Floppy Feet

As soon as the grass is visible after the first thaw, the flip-flops come out in full force. Girls get the mani-pedi combo to prep for summer. And guys, well, they just throw their stinky socks into the dirty laundry.

What many people don't realize though, is that regularly wearing flip-flops can be quite hazardous to your health. Twisted ankles, shin splints and strained joints are among the injuries that can result from this popular footwear.

The thonged design can cause muscle pain, tendonitis, and forces the toes to scrunch and curl up to keep the flip-flop in place. The moral of the story: Save them for beach and pool-side fun.

Health Myths

Exercise will cure obesity...false.

Running is a healthy workout...not true.

Carbs are needed for energy...wrong again!

These are just a few of several tales that many people believe, and even live by. Sure, maintaining a healthy diet and giving your heart a workout is crucial for a long, healthy life - but there is more to it. Hauling around extra weight is a dangerous workout in itself, running takes a toll on knees and carbs actually exhaust cells from an excess of "fuel" (energy). To learn more about healthy fibs, read on...