It’s summer and the flowers are blooming, birds are singing and there’s sunshine everywhere. That should alert you to the need for sunscreen and healthy sunning. Summer is a time to enjoy the great outdoors for many people, but too much sun can cause problems, like sunstroke, sun burn and heat stroke. In order to […]
What is a juice cleanse and why would you do it? The answer to the first is easy. It’s a period of a day to three days when the person doing the cleanse eats nothing but drinks only fruit juice, vegetable juice and water. Most people do it for three days several times just once, […]
June 29, 2022 Introduction Men and women both experience depression but their symptoms can be very different. Because men who are depressed may appear to be angry or aggressive instead of sad, their families, friends, and even their doctors may not always recognize the anger or aggression as depression symptoms. In addition, men are less […]
June 20, 2022 There is no cure for migraines. Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and preventing additional attacks. There are different types of medicines to relieve symptoms. They include triptan drugs, ergotamine drugs, and pain relievers. The sooner you take the medicine, the more effective it is. There are also other things you can do […]
June 20, 2022 1. Conduct a home fire drill Fire is highly likely. However, taking precautionary measures can prevent severe damage. And what better time than National Safety Month to practice a fire drill. Select a safety point that’s close to your house. Test your fire alarms and perform the drill. 2. Update your first-aid […]
The body needs to move, lift and stretch to be its healthiest. Getting exercise is important, whether it’s walking or lifting weights. It helps keep you healthier and fitter. There’s a big push to get 10,000 steps in every day to stay fit. First, is it healthy? Absolutely, all types of exercise provide benefit for […]
You don’t have to diet to lose weight, but you do have to change your diet to healthier foods and foods that keep you full, while being lower in calories. Losing weight isn’t about starving, but making smarter choices when you eat. Sugar won’t fill you up, but actually make you hungrier. It spikes blood […]
Lack of fluid can create serious conditions. You can live for three weeks without food, but only three days without water. It’s easy to get dehydrated in hot summer months and most of the time people are aware when they need to drink. However, if you’re sweating and involved in a project or workout, dehydration […]
May 10, 2022 What do you do when you feel “stuck”? When you see the world through a negative lens, it can feel like everything is terrible and there’s no way out. Life is hard, and you can’t think your way out of every problem—but you can learn to think more clearly and positively. And that makes […]
May 10, 2022 Physical Activity and Exercise Exercise is a type of physical activity that some people enjoy. Other people aren’t interested in exercise at all. Physical activity and healthy eating can help you stay at a healthy body weight and prevent some types of health problems. What’s the difference between physical activity and exercise? […]