Category Archives: General Health

The world is filled with many dangers and hazards that affect a person’s life. Contracting a deadly infection or suffering from an unavoidable accident can quickly cause a person’s demise. While advances in modern medicine have mitigated these hazards to a certain degree, certain threats evolve over time. Bacteria resistant to antibacterial medication has become ...click here to read more

Getting more exercise is something we all strive to do. Sometimes, we take the stairs instead of the elevator, or we get off the bus one stop early and walk the rest of the way home. These are small things we do every day that helps us get at least some exercise. In this technology ...click here to read more

Varicose veins are visible veins that may look dark purple or blue in color and are commonly found in the legs and feet. These enlarged and discolored veins do not pose any immediate health concerns, as they are usually a cosmetic problem. However, some people experience aching pain and discomfort that could signal impending circulatory ...click here to read more

Cigarettes have gone through quite the transformation over the decades. Doctors used to promote smoking to sooth a sore throat. Today, it is a completely different story, as we have realized the harmful effects smoking has. Tobacco companies are not deterred, however, as they fight to stay relevant and keep people hooked. They introduced the cigarette ...click here to read more

Our kidneys’ function is filtering the blood and producing urine that is primarily made up of water and other substances. The chemical composition of urine typically consists of uric acid, carbon, calcium, and nitrogen. And sometimes, crystals in urine can be found. When the normal functioning of the kidneys becomes compromised due to various abnormalities ...click here to read more

Being continuously stressed can be very taxing on your health, mood, and overall happiness. Stress is something we all deal with in one form or another, and we all learn to cope with it in different ways. That’s where you have to exercise some caution, however. Oftentimes, coping mechanism may only serve as a temporary ...click here to read more

Age is just a number, as we like to say. Recent research uncovered that, contrary to popular belief, our age is not the best way to assess our overall health. Factors like mobility, for example, should also be considered to get a full picture of one’s well-being. Old age doesn’t automatically translate into weakness and ...click here to read more

There is nothing like quenching your thirst with a glass of cold water. It is refreshing, easy to drink, and has zero calories. You can find water in anything we drink, from carbonated beverages to alcohol, though in these cases, it serves primarily as a base for other, not-so-healthy ingredients. Drinking plenty of water is ...click here to read more

Air pollution levels expectedly rise in densely populated areas, such as big cities. Cars, power plants, and even landfills of garbage produce harmful substances that disperse into the air and potentially into your lungs. It’s natural to think that we’re safe from pollution in our homes, as we can close the windows. However, according to ...click here to read more

Everybody wants to celebrate their 100th birthday. Even those who say they don’t would gladly choose to pass that 100-year mark if given the choice. The prospect of developing chronic ailments and emerging health problems as we get older is scary. Yet, this gives us one more incentive to look for a way to counter ...click here to read more

Weight loss can be a major struggle for some people, so much so that they turn to gastric bypass surgery to help them achieve their weight loss goals. This type of surgery involves restricting the size of the stomach, limiting calorie intake. It is very effective, as most people who get the surgery lose 30 ...click here to read more

Working out can be a challenge, especially as we get older. Weak muscles and fear of injury tend to get in the way of exercise. Instead, we try to stay fit by eating a well-balanced diet. However, for older individuals, dieting can cause problems like increased frailty. Fortunately, working out doesn’t have to be a ...click here to read more

In the fight to eat more nutritiously, consumers are choosing more natural products. One such food, which is the subject of much controversy, are eggs. Some people believe that there is absolutely no difference between free range and cage grown eggs besides the price, but other claim free ranged eggs taste better and are of ...click here to read more

Most of us like to think that we have a diverse palate and enjoy all types of different cuisines. But in reality, we usually eat the foods we find most enjoyable, and this often equates to fast food and pre-packaged goods. But what if I told you variety is the spice of life, literally. According ...click here to read more