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Why you might consider probiotics

According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, a division of the National Institutes of...
Announcing “Grab ‘n Go’ online ordering and in-car pickup.

Mackie’s 5 locally-operated GNC franchise locations are have begun making limited products available for ordering online with...
Developing Hand Strength

Your maximum handgrip strength is more than an indication of muscular strength. It can segment people at...
Vitamins That Support Lung Function

On March 13th, the Wall Street Journal published a Special Report, “Navigating the Coronavirus,” which provided background...
Mackie’s 5 GNC franchise locations are open and ready to serve you!

Just a note to remind our customers that Mackie’s GNCs are open and ready to serve you...
Proper Ankle Range of Motion Is Important to Prevent Knee Injury

Tulsaspineandrehab.com comments that, “the kinetic chain is a philosophy in which the body has an alternating pattern...
Immunity Update

Thailand Medical News recently reported that, “a new research study by researchers from Wenzhou Medical University in...
Glycine and Tryptophan may reduce risk of gout

According to Mayoclinic.org, “gout is a common and complex form of arthritis that can affect anyone. It’s...
Building the Foundation to a Better Upright Posture

Developing a strong upper back helps to prevent shoulder joint and capsule injuries, especially for those people,...
Mackie adds Zinc to his top picks for building immunity

Since I released Mackie’s top 5 picks to build a strong immune system last week, a report...
Probiotics May Reduce the Risk of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

The prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)—defined as an excessive accumulation of fat in liver tissue,...
Mackie’s take on pressing health issues of the day

In today’s world—filled with global financial and health risks, it can be quite comforting in unsettling times...
Balancing Shoulder Mechanics to Prevent Injury

The serratus anterior (SA) and trapezius play important roles in moving and stabilizing the scapula during upper...
Endurance Exercise & Strength Training Improves Skeletal Muscle Metabolism

As we age, especially after 60, our body is exposed to the effects of sarcopenia, the aging...
Preventing Chronic Ankle Instability

According to the December issue of the Journal of Athletic Training, “lateral ankle sprains (LAS’s) are common...
The Mediterranean Diet Reduces Breast Cancer Risk

According to Life Expectancy and Mortality Rates in the United States, 1959-2017, which appeared on Jamanetworkopen.com in...
Targeting low back discomfort

The piriformis muscle, located on the outside of the butt (gluteal) muscles, aids hip rotation. Since the...
US Life Expectancy Has Decreased in Recent Times

According to Life Expectancy and Mortality Rates in the United States, 1959-2017, which appeared on Jamanetworkopen.com in...
Developing Strong Wrists & Forearms

Strengthening the wrist and forearm is important to not only prevent unwanted elbow injuries, but also help...
Leucine Helps Prevents Muscle Loss with Advanced Age

According to research—Beneficial Effects of Leucine Supplementation on Criteria for Sarcopenia: A Systematic Review—which appears in the...
Serena Williams training secrets: knee drop

When you’re at a WTA tennis tournament or a Grand Slam, the training philosophy transitions from performance...
Aerobic & Resistance Exercise Help to Stabilize Blood Sugar in Type 2 Diabetics

Modes of aerobic exercise include cycling, aerobic classes, dancing, calisthenics, jumping rope, swimming, running, and walking. Resistance...
Serena Williams training secrets: strengthening the ankle

When you’re at a WTA tennis tournament or a Grand Slam, the training philosophy transitions from performance...
Curcumin: much more than just a spice

Curcumin (curcuma longa linn) – a polyphenol compound extracted from the spice turmeric—offers multiple biological activities. Research...
Building Hamstring Endurance

Last week I showed you a hamstring strengthening exercise using a stable chair against a wall. Using...