Fight Infection… Get a Tattoo

Around 76% of all U.S. adults between the ages of 18-40 have at least one tattoo. The total amount spent annually in the U.S. is a whopping $1,650,500,000! (1) What used to be considered an art form reserved for bikers, criminals, and service members is now widely accepted and you see them everywhere. But did youContinue

This Simple Stretch Might Fix Your Shoulders

The shoulder is a relatively small joint that is used for a great amount of movement. If you have been lifting heavy for a while, suffered some kind of sports-related injury, or just beat it up through age and wear and tear, chances are you have experienced shoulder pain. At the bottom of this article, I’mContinue

What You Should Know About Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Peripheral artery disease (also called peripheral arterial disease, or PAD), is a rather common circulatory problem in which restricted arteries reduce the blood flow to your limbs. When you develop PAD, your extremities, usually your legs, don’t receive enough blood to keep up with your muscle’s demands. When this happens, you may develop symptoms, oftenContinue

Six Ways Having a Pet Can Improve Your Health

After a long day of work or classes, not many things can put a smile on your face as fast as your pet greeting you when you get home. Assuming, of course, it didn’t trash your apartment. Over 65% of American households own a pet, with dogs and cats being the most popular choices. WhetherContinue