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Types of Headaches and How to Deal with Them
There's nothing worse than suffering from a headache, but did you know there can be many different types of headaches that you can suffer from?
By Liana Hewitt7 years ago in Longevity
Review: Crest Gum Detoxify Toothpaste
I was sitting in the living room at my grandmother's house, watching television and I see a commercial come on about a toothpaste that helps clean below the gum-line to improve oral health. Of course, that is what intrigues me, as I am horrible at taking care of my gums and teeth and automatically think about the brand. When I saw it was Crest, I got nervous.
By Ashley Tobin7 years ago in Longevity
What Is CoolSculpting?
There are many different ways to alter your body if you are unhappy with your appearance, from plastic surgery to the masterful application of makeup. If you are nervous about invasive surgical procedures but are uncomfortable with your looks in any way, then CoolSculpting may be for you.
By Marshall Stevenson7 years ago in Longevity
Peppermint Oil
Peppermint oil is probably one of the most versatile oils you can use in your home. It is used for a number of things, whether it be aromatically, topically, or internally. A lot of people use it to address body aches, allergy symptoms, and as a energy booster. It is also great for skin and hair health.
By Faith Porter7 years ago in Longevity
8 Reasons Why Your Body Loves Swimming
Swimming is beneficial to your body in a few different ways. While your body loves swimming for physical reasons, it also loves swimming for emotional and mental reasons.
By Paisley Hansen7 years ago in Longevity
8 Proven Ways to Lose Weight for Busy People
When you work the day, even every small step you take toward a healthier lifestyle matters. You may think that you don’t have any time and real weight loss can’t just be one of the options for you right now. Indeed, healthy weight loss can be a time commitment, especially if you’re overweight thanks to your tough schedule that sticks you to fast food and unhealthy snacking. However, if you spend your time wise enough, you’ll be able not just keep your weight but also to lose weight. Here are some smart solutions for busy people to make dropping pounds much easier.
By James Baker7 years ago in Longevity
Home Remedies for Arthritis
Arthritis is inflammation of one or more joints in the body. People will experience pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints, as well as a decreased motions in your body. It's estimated that 52 million adults in the United States suffer from arthritis, affecting approximately four percent of the country's population with a new case diagnosed every 33 seconds.
By Natasha Doster7 years ago in Longevity
What to Look for When Choosing an Eye Doctor. Top Story - January 2019.
If your vision is starting to grow fuzzy or you recently moved away from your old doctor, it’s time to see an eye doctor. Finding the right eye doctor can be tricky, especially since there are several kinds of eye doctors who specialize in different areas. It’s important that you find an eye doctor who meets your needs, so here are some things to consider during your search.
By Marshall Stevenson7 years ago in Longevity
Having Faith and Living with Neurofibromatosis
Adam Pearson has presented several BBC documentaries and plays a main character in the film Under The Skin, alongside Scarlett Johansson. Diagnosed with neurofibromatosis type I, a genetic disorder that causes tumors to form on nerve tissue, he passionately campaigns to raise awareness of this disability. Before taking to the big screens, Adam attended the University of Brighton and Emmanuel Church, which happened to be the same university and church I attended whilst living in Brighton. I reached out to Adam for an interview, to which he generously agreed. This is the interview below:
By Maxine Harrison7 years ago in Longevity
When It’s Just a Viral Infection Which Medicine Do You Use?
Season changes bring viral infections to almost every household. What we need to know is the fact that viral fever is not a disease in itself, rather it is the result of multiple viral infections in the body. Viral fevers are usually characterized by headaches, burning sensation in the eyes, high body temperature, and sometimes accompanied by nausea. Viral fevers are more likely to occur in small children and elderly people who have lower immunity strength in their bodies. Lower immunity makes them more vulnerable to viral infections.
By Rimi Das7 years ago in Longevity
Meet Biostrap: The Wearable That Helps Measure Your Sleep, Recovery, and Performance. Top Story - January 2019.
As you can probably imagine, training athletes is serious business, and you don't have to be a sports enthusiast to realize that. The sports greats of yesteryear would be totally unremarkable today, and so would the gear that they used to max out their stats.
By Iggy Paulsen7 years ago in Longevity
Ways Your Weight Can Affect Your Sleep Quality
Predominantly, the amount of work you do during the day tends to make you too tired to exercise after your office hours are done. Furthermore, instead of cooking your own meal, you rely on takeout food and various junk food that will only make you gain weight. It's not too bad if you skip the gym and a healthy meal a few times a month, but if it were to become an everyday routine, this will not be good for your health in the long run. From snoring to sleep apnea, obesity can seriously jeopardize your sleep and your overall health.
By Mia Johnson7 years ago in Longevity