7 Risk Factors for Stroke You Should Lower Immediately

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Chewing or smoking raises your odds of a stroke because nicotine makes your blood pressure go up. Also, cigarette smoke can cause a fatty buildup in your main neck artery, thickening your blood and making it more likely to clot.

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Cholesterol is a waxy substance, similar to fat, that is produced by your liver. It’s vital for the formation of cell membranes, vitamin D, and some hormones. Because it can’t

Why Yoga Is a Good Choice for Our Health

M. C. July 2, 2021

Thousands of years ago in the ancient world, in northern India, a group of men isolated in the density of a forest to search for solace and peace. What they

5 of the Healthiest Salads You Can Eat

A.S. August 21, 2017

Do eat: Panera Green Goddess Salad Dietitian Andy De Santis said, “Although one should always be wary about fast food salads, the Green Goddess salad has some serious power house

7 Signs You’re Suffering From Hormonal Imbalance

A.S. October 13, 2017

Weight Gain While a poor diet and little exercise can lead to weight gain, a hormonal imbalance may also pack on pounds. Jill Coleman, C.P.T., tells Prevention your hormones play

8 Tips for Making Healthier Food Choices

A.C. May 20, 2019

No matter how much you love food or how skilled you are in the cooking department, eating well on a consistent basis is an ongoing battle—especially after an exhausting day,

Dr. Fauci’s Warning For the Fall

A.C. September 22, 2020

He is concerned about testing Fauci is concerned about the new guidelines that state healthy people don’t have to get tested if they show no symptoms, even if they’ve been

50 Body Myths You Should STOP Believing (Part 1)

A.S. July 6, 2017

Vaccines give you the virus they protect you from. Actually, while vaccinations do include parts of a virus, they’re not enough to make you sick. Instead, they work by stimulating

10 Best Foods for People With MS

A.C. April 10, 2019

Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a long-lasting disease that can affect your brain, spinal cord, and the optic nerves in your eyes. It can cause problems with vision, balance, muscle

8 Body Parts You’re Cleaning Too Often

M. C. December 3, 2021

Dead skin cells It’s recommended to wash your face twice a day, but you shouldn’t deep clean your face on a daily basis, according to dermatologist Jody Levine, MD, of

Why Are My Feet Always Cold?

A.C. February 5, 2019

Circulation problems Circulation issues are a common cause of cold feet. A person with poor circulation will often struggle to get enough warm blood to their extremities, and may complain

Plasma From Young Donors Could Help Treat Alzheimer’s

A.C. November 9, 2017

Some researchers from Stanford University say that the infused blood from young people can help other people with moderate forms of Alzheimer’s disease. Maybe it sounds like a science fiction

Warning Signs: Your Body Is Talking – Are You Listening?

A.C. August 7, 2019

From blistered skin to inflamed gums, minor ailments may be symptoms of more serious health issues. Make sure you can read your body’s silent signs. Silent signs that you might

5 Reasons You Should Start Eating Cheese More Often

A.C. November 2, 2017

We are being raised by our parents with the thought that cheese isn’t good for our health, because cheese actually it’s saturated fat. Some researchers think that eating cheese is

6 Diseases That Can Damage Your Lungs (Besides COVID-19)

M. C. November 8, 2021

Examples: Asthma – For someone that suffers from asthma, breathing can be sometimes extremely difficult. The airways can become swollen and narrow. The person feels as if they cannot get enough

Hernias: Everything You Need to Know

A.C. December 13, 2018

What are the complications of a hernia? In rare cases, inguinal hernia repair can damage structures involved in the function of a man’s testicles. Another risk of hernia surgery is

How to Get Rid of a Rash: 4 Home Remedies

A.C. November 26, 2018

Aloe vera Aloe has been used as an anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, and antioxidant. Although it’s widely used, much of the evidence for its effectiveness is anecdotal, and more studies are