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Summer is generally associated with lots of sunshine and outdoor activities with family and friends. However, there is also one issue that needs to be considered during summer— sun damage. Exposure to the rays of the sun can be actually helpful because it stimulates the body to produce vitamin D, which plays a major role ...click here to read more

As people age, you would think their biggest concern would be their general health care but studies around the world, including in the United States, Canada, and Britain all show the same trend…the elderly are more concerned about losing their independence. Some research shows that they are more worried about independence than they are about ...click here to read more

It is one of our most obvious features, and decades of studies are indicating the importance of the color of your locks. Your natural hair color has a lot to do with your health, current and future. It’s not just about choosing the right wardrobe, your hair color also has a lot to say about ...click here to read more

Over the last 30 years there have been too many hair loss replacement gimmicks to even begin to count. Some people trust them because they are looking for a quick solution. Today scientists believe they could actually have a real hair loss solution, but it is a remedy that will need time to take root. ...click here to read more

You might have looked at yourself from the wrong angle in the mirror and seen something pretty scary. Cellulite. And it’s not just for overweight people. There are a number of factors that decide whether you will be predisposed to the ugly “orange rind” appearance that could be gracing your rear-regions, and if plastic surgery ...click here to read more

For years scientific researchers have been investigating the relationship between our stomachs and our auto immune system. Today they say there is evidence bacteria in our abdomens can trigger auto immune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. Thousands of people are stricken in the prime of their lives with arthritis; it is not just the elderly that ...click here to read more

The process of aging is strongly associated with changes in the body, including that of eye health. As the body ages, eye health condition deteriorates, thus resulting in poor vision and possibly even going blind. There are also other medical conditions that may indirectly affect eye health, such as diabetes or the condition characterized by ...click here to read more

Most of us have heard the terms “young and fresh” and “old and stale”, but clearly these old adages do not apply when it comes to body scent. A new study shows that you don’t have to be young to smell good. In fact, it turns out the elderly have a less intense body odour ...click here to read more

The process of aging has been strongly associated with changes in various parts of the body, including weight gain, wrinkles, joint pain, and loss of stamina. In terms of the reproductive system, aging is also linked to a decrease in the production of sex-specific hormones, such as estrogen and progesterone in women. The male population ...click here to read more

Beta Carotene is an antioxidant that protects the body against damage from molecules known as free radicals; however, scientists now believe that in large amounts, it could create more harm than good. Beta Carotene is converted into vitamin A by the body. It is found in fruits and vegetables that are colorful. It is also ...click here to read more

Forever young. It’s a common adage found in songs and movie titles, and its pursuit leads to 274 billion dollars worth of annual sales in the anti-aging market.  Although the average lifespan today is higher than ever before, most of us would jump at the opportunity to maintain a state of youth just a little ...click here to read more

Approximately 15 percent of all couples experience fertility problems and male fertility issues play a role in 50 percent of these cases. Aging, as well as a vast array of substances and health disorders can cause or contribute to male infertility and some of the most common causes include: testicular damage, hormone imbalances, psychosocial problems, ...click here to read more

The spring and summer seasons are usually associated with fun in the sun— getting a nice tan to look younger or simply enjoying the outdoors.  Unfortunately, extensive exposure to the sun has also been strongly associated with wrinkles and sun damage, decreasing a person’s chances to look younger.  More importantly, excessive exposure has also been ...click here to read more

Chewing gum is considered the world’s most common habit and over 374 trillion sticks of it are made every year.  Many people use chewing gum not only for its flavor, but also to help them relax, concentrate, relieve nervous tensions, enhance memory and mental performance, lose weight and even to speed up recovery after gastrointestinal ...click here to read more