Category: Health

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…

Being overweight or obese is known to lead to health consequences, which is bad news considering the increasing number of Australians who are above the healthy weight. The unfortunate thing is, not only will affect the individual’s health but it can also lower the chances of having a child. How Excess Weight Affects A Woman’s Fertility In order to have a regular menstrual cycle, hormonal balance is necessary. When a woman is overweight or obese, her body produces more leptin, a hormone that is produced in fatty tissue. It can…

You’ve heard this before: “Eat fiber-rich food to become healthy”. Whether it was your parents who said it or another commercial that promoted a healthy diet, fiber is one of the nutrients that your body badly needs. So what is it and how much do you need of it? What is Fiber? There are many kinds of fiber but the fiber being talked about for human consumption is known as “dietary fiber”. Dietary fiber is a nutrient that comes from plants. It is a type of carbohydrate that the body…