Are you exhausted on your quest to find the perfect remedy for your dry hair? If daily conditioning isn’t helping, there could be a myriad of underlying reasons for those lifeless locks. From chemical processes to too much heat exposure, the wa... Read more
Often described as an intense throbbing or pulsing in one specific area of the head, a migraine headache is a condition that can't--and shouldn't--be ignored. This severe headache can last for a few hours or up to several days. People who suf... Read more
There’s no disputing the fact that exercise is good for the human body. So it stands to reason that exercise would also benefit the body's largest organ: its skin. But does working up a sweat actually do anything good for your skin—or... Read more
Headaches can be frustrating, popping up when you're tense, stressed, dehydrated or otherwise unbalanced. It's easy to blame them on the obvious culprits: a late night, a skipped meal or an insane work schedule. But some of your healthiest ha... Read more
Many people understand that there is a connection between poor diet, lack of exercise and the development of heart disease. But your risk of developing cardiovascular disease is the result of a combination of many risk factors. There are two main cat... Read more
Two days ago I started an exercise regiment and immediately saw my weight go up by about 3 pounds. I did not change my diet and ate within my calorie range. Is this normal to gain a few pounds when beginning an exercise regiment?... Read more
I started with Sparkpeople to keep me focused with my foods by journaling everything I eat. I started four weeks ago at 172. I did really well and stayed focused and concentrated on what works for me, staying at appx. 1250 cals a day and I got down... Read more
Is anyone else having problems with their blood sugar readings because of diabetic Gastroparesis? I think I'm eating right and at appropriate times, but then I'll get a 411 or a 40. I know I'm supposed to drink a lot of water when eating, but this... Read more
Back pain is seriously the worst pain of human body. Some of the common causes of Back pains are:
•Driving for long periods without taking a break.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling incorrectly.
• Over Stretching.
• Overuse of the muscl... Read more
It is a fact nearly every modern disease, everything from autoimmune diseases, heart disease, and cancer to obesity, diabetes, and dementia is caused by inflammation. Dr. Mark Hyman says "dietary factors such as excess sugar, refined carbohydrates, s... Read more
Welcome to the BEST team. The name says it ALL. ALL are welcome! We are here to ENCOURAGE , SUPPORT & MOTIVATE one another while we reach our goals. Cause isn't life better with a little BBQ SPICE?... Read more
In recent years running has seen a huge resurgence for those of looking to reclaim their health and meet new goals. But what happens when you are forced to forgo your running due to an inconvenience caused in your training. It can leave many runners... Read more
In some individuals, foods, medications, latex or insect stings cause an immune response. More than 170 food or food additives have been found to cause allergic reactions. However, over ninety percent of those responses come from eight common food ty... Read more
SparkPeople member AQUAGIRL08 struggled with chronic pain unitl she decided to take control of her health through diet and exercise. She offers her best advice anyone dealing with pain.
