Health & Wellness Articles

As we age, maintaining mobility and performing basic movements becomes difficult because our muscles become shorter and may lose their elasticity. Some seniors suffer joint pain on a daily basis. Stretching exercises increase flexibility of the joints and help older adults remain active and independent. Stretching benefits include development and maintenance of strength, improved flexibility, and increased …

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Treatments done to prevent breast cancer recurrence often inhibit the body’s production or use of estrogen, the hormone that can contribute to the spread of breast cancer. As a result of treatment, patients experience certain side effects such as hot flushes and night sweats. The side effects of breast cancer treatment can last months or …

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Most people in America drive to work, sit at their desk all day, drive back home, and then sit down to wind down after their long day. All this activity includes a lot of sitting which is bad for your health. Yes, experts are saying that “sitting is the new smoking”. A new study says …

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Proper functioning of your immune system plays an important role in the body’s ability to heal, along with the proper wound dressings. It’s very important that you should be fit as possible to heal the damaged tissue, build new tissue and fight off any infections that might come in your way. Eating a variety of …

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The drop in temperature in the winter months can put your hair and scalp under a lot of stress. If you haven’t taken any precautions, the cold, dry air can wreak havoc on your hair. The scalp is prone to dehydration in winter and makes hair brittle, dull, rough and unmanageable. Following a proper winter …

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Most people set their New Year resolutions to get started on January 1. This day seems to have positive vibes on the body and mind and encourages you to get started on a serious note. So if you have weight loss in mind, you renew your gym membership and work out religiously. Smokers renew their …

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Winter is a joyous time but also the season for colds and flu. After the New Year festivities, nothing could be worse than coming down with a fever. Cold and flu germs spread easily by air when someone coughs, sneezes, or even talks and it’s impossible to ward them off easily. However, taking certain steps …

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Winter is a season for comfort foods and lounging on the couch, but you can stay fit by prioritizing your health. When the temperature drops, most people tend to go into hibernation mode as they’re stuck indoors. The key to staying fit in the winter months is to take deliberate steps to maintain a healthy …

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A healthy lifestyle means good nutrition, regular exercise, weight and stress management, and adequate sleep. Proper nutrition is a key element in staying mentally and physically healthy. Eating the right food in the right proportion will provide the fuel needed to perform daily activities. Experts say that a healthy body system depends 80% on a …

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Christmas is the time year that everybody looks forward to. It is an exciting and happy time when you get together with friends and family. However, the holiday season can also be very stressful. There are so many things to do but not enough time. All the cooking, decorating, visiting, gift giving, last minute shopping, …

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