What Cancer Patients Need to Know About COVID-19
Billions of people around the world have changed their everyday habits as a result of the global coronavirus pandemic. For many people that means working from home, home-schooling their children or avoiding public places so they can reduce their risk of exposure to the highly contagious virus.
5 Ways to Check for Any Signs of Dental Health Problems
Did you know that dental health problems are often directly related to or can lead to other health issues? By caring for your teeth, you are providing preventative care to your overall health. Here are five ways to check for dental health problems that can add years to your life and save you hundreds of thousands of dollars in potential medical expenses.
Wheatgrass – an Outstanding Source of Minerals and Vitamins
You must have heard about wheatgrass in the market. This is a common dietary supplement that can lead to outstanding benefits on the human body. The list of potential advantages cannot be completed in one page. But below, we have tried to come up with the important benefits of using this natural product. This can be said as the gift of God for a human being. Without further ado, let’s give a start. Excellent source of minerals and vitamins Wheatgrass is really no doubt an excellent source of minerals and vitamins. It is enriched with vitamin A, E and C. Calcium, magnesium, iron and amino acids are also found in…
The Types of Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is a risk that everybody faces. It affects people of all ages, all races and both men and women. It can be one of the most difficult forms of cancer to avoid because the causes are in the very air we breathe. But knowing the causes of lung cancer and which type you particularly are most at risk for, can greatly help you because then you know what to avoid to reduce your risk.
Asbestos – All You Need to Know
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral substance which can turn into a fluffy consistency. The fibres present in the asbestos are flexible and soft but resistant to chemical corrosion, electricity and heat. Pure asbestos is an effective insulator which can be mixed into plastic, cement, paper, cloth and other materials to make it stronger.
Why You Should Be Using a Stand Up Desk
Most Americans sit for almost six hours per day, and that much sitting is not good for our health! Sitting for prolonged periods is thought to contribute to a huge number of negative health effects, so we are being encouraged to find more ways to move around. Whether that is taking short breaks, exercising, or just standing more at work.
Your Body, Your Health – Your Responsibility!
We all want to live healthy, long lives - no one wants their time to be cut short and to lose out on seeing their loved ones. No one wants to suffer or live in pain. However, some of the things that we do (or in some cases, don't do) in life can cause exactly this. If you want to live a healthier life, here are some things you should be doing
Vegans Live Longer! And Other Reasons to Embrace a Plant Based Diet
Those of us with kids want to ensure that they grow up to be healthy and happy adults long after we’re gone. That said, we also want to ensure that we live to share as much of their journey with them as possible. Of course, a long and healthy life cannot be achieved by positive thought and willpower alone. While we’ve known for some time that an over reliance on alcohol, cigarettes and processed foods that are high in sodium, sugar and saturated fats can shorten our lifespans it’s only fairly recently that studies have shown that an entirely plant based diet can help you to live longer. Of course,…
Are You Contemplating Keto Diet? Learn the Benefits
Ketogenic diet is one of high fat and low carb. The primary aim of this diet is to boost the body’s ability to burn natural fats. Normally, the diet is also associated with low intake of proteins, especially for those starting. But how does this diet work? When your body is in ketogenic state, it produces ketone, an alternative energy source to glucose. By consuming low amounts of carbs and being lean on proteins, the liver is forced to use fats for fuel. There is also reduction in the insulin levels in one’s body. For beginners who observe the diet strictly, the Ketogenic diet offers several benefits, some of which…
Minimize the Risk of Harmful UV Radiation by Opting for Sunless Tanning
Many of us our blessed with the right skin tone and do not require a tan. The other halves who are fair skinned would bask out in the sun to get the desired tone. If you have sensitive skin, then prolonged hours in the sun can also cause sun burns or other skin infections that require a lot time to get cured. So, the safe alternative here would be to opt for sunless tanning.