University of Tennessee provides funding as a member of The Conversation US. One of my favorite activities is going to the zoo where I live in Knoxville when it first opens and the animals are most ...

When we think of our overall health, we often tend to overlook certain body parts that need our attention — like the triceps of the arm, the calves of our legs. Likewise, the knees are one of the ...

Toe hair thinning can be a surprising indicator of your vascular health and metabolism. Poor blood flow, often linked to insulin resistance and conditions like type-2 diabetes, deprives hair follicles ...

When looking for the best shoes for knee pain, you should make sure that the sneakers have stability, cushion (but not too much cushion) and arch support. “A stable heel support is critical, and ...

Ask someone in the weight room to point to their trapezius muscle, or “traps” in gym-speak, and they’ll probably gesture toward the small mounds of muscle nestled in between their neck and shoulders.

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Can fidgeting and belly laughing keep your heart ticking? Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the US since ...

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If your shoulder workouts have begun to feel more like maintenance sessions, with few results to show for your endless reps, it might be time to change things up. Despite the dizzying list of shoulder ...

Clubbed nails have a distinctive curvature and softness. This nail change can be harmless, but it may be a sign of lung or heart disease. Seeking medical care if your nails change shape or become ...

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