalign is a series of clear plastic molds that fit over the teeth; they gently push the teeth into proper alignment and, for many people, are a great alternative for wearing traditional metal braces. Advantages of Using Invisalign ...

The other day, after a vicious jujitsu session at the gym, I noticed some pain coming from the side of the knee on the inner side of my leg. After some research, I found out that I had sustained a medial collateral ligament injury. Fortunately, my sprain appears only light, and I should be back at the gym in a short amount of time. Here’s a summary of what I learnt about MCL injuries...