Category: Health

The word coffee can bring many memories to your mind. It might be the first thing that you consume in the morning. For some people, their day is incomplete without a good cup of coffee. However, not everyone is lucky as for some people consuming coffee means having a difficult day or night!  Do you often feel that burning sensation in your heart as if it is going to explode or set you on fire? If you answer yes, you must be aware of the heartburn. However, if you are…

Health disasters can’t all be circumvented. However, some of the world’s most critical health disasters are avoidable ones. Let’s discuss some ways you can be proactive about dodging 3 avoidable health disasters that people commonly experience. 1. Obesity Obesity is considered a health disaster because it is frequently correlated with chronic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease and osteoarthritis.  The causes of obesity are more complex than you’ve been led to believe. You already know that poor diet and lack of sufficient exercise are key factors that can cause obesity.…

Society these days is definitely fast paced, with everyone around you going at warp speed to get things done, get the new technology on the market first, drive the new vehicle first and it can get extremely overwhelming. People are starting to burn out with the stresses that are found in daily life and looking for ways to recharge, relax and regain the sense of taking your time. Maintaining a fast and hectic lifestyle can be taxing and people need to learn to take time to themselves to relax. Relaxing…

In the past years, there has been a boom over vitamin supplements and the good it is believed to bring the body. In fact, almost 1 in 2 Americans take some kind of supplement daily, making the whole industry worth $37 billion. Because these products are not regulated, there is also a lot of misconceptions and myths about them. However, researchers are trying to understand their efficiency and whether or not they are really necessary. In some cases, a doctor will diagnose a deficiency and recommend the supplementation of the…

Nowadays, it seems like every health food store, supermarket, and gym is getting on the sports supplement industry. You can easily find these products, whether you need them to build stamina, bulk up or even lose weight.  In general, supplements are taken by up to 50% of adult men. Guys take them for a variety of reasons like staying healthy, avoiding health problems, and boosting immunity. On the other hand, these sports supplements claim to enhance performance, build lean muscle, and help in losing weight. They can truly promise a…

Night sweats are unpleasant incidents that can interfere with your sleep, inconveniencing you and leaving you exhausted. If this is happening to you, consider the following 4 tips for dealing with night sweats: 1. Talk to Your GP Night sweats can be caused by a broad variety of conditions. Some of them, such as menopause, are normal, harmless, expected and nothing to get overly alarmed about. Others, such as diabetes, cancer, sleep apnoea, tuberculosis, HIV, and thyroid dysfunction, are cause for attention and concern. If you experience night sweats, and…

More and more Australians are discovering the joys of gardening. For many, it is a source of safe and nutrient-rich vegetables for the whole family. For others, it is a great way to improve the aesthetics of their property. And for those who have yet to get their hands dirty, here are 6 interesting health benefits of gardening that you should know. Alleviates Stress  There are studies that show gardening for at least 30 minutes every day can reduce stress levels. Individuals who perform gardening on a regular basis have…