Pregnancy can cause changes to your health, like morning sickness for example. If a pregnant woman has high blood pressure, new research suggests this can contribute to deteriorated health in the future. Additionally, researchers have uncovered that siblings of pregnant women with high blood ... Views: 758
Flat Tummy Water Benefits
Flat tummy water isn’t just an alternative to water or sugary beverages. It is a health tonic. Flat tummy water has many health benefits.
1. Hydrates the body
Drinking flat tummy water post-workout may help burn fat and cool down the body.
2. Prevents ... Views: 757
The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease, but it is definitely not the only one.
Below you will find a quick reference guide to the common types of dementia.
Types of dementia
Alzheimer’s disease: Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, and close to 5.1 million ... Views: 757
Magic mushrooms can do some amazing things. No, not just those kind of things! Some do contain natural psychedelic chemicals, but there are many mushrooms whose botanical magic lies in the amazing things they can do for your health. Even celebrities are using mushrooms as an anti-aging secret ... Views: 756
One particular type of arthritis targets the joints and tissues around the large toe and foot. This form of arthritis is called gout and it can be quite painful. Attacks of gout can happen sporadically, but they usually occur soon after waking up or during the night.
To have a better ... Views: 752
Have you been avoiding avocados because they’re high in fat? New research shows that you may be missing out on the fruit’s benefits to your cardiovascular health and cholesterol numbers.
In fact, eating an avocado a day, as part of a diet with moderate fat intake, could help lower cholesterol ... Views: 751
One’s own stress can lead to detrimental effects to their health. Sleepless nights, pounding headaches and even indigestion are just some of the effects stress has on your body. But when it comes to blood pressure, someone else’s stress may be affecting your blood pressure numbers more than you. ... Views: 751
The health benefits of chocolate have long been studied, and now presented at the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine’s annual meeting, The Pregnancy Meeting™, as researchers explored the benefits of chocolate during pregnancy. So far noted benefits of chocolate during pregnancy include ... Views: 750
You burn your tongue on your morning coffee, someone cut you off in traffic – a near collision! – and your wife is late to meet you yet again. You’re upset, irritated and ready to knock someone into next week. OK, curb that anger. Count to 10 and take some deep breaths – for the sake of your ... Views: 749
For thousands of years in India they have practiced a style of alternative medicine. It’s translated name means “life” and “science.” The practice uses Ayurvedic medicine and it has helped the Indian people eat well, prevent illness and live a better life.
The basis of Ayurvedic medicine is ... Views: 747
The Zika virus is spread through mosquito bites and insecticides can help reduce your risk of getting bitten. The Zika virus originated in Brazil and is quickly becoming a global problem with many countries now being labeled as dangerous for travel, especially for pregnant women.
The Zika ... Views: 746
We often talk about high blood pressure and hypertension, as that is a common ailment as we get older. Of course, rising blood pressure is a real health concern as it can contribute to many health complications. But low blood pressure, albeit discussed far less often, is also an important health ... Views: 744
Many studies as of late have been showing a strong connection between the gut and other parts of the body. One such connection is the gut-mind connection, which reveals how emotions and stress can trigger health problems in our gut. Recent studies have revealed a connection between the thyroid ... Views: 743
A bump on the back of the head may raise alarms as it could be more than just a bump. Most cases of a lump on the back of the head is a result of a benign growth or a mild head injury. It may be so minuscule, that it may not be noticed unless the hair is brushed or washed. And, knowing the signs ... Views: 742
A stool test has been found to be an effective means in detecting colon cancer according to the latest findings. The test looks for blood in stool and can be conducted on an annual basis. Researchers believe that stool testing is not only effective, but is a safer, more cost-effective mode of ... Views: 741
Distinguishing between the common cold and the flu (influenza) may be quite different as they do share many similar traits. Furthermore, a person can experience both a cold and the flu simultaneously, which can make diagnosis even more difficult. The best way to decipher between the common cold ... Views: 740
While driving your tire may run over a nail. This can lead to the air escaping from the tire, eventually leading to a flat. But, if you bring the tire to a mechanic they can easily insert a plug and the air stays sealed in allowing you to drive.
Platelets are the body’s version of that tire ... Views: 739
If you suffer from constipation, you probably don’t visit the washroom very often. If you don’t have constipation, or diarrhea for that matter, but visit the bathroom numerous times a day, it that normal?
When it comes to bowel movements it’s hard to know for sure what’s normal or not because ... Views: 739
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is linked to diversity of viruses and gut bacteria. The findings come from researchers at the Washington University School of Medicine. The researchers found that patients with inflammatory bowel disease had a greater variety of viruses in their digestive system ... Views: 738
When sleeping problems or insomnia become an issue, and it feels like exhaustion is impacting your performance on the job or in life, it may not seem like a real cause for concern. The truth is that there are a number of little adjustments a person can make to boost energy levels, improve daily ... Views: 737
As summer winds down it’s important to continue practicing healthy habits. Continue to apply sunscreen, bug spray and always remember to stay hydrated! These simple tips can protect you from many summertime health-related issues.
Another issue, which is often forgotten about, is our vision ... Views: 737
Experts stress, there are key differences between heart attacks in men and women, from causes to symptoms, and they can also be more fatal in women. The American Heart Association hopes to raise awareness of these differences to make women aware of heart attack indicators along with different ... Views: 736
A new study has found that consuming beetroot juice daily can help improve blood pressure and endurance among seniors with heart failure with a preserved ejection fraction (HFPEF).
Characteristics of HFPEF are shortness of breath and fatigue during normal levels of exertion – also known as ... Views: 734
With aging comes many different changes. Wrinkles begin to show, body fat is harder to lose and there are changes to our own body hair. That’s right, your body hair changes as you get older.
Body hair is not a normal topic of conversation, especially for women. It is one of those things that ... Views: 734
Kids are like little illness factories. We love them, but because their bodies haven’t established large numbers of antibodies yet, they tend to get sick.
And because of daycare and or school, when one kid gets sick, they all get sick. Not only that, children often get things that adults ... Views: 734
We all know seniors are at greater risk for heart disease as well. Risk factors of heart disease include smoking, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and inflammation of the blood vessels. But a potential new risk of heart disease has just been discovered. In fact it has to do with ... Views: 734
The body uses the circulatory system – which relies on veins, arteries and capillaries – to carry blood throughout the body. Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to organs and cells. Veins transport oxygen-depleted blood through the kidneys, lungs and liver where it is filtered ... Views: 734
Depression goes beyond the normal ups and downs of life. Sufferers of depression experience days, months and years of extreme lows that include a disinterest in life. Although the exact cause of depression is unknown, genetic and environmental factors are thought to play a role in the ... Views: 733
Patients admitted to the hospital over the weekend generally tend to be older and sicker. This finding may also contribute to the fact that more deaths occur on weekends.
The study looked at over 500 medical emergency patients in Belfast, and compared those who arrived at the hospital between ... Views: 733
Yoga has been proven to be beneficial for our emotional, mental, and physical well-being. By using certain yoga poses, you may be able to treat disease and ailments such as constipation. We have compiled a list with 13 of the best yoga poses for constipation relief and improved bowel ... Views: 732
Nowadays who isn’t trying to drop a few pounds? With obesity being such a large problem in America, those last five, 10, even 20 pounds definitely need to go.
There are many options out there if you are trying to lose weight: Increase physical activity, eat well, and in extreme cases, ... Views: 732
When your knees hurt, it can really hold you back from doing the things you love. Even getting up from your seat becomes a struggle.
You probably stick to the usual remedy of taking a pain-reliever containing acetaminophen, the over-the-counter drug that’s often an alternative to aspirin. ... Views: 731
Just about anyone can have high blood pressure. Although there are contributing factors which can elevate blood pressure, it can affect anyone. In fact, most people don’t even realize they have high blood pressure as it doesn’t pose many symptoms. By the time they realize they have a blood ... Views: 729
Did you know there is a neurotransmitter in your body which plays a role in your bowel movements, changes in mood, creating blood clots and reducing your libido? It’s true. One specific neurotransmitter has its hand in all of these functions. And although they may not seem like they interact, ... Views: 729
When it comes to treating ailments, many of us like to opt for natural remedies. Studies continue to come out on the effectiveness of supplements and natural remedies. But as the influx of going naturally grows, it’s important to know which supplements are effective and which are ineffective ... Views: 729
Unlike kidney stones, which are solid stone-like forms, kidney cysts are fluid-filled pouches. Although a kidney cyst is generally non-cancerous and harmless, some of them can be associated with kidney disorders which can lead to complications.
There are two different types of kidney cyst: ... Views: 727
Regardless of religious denomination, many people attend some sort of service on a weekly or monthly basis. Religion is an important aspect in many lives and is a way to feel connected, not only to a higher power but also to each other.
Church services bring together people to pray and feel ... Views: 726
Creamy, smooth, and sweet peanut butter is irresistible. You can have it at any time of the day. Yes, you can have peanut butter at night, too. It will not make you put on the pounds if you consume it in moderation. Having peanut butter before bed may help you sleep better. Read on to know why ... Views: 725
Glaucoma is a condition which effects the eyes. Glaucoma can be quite serious and even result in blindness. The older you become, the more prone you are to developing glaucoma; patients suffering from glaucoma typically range from 45 to 64 years of age.
Glaucoma can strike without warning and ... Views: 724
When I’m feeling a little low or under the weather, there’s one thing I know will be a sure pick-me-up – besides chocolate – a walk and cafe latte date with my girlfriend, Becky.
What I love about Becky is that she’s like me, only taller, with better skin. She likes to be active and on the ... Views: 724
Yearning to get the most out of your next meal? Incorporate delicious salmon dishes into your diet to receive essential nutrients and minerals, without adding extra calories. In fact, the low calories in salmon has it listed as one of the top choices among fish eaters.
To know which salmon ... Views: 723
When issues and problems in our lives arise, we all have that go-to person or group of people we reach out to. It could be our family, our friends or even our co-workers. We reach out to these individuals for support and feedback and sometimes just for a listening ear.
Even though these ... Views: 723
Feeling a little blue? Lonely, listless and in your pajamas until noon? I can’t blame you. In some parts of North America, we’re in a record-breaking deep freeze. The days are short, dark and pretty darn cold and I feel as though I need to take up ice fishing to make the most of the season – if ... Views: 723
We all experience digestive discomfort at some point in our lives. Maybe we ate too much, or consumed something that didn’t sit right; regardless of cause, we’ve all had bloating, gas, abdominal pain and constipation.
Generally, we can pinpoint the cause of our digestive discomfort, and then ... Views: 723
Menopause is found to raise heart disease risk and is linked to more fat around the heart. The findings come from researchers at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health, where they found that menopausal women are at a higher risk for heart disease, compared to their ... Views: 722
We floss our teeth to remove food particles and prevent plaque buildup from forming between the teeth and gums. Similarly, our nerves will sometimes form scar tissue that needs to be flossed. Nerve flossing stretches the tissues to allow proper functioning and movement. We will discuss the ... Views: 722
Bacon comes from salted and cured loin cuts that run along the back. It is juicy, has a tender texture, and is cured with a large amount of salt or brine. Bacon is cured like deli ham. You can eat deli ham, so can you eat raw bacon? No, you cannot and you shouldn’t even try.
Eating raw or ... Views: 721
Between work obligations, social plans and family demands, it is easy to fall into what is called the “food rut.” This is when we tend to eat the same foods all the time. In many cases, it’s not the best foods because we are on the move. While this routine might be convenient, it isn’t always ... Views: 721
How is your pill box looking these days? Organized by day and capsule color, or a mixed bag of pharmaceuticals that you sort through and eyeball carefully for morning, noon and night dosages? It all gets to be a bit much some days, but there’s a good reason for your pills. Or so we like to ... Views: 721
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients can better manage their symptoms with an IBS-specific diet. IBS symptoms are often triggered by food, so sticking to an IBS diet can reduce severity and flare-ups. Unlike the case of a gluten-free diet and celiac disease, an IBS diet is not a ... Views: 719