Unveiling the First of the B Vitamins There are several B vitamins that are important for use in the body. Vitamin B1, or Thiamine, was discovered as being the first B vitamin –  hence its numeral placement. Kanehiro Takaki was a Japanese doctor who first noticed the nutritional factor it contains in foods like milk and vegetables. Robert Koch, a Dutch physician, discovered that anyone who had a deficiency in the complex vitamin would develop beriberi which can cause extreme weakness. Sufferers would also develop symptoms such as anorexia, irritability and tingling, numbing and burning sensations at the extremities as...

 What is Cervical Cancer in Women? Our bodies have an amazing ability at defense against anything that could be harmful. The immune system disposes of or prevents pathogens from numerous invasions we encounter on a daily basis— but unfortunately it is not full proof protection against everything. Cancer is one of the new rises today and cervical cancer in specific, is the 5th most common type in women worldwide. Cervical cancer is a form of cancer that takes place when the cells grow exponentially. The cervix which is the lower part of the uterus that joins with the vagina. This...

The Pros of Running Everyone knows that running is a great form of exercise.  It's the only sport that requires no special equipment other than a pair of shoes, no expensive club membership, and it's something practically anyone can do.  Running burns calories, helps to tone muscles, allows you to de-stress, get some fresh air and can build your confidence.  Whether you just run around the block, are training for your next 5K, or are an experienced marathoner, you probably have recognized the benefits for yourself and have enjoyed the camaraderie of other runners. The Cons of Running As beneficial as...

Arthritis Pain Many people may experience arthritis during any time in their life. The effects can be detrimental to daily living, and frankly. it is down right annoying. They can hinder you from doing even little tasks, and make you feel or think less of yourself. What if you felt this kind of pain every day? Millions of people around the world do. Arthritis is a condition described as stiffness and swelling of the joints. Joints are something in the body that align two bone together. When a person has arthritis, these joints start to lose lubrication it once had. They start to...