A blood clot behind the knee is a type of venous thromboembolism. It is a serious condition that can lead to life-threatening complications, such as a pulmonary embolism. The popliteal vein runs behind the knee and transports blood back up to the heart. When a blood clot forms in this vein, doctors refer to it… Read More: Medical News Today: What to know about a blood clot… »
Fast-food outlets are abundant and, while fast food has a reputation for being unhealthful, a growing number of the big chains are adding more nutritious options to their menus. Outlets that allow greater customization of orders tend to have lower calorie or more nutritious choices. However, there are healthful options on the menu of most… Read More: The best healthful fast-food options »
Contributed by Francesca Hawker, the founder and owner of The 321 Effect Like many people, I’ve struggled with my weight and my self-confidence over the years. I’ve tried every single diet out there, I have spent money on pills, plans, memberships and inch loss wraps. If I’m being really honest, I’ve even tried liposuction. Finally,… Read More: Forget weight loss and fad diets. Aim for holistic health… »
Daily exercise can help you maintain your weight, boost your mood, and keep illnesses like heart disease and type 2 diabetes at bay. While committing to a workout regimen can be challenging, you may also face roadblocks once you begin, and one of the most common is taking a few common exercise myths at face… Read More: 5 Exercise Myths That Could Be Affecting How You View… »