Without doubt, coughing is no fun, regardless of your age. And, a lot of people describe it as one of the worst feelings ever! You cannot lie down to relax or let alone get a good night’s sleep. Unfortunately, coughing, along with runny nose and sore throat, is one of […]
When we talk about minimizing our risk of breast cancer, it is crucial to consume sufficient amounts of iodine. Though it is mostly linked with the thyroid gland, in women, the amount of iodine in the breasts is actually higher than that in the thyroid, which makes it pivotal for […]
During teenage years, it is not uncommon for both girls and boys to struggle with acne. However, this does not happen in puberty only and in some people, it may a problem in their adult years, often times, as a consequence of hormonal imbalances or polycystic ovaries (in women). In […]
Until recently, as noted on Huffington Post, experts believed that it was not possible for adults to grow new neurons. However, according to a TED Talk video with neuroscientist Sandrine Thuret, humans are capable of generating new brain cells through a process known as neurogenesis. What’s more, doing this has […]
As seen on CNN, ongoing research indicates that a calorie-controlled nutrition is not just good for the overall health, but it can prolong our lifespan too. Though the topic of controlling the intake of calories to better the health is not something new, researchers are hoping to be able to […]
In a world where pharmaceutical drug use is skyrocketing, a conscious group of physicians are using a different approach and have been advising their patients to go on a hike instead of sending them in the nearest pharmacy to buy meds. Believe it or not, “park prescriptions” have been present […]
Did you know prostate cancer is among the six most prevalent cancers in the world, together with breast cancer? This cancer happens in men and although a lot of doctors check their patients’ prostate on a yearly basis during their annual physical checkups, a lot of men are not aware […]
Although we have a lot of joints in the body, the ones in the knees fall into the category of the most crucial ones. Knees are pivotal for the proper posture of the body and they need to be healthy so that we can run, jump, walk, and stand. On […]
Did you know that magnesium oil is often referred to as the “chill pill” because of its capacity to induce relaxation? Namely, this is a result of its power to regulate the body’s response to stress, i.e. the secretion of cortisol in the brain. Taking into consideration its importance in […]
Gout is a type of arthritis which is characterized by ache in the joints which intensifies if the joints are near the big toe. In most cases, the pain strengthens throughout the night and it is accompanied by heat, swelling, and redness in this area. The major causes of gout […]