You might not believe it, but spring is only a few weeks away. This means that any day now, all manner of fresh flowers will be peering at us from our gardens, not to mention the window of the local florist. The bright colors and lovely scents of those first spring buds can do wonders [...]
Dogs can bring a lot of joy to your life. They are often faithful friends who stand by you no matter what. They provide you with constant companionship and have even been shown to help add years to your life. When you have a dog as a pet, it is important to take care of them [...]
With major health issues like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer becoming more prevalent, many are concerned about their health. As poor dieting and being overweight are often the culprits behind such diseases, the interest in getting fit is back by popular demand. Being more active and even joining a gym can help you to lose targeted [...]
When it comes to making absolutely sure that your body gets all of the nutrients it needs to stay strong and healthy, it pays to do your homework. This means making use of social media and other informational sources on the Internet in order to ascertain what are the best sources of vitamins and other forms [...]
Many people like a drink, but everyone knows that drinking too much can be harmful to their health. But there are also many studies showing that moderate levels of alcohol could have some health benefits. So are there really any benefits? And how much is too much? Does Alcohol Have Health Benefits? Many studies have come [...]
Getting a good night's sleep has been a challenge for me for many years. And I am not alone. Sleep is a key part of a healthy lifestyle so it is critically important to make a commitment to healthy, restorative sleep. Like eating healthy and exercising, sleeping well is essential to feeling our best during the day. Sleep affects [...]
Most people try to avoid needles when they go to the doctor – after all, there are few people who like to have an injection or have their blood drawn. However, did you know that several, strategically placed needles in your skin can actually help your health and overall well-being? There is a good reason that [...]
We know living a healthy, meaningful life is incredibly important and that being healthy always requires balance. However, the arrival of spring reminds us that all of those warm, hearty meals we indulged on throughout winter are still sticking around, despite our best efforts to eat as many spring salads as possible. Weight gain during the [...]
Traditionally, beets were celebrated for their leaves. After some time, people started paying more attention to beetroots due to a number of provided benefits. For example, beetroots can be used in various forms for cooking. We can eat them raw, boiled, and baked. People add beetroots to juice drinks to get many of the benefits of the [...]
You have probably heard the quote: "The eyes are the window to the soul" quite often. But have you ever wondered how eye colour is determined? And do you know how colour can be predicted? Or which eye colours are the most common or the rarest? Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words! This infographic by LaserSurgeryHub explores these questions, and [...]
It’s not a popular topic, but it’s something everyone does: poop. What a person sees in their toilet each day can be a good indicator of their health. Here’s how to tell what’s going on the inside by looking into the bowl. Consistency When it comes to consistency, you should see something that’s compact, yet soft. [...]
Guest post by Batool Ali The importance of getting enough sleep each night is universally acknowledged; no doubt about that. It is necessary for proper functioning of the body and maintaining good physical as well as mental health. What is often not looked at is how the sleeping position you take on affects your health. [...]
Having a weight issue can be a very stressful and worrisome thing for a person. Trying to overcome the body issues that come along with a weight problem can be very hard. There are a number of ways to beat the weight issues you have and choosing the right one will take some time and effort. [...]
Nobody can predict what life will throw at you, but that should not prevent you from being ready in case of emergency. An emergency can take shape in many forms. Emergencies arise from severe weather, sudden illness, accidents, etc. It is truly mind-boggling how we make it through the day with all the dangers surrounding us. [...]
Like many of us, I am not an athlete but I have always enjoyed a fit and healthy lifestyle, so I spent a lot of time reading relevant articles and talking with fitness experts about healthy, natural ways to improve my health, performance and endurance--without resorting to dangerous performance-enhancing drugs and supplements. From biking and hiking, to racewalking to weightlifting, I love [...]
Guest post by Emily Hunter The eyes are the windows to the soul, or at least that's what everyone's heard. That's largely a matter of opinion. For your doctor, however, the eyes can be windows into the rest of your body. While eye diseases like glaucoma and cataracts can be, of course, seen through an eye [...]
I have so many fond childhood memories of my father's backyard garden. When I close my eyes, I can still see him happily digging, raking, planting, watering and weeding his vegetables. Gardening was his was of relaxing after a long day of work. And it was also a source of pride. Of course, the best part for [...]
Did you make health and fitness resolutions for 2015 yet? Are you following through and sticking to your commitments? As in past years, I took a good, hard look at myself and set some personal health and fitness goals to work on this year. In the past, I did not always follow-up on all of my resolutions, [...]
Do you ever wonder why Monday was chosen as the day to celebrate Meatless Mondays? It's probably quite simple. It's quite likely that the folks behind Meatless Monday campaign felt that as the start of the week, Monday holds a unique opportunity for us. It's a new beginning. A fresh start. Monday is the perfect time to take a look [...]
Few will deny that sex is a very hot topic! How many times a day do you see an article, engage in a discussion or hear a media report about the subject of sex? Do often wonder why so much attention is paid to this topic? What's all the fuss about? Is the constant focus warranted? Sure, we know [...]
