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There are several high-tech equipment that can be used to detect various ailments that may be developing in our bodies, and some of them look very formidable. However, when it comes to our health, looking past the equipment used to perform the procedure that could save our lives, is nothing short of imperative. Let’s...
According to the American Heart Association, more than 300,000 heart attack victims die each year before they reach the hospital. You don’t have to make the same mistake. While symptoms of heart attack can vary, below are the most common ones. If you experience any of the following for 2 minutes or more, call...
If you can run – run, if you can’t run – walk Let’s face it, the heavier you are the harder it may be to run or do any form of exercise, but having excess weight makes it even more imperative to do some form of exercise – regularly. Jogging is one of the...
I have lived to see the beginning of yet another year and I am grateful! So many people did not make it to 2013, and a lot of them lost their lives because of senseless killings. I acknowledge and thank our Master and Creator for taking us through 2012, and look forward to Him...
Driving on the streets here in New York can be anything but pleasant! Everyone is in a hurry to get to somewhere “important” and the basic rules of the roads, along with courtesy, is way out the door. This behavior puts motorists as well as pedestrians in grave danger. Below are a few tips...
Imagine yourself swimming through a pool so effortlessly that the sun, sparkling off your wake, seems to generate the power of each thrashing stroke. Or better yet, imagine yourself cycling on a winding rural road, past cows and farm houses, feeling invigorated and rejuvenated as you zoom to the crest of each rise. Even...
There are several ways to achieve and maintain healthy air quality indoor. Some of them are: Opening windows periodically. Purchasing and maintaining high-efficiency air cleaners and purifiers. Installing a heat-recovery ventilator. Utilizing radon detectors. Trellising the home and office with air purifying plants. Knock, knock, let me in! Many people prefer to keep their...
Clearly, smoking is something people do for a variety of different reasons. Some may be doing it because it makes them feel better physically – at least temporarily, while others may also be doing it to satisfy psychological needs or in response to social pressures. Once they get into the habit, they may find...
Menstrual problems are common. It has been estimated that as many as 50 percent of all women have them at some time in their lives. Among the common problems are painful menstruation, excessive bleeding, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and amenorrhea (cessation of periods). Lord knows I have had my share; thanks to giving birth I...
Many of us do not have enough fiber in our daily diets. Fiber used to be something that was avoided because it felt hard to eat and usually didn’t taste very good. These days however, there is no excuse for not eating enough fiber, as there are a number of products available to make...
Over, as the name suggests, is too much when it comes to our body’s weight. The excess layer of fat on the surface of your heart acts as an overload, making your heart’s muscles perform more work than usual. The extra fat rides as a nonpaying passenger, at your health’s expense. Extra fat is...
Most breast cancers are self-discovered by women who know their body and take time out to keep it in check. Every woman should examine her breasts every month. The best time to do so is about a week after the end of your menstrual period, when the breasts are usually not tender or swollen....
