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Published: December 18, 2008
As age creeps up, you may begin to notice certain aches and pains that you don’t recall having before, and how you just aren’t as quick to get up as you used to be. But what you might not consider is the potential hazard your home can now turn into, especially as your bones become more brittle and subject to breakage. As a preventative measure, there are some simple adjustments you can make to your surroundings to help prevent falls and reduce the likelihood of accidents.
Published: December 18, 2008
Most everyone will agree that having sex makes you feel better. But did you know that sex can also help you look younger and be in less pain? There have been a number of studies done recently that back up these two claims. Which means only one thing . . . you should definitely be having sex more often! Let’s take a look at some research results that can’t be ignored when it comes to sex and your health.
Published: December 18, 2008
Winter is a great time for comfort food . . . somehow heavy meals seem to fit the mood and just taste better than in the cooler months. But, it’s easy to overeat when the weather is cold and the food is hot! Fatty winter foods can wreak havoc on your figure, but they don’t have to if you’re conscious of their “fat trap.” Let’s take a look at a few of the fattiest foods of winter.
Published: December 17, 2008
Do you have allergies? An estimated 50 million Americans do, according to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology—and more than half are allergic to more than one thing.
Published: December 16, 2008
Nearly everyone knows somebody who has been affected by cardiovascular disease. What many don’t realize is that there are a variety of risk factors other than smoking and high cholesterol. The more factors you have, the more likely you are to suffer from cardiovascular disease later in life.
Published: December 15, 2008
As the medical community makes amazing strides to extend the human lifespan, more and more emphasis is being put on extending the quality of life. Consequently, there are many products on the market today which promise to slow or reverse the effects of aging on the body and the mind. There are several common herbal supplements which are touted to have positive anti-aging effects, as well as proven dietary and lifestyle methods for slowing the aging process. Let’s take a look at just a few proven methods . . .
Published: December 15, 2008
A traditional western practice that has become a popular form of exercise in America, yoga is designed to enhance awareness, create a mind-body-spiritual balance, and cleanse, heal and strengthen the body. The most obvious benefits relate to stress reduction, flexibility and relaxation, but as more studies are conducted, there is evidence of other tangible health benefits. Let’s take a closer look at some of these benefits . . .
Published: December 15, 2008
When it comes to our personal working spaces, we all tend to fall into one of two categories: the enviably fastidious and the hopelessly haphazard. If you fall into the second category, it’s time for a wake-up call. It is no longer acceptable to work at a desk that groans under the weight of neglected books, abandoned post-it notes, food crumbs and a small forest’s worth of printed paper. All that disorganization leads to stress, which has negative mental and physical effects. Isn’t it time you got your office clutter under control?
Published: December 15, 2008
When you’re trying to eat a healthier, more well-balanced diet, replacing your usual fare with main course-sized salads seems like the best way to go. After all, they’re filled with good-for-you produce, so there’s no way you can go wrong . . . right? Well, maybe not. Read on to learn the truth beyond some of most common salad myths.
Published: December 15, 2008
If you like to eat chocolate to satisfy your sweet tooth, there’s good news: dark chocolate is more than just a delicious treat—it’s also good for you! Take a look at some of the things dark chocolate can do . . .
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