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Keeping your mind and body in check - popular topics in health and medicine to maintain a long and healthy life.
Heart Disease and Going Vegan
It is estimated that approximately a total of 610,000 people die each year in the United States alone of heart disease. Many millions are saved through heart surgery, such as stent implants, pacemakers, open heart bypass graft surgery and the worst of it all, a heart transplant etc.
By Jeannette Perez6 years ago in Longevity
Am I Drinking Enough Water?
Amazing, But True Facts About Water We all know that water is important, but did you know... 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated and they don’t even know it (This likely applies to half of the worlds’ population as well.). In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it’s often mistaken for hunger. Even MILD dehydration will slow down a person’s metabolism as much as 3%. According to a study at the University of Washington, one glass of water stopped midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters who participated in the study. Lack of water is the number one trigger of daytime fatigue. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water (depending on the person) a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers. A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger headaches, fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or on a printed page. Drinking five glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79%, and a person is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer. At least four ounces of water every hour helps connect the left brain to the right brain, enhancing concentration, memory and improves the attention span (This is especially effective for children diagnosed with ADD).
By Colene Stovall6 years ago in Longevity
Liver Health and Signs of Liver Damage from Alcohol Abuse
My father died of liver failure from heavy alcohol abuse three and a half years ago. I was a nurse for 20 years; I thought I knew a lot about liver health and the signs of liver damage. My father had quit drinking for six years before relapsing just four years prior to his death. I didn’t realize that he had been showing signs of alcoholic liver damage in the two years before his death.
By Gillian May6 years ago in Longevity
The Day I Lost 'Her'
When I was a child I would look up through the trees and wonder if God was looking back at me. A blonde braid down my back, and some spare change in my pocket, I skipped through the autumn air jingling away. It felt very grown up to be without my parents for an hour or two. I was always a Wendy Darling, wishing to grow up.
By Becca Volk6 years ago in Longevity
The Natural Oils Your Body Is Missing
Your body is comprised of a lot of different tissues, ligaments, cells, and oils. To keep yourself healthy, your body needs the proper nutrients from food and your body also needs oils. These oils come in a variety of different forms, such as pills, capsules, and some which can be found in food.
By Paisley Hansen6 years ago in Longevity
Diary of a Working Housewife
Thursday April 12, 2019 7:00 AM: Surprise, Surprise! Vaping is not good for your lungs! CNN reports, "A sixth person has died from lung disease related to vaping, Kansas health officials said Tuesday." The Kansas resident was a woman over 50 and had a history of underlying health issues who became seriously sick after she started using e-cigarettes.
By Azaris Morales6 years ago in Longevity
How to Have a Fun, but Healthy Lifestyle
There has been much bias when it comes to healthy lifestyle changes. Many people view a healthy lifestyle as quite difficult to accomplish as they understand the effort it will take. You might have to give up comfort foods in exchange for a healthier diet. Lifestyle changes regarding health also call you to change certain habits that may not contribute to your well-being. It almost appears as though you have to sacrifice all the things you take pleasure in just to obtain better health. This is not the case. A healthy lifestyle can be a fun, new challenge to take on.
By Kevin Gardner6 years ago in Longevity
Can Divorce Impact Your Sleep?
From the emotional repercussions to the hefty financial cost, divorce is always a difficult thing. One area that many don’t consider when thinking about the side effects of a divorce, however, is sleep. There are actually several ways that you may find your sleep cycle is affected by a recent divorce, as well as one that is currently in process. Read on to learn what they are and how they can be addressed, so you can sleep better in the wake of your separation.
By Casey Chesterfield6 years ago in Longevity
My Painfully Beautiful Year
I honestly do not even know where to begin. So much has happened in such a little time this past year that I have not gotten the chance to sit with it, let alone process it. It has been full of pain, hardship, beauty, and light. Thinking I had it all together and learning that I knew absolutely nothing at all.
By ThisCouldGetPersonal: Ask Kat6 years ago in Longevity
How to Get More Sleep
Sometimes it can be hard to fall asleep at night, especially if you're stressed, caffeinated, or playing Candy Crush. While it's normal to have occasional trouble falling or staying asleep, struggling every night could indicate that you have a sleep disorder like insomnia.
By Marielle Lea6 years ago in Longevity
Avoid Foods That Are High in Cholesterol to Keep Your Heart Healthy
High cholesterol levels have been identified as the main cause of several ailments, especially cardiovascular diseases. Keeping your cholesterol levels low is one thing you must pay attention to in order to stay healthy. One of the most effective natural ways to lower your cholesterol levels is to avoid those foods that have been found to have very high cholesterol content. In this post, we will look at certain healthy food choices you can make as part of your natural treatment to lower your cholesterol levels.
By Rizwan Ahmed6 years ago in Longevity
Sleep Deprivation: What’s Causing It?
Everybody knows someone who claims they only require four hours of sleep a night to function. But research shows those people are probably kidding themselves. In general, we need at least seven hours of sleep a night to be mentally sharp. Yet a lot of us have trouble getting close to that. A Consumer Reports study found that 68 percent of Americans have problems sleeping at least one night during the week. For 27 percent of respondents, the trouble happens “most nights.” Read on to find out more about possible causes of sleep deprivation.
By Claire Peters6 years ago in Longevity
