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Your Body's Defense Against COVID-19
Why do some people get seriously ill from COVID-19 and others show slight or no symptoms? The simple answer is that right now scientists and disease experts aren’t exactly sure, but one fact seems clear: The health of your immune system is a substantial factor in how each person reacts to a COVID-19 viral infection.
By Frank Racioppi6 years ago in Longevity
HOW MUCH PAST IS PRESENT
Most common question we ask ourselves when in distress – “Why me?” Answer is not so simple. What we know and remember is something in our mind. But beyond mind there is a sub-conscious mind, which has the information we are not aware of. Similarly, our body carries the traits and features of our ancestors even though we have no clue about our grand-parents or great grand-parents. Did the seed of this distress was sown long before your birth? We will see these points one after another.
By Seeker Healer6 years ago in Longevity
Join the Fight Against COVID-19 by Protecting You and Your Family
The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented event. Never has a single event affected so many and so definitively, changing the way everything is done in the blink of an eye. Such is the power of this insidious virus. It may have infected only a small percentage of the global population, but one doesn’t have to be infected to feel its effects.
By Danian Lee6 years ago in Longevity
The Overlap: Dyspraxia and Autism
DISCLAIMER: I am not a specialist in dyspraxia or autism but as a dyspraxic person, I do have first-hand experience of the difficulties dyspraxic people may face and how dyspraxia can be confused with autism. I have also gained information from reliable sources which I will reference at the end.
By Amber Forest6 years ago in Longevity
Keto Diet Start Up Guide for Beginners
Ketogenic diet or keto diet is no longer an unknown term in the world of fitness and weight loss. This diet is especially designed to help you shed unwanted body weight faster than normal and also helps you to lead a healthy and fit life. When you talk about a keto diet, it basically means an extremely low-carb and high fat diet. If you follow this diet regularly, it will help burn your body fat more efficiently and effectively.
By Patty McDaniels6 years ago in Longevity
Let's stop spreading the myth that getting older is such a rewarding experience that is symbolic of wisdom.
Events that represent the passage of time, such as the celebration of birthdays; the emergence of a new season like summer, spring or winter; New Years' Eve celebrations and wedding anniversaries, traditionally invoke meaningful memories for most of us - but for the elderly - especially those living in aged care facilities and those who live with the effects of dementia - being reminded of ageing can be a depressing experience, triggering symptoms of anxiety and grief.
By Ashley Bell6 years ago in Longevity
Grief
Yes. We’re all human. Which means we have relationships. Healthy ones, toxic ones, with family, with friends and naturally with certain people who are maybe a little bit more than just a friend...? But I think we can agree that those relationships all bring something unique and different into our lives. Whether that’s happiness, stability, fun, support. The list goes on and on and on. But sometimes when you lose these people you love, it’s the most painful thing in the world. Now, reading this won’t fix your problems. It won’t heal the wounds in your heart- trust me, you wouldn’t belive the amount of blogs, books & articles I’ve read on how to process my emotions properly, how to get over break-ups, how to deal with bereavement - truth is, none of them made me magically feel better. None of them pulled me out of my grief and pain. But I hope that you can read this today and if you take away only one thing, let it be this: It’s not a crime to be sad. You don’t have to pretend that you’re okay, you don’t always have to be strong & you definitely don’t have to fear losing toxic relationships...okay that was three but give me a break, my maths is shocking. If I’m being 100% honest I’ve lost count of the amount of times I’ve cried on the bus, at work, at college, on my own, in my friends arms, on the shoulder of someone untrustworthy. I really have lost count. But I don’t think that makes me weak. Jesus if anything that makes me strong. My bad days make my good days amazing ones, my depression makes my happiness the most precious thing in the world & most importantly everyone’s tears can be wiped away, scars heal & painful moments just become painful memories. And that really is the truest thing I’ve ever written.
By Lenni Mae Bashford 6 years ago in Longevity
Same Lemon
there is no doubt about it we have definitely got a huge lemon on our hands, Covid – 19. But it has affected everyone differently. For some they have lost their jobs and are worried about how they’re going to have food on their plate for others they are hunkering down at home ordering stuff and doing projects possibly with income not an issue. Then there’s the essential workers on the front line that are risking their lives in the healthcare industry seeing the affects first hand and being stressed for their own lives and probably taking on a large amount of work and stress without being able to see family. Then there are others that are serving us at supermarkets and food service but not making much over minimum wage but also in a situation where they’re at risk and putting their families at risk. The people that are alone being quarantined are extremely alone seeing posts of family members having fun together and bonding and making them feel even more alone. Since I’m one of them those are the people I’m really worried about today. I think anyone that is with family, friends or roommates needs to think of the lonely singles that are quarantined alone. I find I’m often the one reaching out possibly annoying others because of how alone I am. But it’s because I’m feeling sad and detached and trying to feel connected. Think of your friends that are alone and send them a card, drop a homemade meal by if you cook because meals especially are hard to have alone day after day after day. Flowers can brighten anyone’s day and let them know your thinking of them. Shoot a bowl of lemons for them at this time with a cute note about making lemonade and also hope it’s good digestion. Whatever you can do to brighten someone’s day. Reaching out to someone that’s alone is really important right now. People that are alone or jobless feel the slice is more sour for them so keep that in mind... it may be hard for you, a working single that still has contact through work but imagine the stress for that single friend with the worry for their future and financial security. To them it seems like the lemon is worse and you know why it is. Being aware of that and sensitive to others makes them feel validated more so let them wallow. They’ll listen back but just be sensitive that they might not feel the best if you talk about work maybe keep subjects to things that will make them feel positive instead. Have recipe club where you try new recipes together, book club or a game night with them fun things to take this off everyone’s minds.
By Kristin McGuire6 years ago in Longevity
Meditation, Yoga, And Me
I often tend to be a bit of a Type A person, with checklists, spreadsheets, and things of that nature. This is not the kind of person I want to be, nor does my life lend itself well to that kind of personality. I’m raising kids, who are free-spirited and spontaneous, working for myself which means working unconventional hours at times, and in a relationship with someone who loves taking spur-of-the-moment trips.
By Wendy Miller6 years ago in Longevity
3 Simple Steps to Improve Your Diet
Everyone wants to improve their diet. Whether they're looking for a more toned body, greater energy levels or an overall lifestyle change, the concept of a healthy diet is one almost anyone can get behind. However, it can be difficult to find concrete steps that will help you get there. To help you out, here are three simple steps that you can use to improve your diet and accomplish the health goals you set for yourself.
By Mikkie Mills6 years ago in Longevity
