With the recent string of incidents in the news regarding influenza and the coronavirus, it seems that everyone is a bit more cautious about staying healthy this season. You need only to watch the news to see that the potential for virus outbreaks can be devastating to your health, the economy, and even the world.…
Eyesight is very important to us, especially for mothers with young children. Even though glaucoma is considered a disease the elderly get, you can be in your 20's and develop glaucoma. You are at greater risk if you have had an injury to your eye. It is essential that your child has an eye exam…
All-endearing cleanliness, Virtue next to godliness, Easiest, cheapest, needfull’st duty, To the body health and beauty; Who that’s human would refuse it, When a little water does it? ~Charles and Mary Lamb “You are stinking badly!” is a phrase we want to use so many times for so many people, but every time, courteousness prevents us…
Physiotherapists often use kinesiology taping when treating injuries. They use it mostly as part of an overall treatment plan for pain relief and recovery. According to the physiotherapists, although the method of taping is very common, it is most effective only when used in conjunction with other techniques of physical therapy, which proves its complementary…
Parenting can be stressful at times. However, it is important for you to keep your stress under control. Stress not only affects you, but it can also affect your children. The good news is that there are several ways that you can keep your stress under control. Go For a Lunchtime Walk Exercising is one…
When did you stop - assuming you’re reading this because you have, indeed, stopped - loving your birthdays? When did you start telling your coworkers, friends, and family not to bother making anything special out of your birthday? Was it when you were still a child, or did it happen much later in life? While…
When was the last time you bought new underwear? Not Dora underwear for the two-year-old or boxers for your husband, but new underwear for you. I know that's a pretty bold question to ask, but bear with me for a minute. In some ways, this question has become an archetype for self care, an example…
Its 21st century and people's attitude towards medicine and healing has changed manifold! Earlier people used to walk-in to the doctor's chamber for any minor physical discomforts. They use to pop-in pain killers for body aches, headaches, and indigestion. It did provide them with temporary relief, but there were other sets of physical problems that…
One of the most common New Year's resolutions is to lose weight. While losing extra pounds to feel, get in shape, and live healthier are top of most of our lists for the new year, avoiding harmful habits during the holidays can help you start one step ahead. Here are some excellent tips for staying healthy…
Most people already know that diet and exercise are essential for continued good health. What many people don't realize is that getting the required amount of sleep is just as important. It has been proven that a lack of sleep or even poor quality sleep can affect your hormones, brain function, and exercise performance. It…