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Foods That Benefit You
As we all know, heart disease is nearly a good portion of worldwide deaths, approximately one-third. There are many foods that play a major influence in heart disease risk factors: blood pressure, triglycerides, cholesterol, as well as inflammation. There are over six million people living with cardiovascular disease and half of that number dies within the five-year limit; luckily, there are some foods out there that can prevent heart failure from happening. In order for this plan to succeed, one must be very dedicated to wanting a healthy heart by eating the right foods. Here’s a list of low sodium foods that you can eat, and what they can do for your heart.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Longevity
How TMJ Might Affect You
Do you have a sore jaw? Are you suffering from a TMJ disorder? Approximately 12% of Americans are living with some kind of TMJ disorder. If you’re also one of them, you better have known managing TMJ pain can be difficult. It can create difficulty in speaking and chewing of your favorite food. But there are things that you can do to ease your TMJ pain. But first, you should have knowledge about TMJ disorder and how it might develop.
By Olivia Salvister7 years ago in Longevity
The Rebounder and Its Effects on Your Health (Part 1)
The rebounder is a unique form of exercise for your whole body in that it will stimulate your entire system at the basic cellular level. You will be giving your muscles, including your cardiovascular system and your lymphatic system, a workout.
By Akash Sharma7 years ago in Longevity
Live a Healthy Life Through a Hygienic Lifestyle!
Health is of the utmost importance for all! Health is precious! Cleanliness is undoubtedly the basic need of humanity. A lifestyle that includes regular hygiene and tidiness can be called one of the best and healthiest. From workplaces to domestic spheres, this one rule stands tall everywhere. It is not without a reason that the age-old maxim says, "Cleanliness is next to Godliness!"
By Lauren Williamson7 years ago in Longevity
How to Get Rid of Yellow Toenails
In this day and age, we want every inch of our body to be healthy—including our toenails. Some find time to pamper themselves with a manicure and a pedicure, while others may find nail health is a luxury. Still, it is important to keep our toenails clean.
By Patricia Read7 years ago in Longevity
5 Non-Secrets to Living a Long, Healthy Life
If you are one of the many people who say they would love to live a longer and healthier life if only it were easier, get ready to change your life. The following are easy-to-follow tips to help get you started on that new and healthy lifestyle. You have nothing to lose by giving it a try. You do, however, have a lot to gain by trying it.
By Kevin Gardner7 years ago in Longevity
Tips to Improve Your Yoga Practice
Yoga is one of the most ancient practices of discipline, and has a history of more than 5,000 years old according to Yoga Alliance. It's origin began in India and ever since has been implemented by millions of people all around the world. It is a technique that has brought many benefits to people's lives, but some people, in the beginning, find it very challenging to start. This is because yoga can teach you, your body, and your mind to be more disciplined, but it also takes previous self-discipline and control to begin and keep yoga a routine. If you are a person that feels that being disciplined is very hard for you to do, then it might take longer than normal to see the benefits of yoga. One thing to always keep in mind is that learning something new almost always takes trial and error, so it's important to keep going when you fail at yoga. Even some of the most expert people that have practiced yoga for many years can relate to a time where they struggled with the practice of yoga. The good news is that all beginners are not alone, and they're are plenty of tips and tricks to help them begin on the right path:
By Jade Pulman7 years ago in Longevity
How Can Your Family Benefit from Using Essential Oils?
If you have thought about using essential oils in your family, now is the time to start using them. There are a lot of different ways to use essential oils for all aspects of your family. This is perfect because you do not need to use essential oils for every part of your life, you get to choose how and when you use them.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Longevity
How Quitting Caffeine Changed Everything
For all of my adult life, I've been addicted to one thing and one thing only: caffeine. Though I was never a coffee drinker, I found my crutch in Coca-Cola. In my mind, it was normal to drink Coke daily —I grew up with a mom addicted to Diet Coke, who got headaches if she went too long without one. As I got older, I found myself becoming more and more dependent on my daily caffeine.
By Portgas D. Sara (they/them)7 years ago in Longevity
Nothing's Ever a Big Deal Until It Happens to You
I get it, we see ourselves today, and we think we're invincible when we're young. My older friends and family have always warned me that I'll feel the effects of age, but I always ignored them. Life happens too. You start making money and you live a nicer life, and start to forget about some basics that you should really be taking care of. I don't know why this always happens to me, but I don't listen to these lessons until it's too late.
By Brian Anonymous7 years ago in Longevity
The Benefits of Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle During Old Age
Aging is an inevitable process that comes along with many changes, both negative and positive. However, it is possible to enjoy aging if you familiarize yourself with what exactly goes on with your body, and the steps you can take to maintain your health.
By Paisley Hansen7 years ago in Longevity
Overcoming My Fear of Failure. Top Story - July 2019.
Adrenaline was coursing through my veins. I started my Fitbit too soon, I had to stop it. I was nervous. I was anxious. I was excited. One by one, clouds of emotions rolled over me. Here I was standing under an overcast sky on an early Saturday morning in June waiting for the announcer to yell, “Go!”. I stood still, holding my balance strong while being bumped around by runners rearing to take off just as much as I was. I was at the starting line of The Baltimore 10 Miler. Thoughts of doubt, thoughts of disbelief, and thoughts of pride circulated through my mind.
By Laura Tran7 years ago in Longevity
