fact or fiction
Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the health and wellness world of Longevity.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine is an Eastern discipline. As an Eastern discipline, it means that it doesn’t follow Western medical practices, which is why some people see this as fraudulent or incongruent with Western medicine. I want to study acupuncture and other aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine as I got hooked in one Qigong class. Acupuncture can calm my rage issues, including my anxiety. Acupuncture really does work. In this, I’m not a skeptic. Acupuncture does involve needles stuck into meridian points all over the body. Acupuncture must be performed using sterile needles. However, you have to be wary of Chinese herbal products, which are contaminated with drugs, toxins, or heavy metals.
By Iria Vasquez-Paez7 years ago in Longevity
The Health Benefits of Silk Pillowcases
Have you ever considered what your pillowcase is made of? Sure, many of us probably just buy them, most often looking at the price tag before anything else. However, it really does matter what your pillowcase is made of. Have you ever considered buying silk pillowcases? Yeah, it might sound like something that only the wealthiest of people would go for, but this is not quite true, nor should it be. The benefits of silk pillowcases, both for your own health and the planet you live on, are very real. So, why use silk pillowcases?
By Andrea Dawson7 years ago in Longevity
Interesting F#*king Facts About Tourettes!
In my life, so many times when I have told people I have Tourette Syndrome, they either don't know what it is exactly or only know one version of it... (the swearing kind.) I have lived with this condition for almost 6 years now. Not many people in my life know this, as my type is easier to hide... here are some lesser-known facts for people who are either facing a diagnosis of TS or are just interested in the syndrome.
By Adele cast7 years ago in Longevity
The Aspartame Conspiracy
Earlier this year, my life was devastated. For years my family has made a big deal out of A.G. Barr’s magical Irn-Bru at Christmas times, and it's been a family tradition for the last 20 years to have our fridge glowing orange all the way through to New Year. As you probably know, Barr was forced, among all other soft drinks manufacturers, to submit to a rather restrictive tax in the UK earlier this year—the sugar tax—which obviously presented a pretty uncomfortable decision to these companies, now forced to choose between boosting the price of their products to balance their profits, or redesigning their recipes so that their drinks contain less sugar content and evade the tax entirely.
By Jamie 'Pappers' Papworth7 years ago in Longevity
Will Our All Connected Multimedia Make Us Ill?
Will our all connected, all instantaneous, multimedia capacity make us ill? I see a great deal of media stuff about loneliness and the problems of loneliness but nothing about the detrimental effects of our overwhelming intrusive “society.” We are being encouraged to share every moment of our lives, with “selfie” pictures and with social media posts. Some do not seem able to spend five minutes without telling the world what they are doing.
By Peter Rose8 years ago in Longevity
Mind Over Matter: Does It Matter?
When it comes to our health, we have many more choices now than in previous decades. More people are taking up the alternative medicine, complementary therapy and homoeopathy routes to help treat existing conditions despite the advances technology has to offer.
By Karen Philpott8 years ago in Longevity
Conventional vs. Holistic Medicine
Conventional and holistic medicine are both million dollar industries. When it comes down to it, everyone is looking for a cure to what ails them. There are countless arguments for and against both, often with strong options on either side. Whether you prefer westernized medicine or alternative health care, neither are without flaws. After doing a lot of research and talking to people who either work in the industries or have strong beliefs about this subject, I came to a conclusion. First though, I would like to outline a few pros and cons of each type of medicine:
By Nicole (Nikki) M.8 years ago in Longevity
The Changing Face of Plastic Surgery
The decision to get plastic surgery is a deeply personal one. While an entertainer may see cosmetic surgery as a vital career move, others may see it as a necessity. Some, like the maturing Botox generation, want to effectively delay the signs of aging, some want a more exotic look, and some may even have surgeryfor amusement or on a whim.
By Patricia Sarkar9 years ago in Longevity
