If you have headaches regularly, those painful moments might be caused by your diet. Certain foods contain chemicals that are known to cause headaches. Nitrates, for example, can cause migraines. Nitrates are found in bacon, deli meats and hot dogs. MSG, a flavoring used in Chinese food and some snack chips, is known to cause some throbbing headaches. Sometimes cheese and onions can even be the culprit. Keep a food journal to track what you eat before the headache occurs. That way, you’ll know what you need to avoid.  

It’s very common for people to have issues with their knees. It seems knee surgeries are becoming more common everyday. For those of you who have yet to develop knee problems, prevention is key. Certain foods can nourish your knees and help prevent problems in the future. Load up on these vitamin C rich foods: Bell peppers Kiwifruit Tomatoes Oranges Dark green leafy vegetables The vitamins and antioxidants in these foods will give your cells what they need to repair themselves and stay strong.

From Lipitor to Tylenol, many of us take medications on a regular basis. It becomes so second nature that sometimes we don’t stop to notice if our habits are detrimental to the medications themselves.  Here’s some tips. Make sure you store your medication in a cool, dry place. As convenient as it is to place the bottle in your bathroom, the humidity from the shower can damage the medication’s structure and cause it to prematurely expire. Double check if your medication should be taken on an empty or full stomach. Different prescriptions require various protocols, so its best to read the directions and follow accordingly.