Although it may be an annoying habit to listen to, there is no conclusive evidence to the myth that cracking your knuckles causes arthritis. A study involving 300 people, 74 of whom were self-proclaimed habitual “knuckle-crackers” revealed that there was no increased incidence of arthritis in the “cracking” group.1 The cause of that loud “popping” [...]

Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue which leads to increased bone fragility and risk of fracture. Osteoporosis is known as the “silent thief” because bone loss occurs without symptoms. So what can we do to help prevent this disease from becoming our reality? A healthful diet with [...]