Are you worried about your expanding waistline because you spend your day sitting on the chair in front of the computer? Then you need to be concerned about more than just your waistline. The sedentary lifestyle you are living is affecting you in many ways than you possibly can imagine. You are becoming fat; you are [...]
A morning routine is an integral part of a productive day. In fact, how you spend your mornings can make or break your day. For example, if you wake up in a bad mood, you are more likely to have a bad day. Your day should, therefore, begin with the right routine that consists of healthy [...]
Proper protein intake is one of the keys to a healthy diet; protein affects your ability to gain muscle and lose weight. But it's hard to get the recommended amount of protein if you have a busy lifestyle. Luckily, there are many excellent protein powders on the market. What to Look for in a Protein Powder [...]
Often termed as pressure ulcers, bed sores or pressure sores, these are formed when the soft tissue in your skin incessantly presses against hard surfaces for prolonged hours. What happens next is that the reduced amount of pressure in those areas and the lack of blood damages the tissues or causes it to die. Image [...]
Holding the pangs of hunger at bay is one of the hardest aspects of dieting. You can spend the day eating really well, but if your self-discipline starts to waver, you could find yourself delving into the biscuit tin or crisp cupboard at 10 o’clock in the evening. Although food’s included in most diet menus are [...]
Retirement is a social construct that makes people think at a certain age it's time to relax and do nothing for a while. Though a nice idea, and a prime motivator behind today's worker-bee wage-slave economy, it's just not something that reflects reality. Avoid Being Sedentary People tend to feel as though working day in and [...]
While many people suffer from small changes in their body every day, few realize that changing sleep patterns, increased trips to the bathroom, and shifts in eyesight, hearing, and hair growth may indicate a larger problem. These small transformations during your daily activities might not seem significant, but in fact, your body may be trying to [...]
One thing that we all wish to do is think of ways that we can all live a healthier lifestyle than we may already be living. We always do everything that we can in order to make this happen, but we also wish that we could do even more. Places such as Walgreens always tend to offer a [...]
Nothing says freedom like jumping in the car and taking a road trip. With the breeze flowing in your hair and the open road ahead of you, your options are virtually endless. Unfortunately, a broken-down vehicle or an illness can quickly put a damper on your excursion. From obstacles in the road to unhealthy snacks, a [...]
Coffee lovers can rejoice that enjoying a cup of brew without adding milk each day might help to detox your cells. Not only does your morning cup of java taste good, but it's also good for you. Essentially, your body has an inbuilt garbage collection and elimination system that we call detox. The key to [...]
It might seem that the MRI – or Magnetic Resonance Imaging – scanner is a very modern development in diagnostic medicine. However, the first full body scanner in the UK was built in the 1970s at the University of Aberdeen, and was used as a diagnostic tool for the first time on 28th August 1980. Sadly, [...]
A CT scan is also known as a computerized tomography scan, and is usually employed when the area requiring examination requires a more detailed image than would be given during an MRI scan. A CT scan is also far quicker if time is pressing to see the location or extent of an injury before any possible [...]
Even the most stable couples’ relationships can suffer from lack of sleep, or from sleeping in different beds. If you have resorted to spending your nights on the couch, there is good news on the horizon. A medical device being developed by Oventus Medical may finally be the solution to your spouse's, or your own, snoring [...]
The rationale behind paying for for-profit or private nursing care for your loved one is that private facilities are considered to provide better individualized care. What recent studies are showing is that this may not be the case in Canada. New data has revealed that private nursing homes and assisted living Winnipeg facilities may be providing [...]
Visiting a dentist regularly will ensure that you have an attractive smile, healthy teeth and there’s no risk of having a chronic disease, which might be lethal. According to recent studies, dental hygiene programs show that the condition of your body is also excellent. Poor oral health can lead to various problems including heart problems and strokes. [...]
Hair damage, split ends, hair fall, flakes and dandruff are some of the things that affects hair growth and overall hair health. This can be due to many factors and some of us resort to over-the-counter solutions with harsh chemicals that can worsen the problem. However, there is an alternative to this problem--and these hair loss solutions are cost [...]
Most people agree that one of the worst parts of each day is commuting to and from work. If you live in a big city, commuting is a daily stressor that can leave you feeling grumpy and frustrated when you finally exit your car. Even in smaller cities, commuting isn't fun, because most people go to [...]
High blood sugar occurs when the body can no longer transport the sugar from the blood into the cells. If left untreated, it can lead to diabetes. With an estimated 50% of adults in the US diagnosed with either diabetes or pre-diabetes, it is an issue that affects many. We have compiled a list of 10 [...]
If you haven't heard about the “paleo diet,” you may have been living in a cave for the past quarter century or so. That's about when the so-called paleolithic, or stone age eating plan first made its culinary debut. Since its inception some twenty-five years ago, the paleo plan has helped tens of thousands of eaters [...]
Want to protect the cells of your body from free radical damage? Eat and drink more antioxidants. Foods and beverages that are high in antioxidants may improve cardiovascular health. Some say you can even “eat yourself younger” when you incorporate certain delicious foods and drinks into your daily diet. "Want to protect the cells of your [...]
Puberty is a trying time for teens and their parents. As families, we have to pull together to deal with complex issues like school choices, balancing boundaries and dating. However, one thing that many parents don’t think to address is acne. Once the hormones start going wild, it’s not just body hair in new places [...]
Infertility can be a challenging issue for couples trying for a child of their own. Thanks to incredible advances in medicine, however, infertility in many cases can be readily overcome. That's not to say the process will be easy, particularly for those who turn to in vitro fertilization (IVF). As you think about whether to undergo [...]
One of the biggest selling points of Botox is the fact that it helps you to look younger. For many people this is all they have to hear to head out the door toward their first treatment. However, the fact is that there are a number of other benefits offered by Botox that many people may [...]
Massage therapy is an alternative to traditional medical treatment which is fast becoming very popular across the nation. Today, you will not only find a large array of therapists but also clinics that are embracing massage as a highly effective tool in treating our bodies. The major reason many individuals are turning to massage therapy for [...]
