4th of July is upon us and for most it's a time to relax, spend time with friends and family, and have some fun. As you celebrate, we suggest these tips for staying healthy and safe this holiday weekend.

Stress and anxiety affect millions of people. In fact, several studies have shown between 75 - 95% of all visits to primary care physicians are due to stress related issues. When untreated, stress can have a negative effect on all of the body's key symptoms. While many prescription drugs are used to treat stress, there are also several natural stress remedies available to help you combat stress.

Can you believe that only 10% of the standard American food intake is made up of fruits and vegetables? Since these foods are the main sources of vitamins and minerals, many Americans are deficient. The Nutritional Guidelines for Americans has singled out the key nutrients that Americans may be deficient in. Some on the list are so low that deficiency poses a real public health risk

Have you ever wondered why you eye suddenly starts twitching or why you start hiccupping uncontrollably and simply can´t stop? According to experts, there are medical reasons for these strange occurrences that happen to us all.