Weight loss is a struggle that everyone can relate to. While it is important to maintain body positivity, managing one’s weight is important from a health perspective. Others may not have any problems maintaining a healthy weight, but there are many out there who have had to struggle with body issues all their life. Chineye
A 9-year-old accidentally won a 10K race after taking wrong turn in 5K race
Kade Lovell, in spite of his age, is already an experienced runner. So when the 9-year-old boy was nowhere to be seen during the St. Francis Franny Flyer 5K last September 21 in Sartell, Minnesota, his mother was left curious, worried, and later, proud. The young fourth-grader had meant to run in the 5K (3.1-mile)
Artist turns corrective helmets worn by babies with flat head syndrome into art
Cranial plagiocephaly, also known as “flat head syndrome”, is a common condition observed in about half of babies in their first year of life. Fortunately, it is not life-threatening and treatable with corrective helmets that a newborn must wear for a few weeks or months. As much as these helmets will help your baby, they’re
This man lost over 450 pounds to live longer, shares 3 tips that helped change his life
After doctors told him that he had only two years to live, this man set out on a serious weight loss plan to extend his life. At age 38 and weighing 651 lbs (46.5 stone), Carlos Orosco was sitting in the doctor’s office discussing leg amputation. His weight caused cellulitis, which is a common skin
People in happy relationships tend to gain weight, studies find
If you’re in a romantic and happy relationship, chances are, you’ve been packing on the pounds since you and your partner got together. Have you ever wondered why that happens? Well, experts have discovered the likely culprit to this phenomenon, and you don’t even have to look far – it’s your relationship! According to several
Taking a girl’s trip with your best friends is good for your health, scientists say
If you’ve been having doubts about booking that girls trip with your best-friends, then what you’re about to read might just change your mind. In this ever-evolving and fast-paced world, it’s so easy to get caught up in the avalanche of deadlines, emails, and tasks that you have to accomplish. At the end of a
Nasal spray could help those who have no success with available depression treatments
Recently, the U.S. FDA approved esketamine, a fast-acting drug derived from the anesthetic, ketamine, that is intended to aid the treatment-resistant population of people with depression. There are about 16.2 million Americans who suffer from major depression, and as many as a quarter of them reported achieving little to no results from available treatments, including FDA
Study claims 2 drinks a day more likely to extend life past 90 than exercise
We never thought that we would be seeing these two words in one sentence – but, a recent study shows that alcohol (glasses of wine or beer), when taken in the right amounts, actually contributes to longevity. Dr. Claudia Kawas, a specialist in neurology from the University of California, and her team of researchers discovered
Importance of Sleep: Staff should start work at 10am to avoid sleep deprivation
The importance of sleep to a healthy and happy life cannot be denied. It’s a fact. The daily grind for most of us looks like this: We wake up at 7am, take a shower, then grab some coffee on the way to work. By the time we leave our house, it’s already 8 in the
Experts say: ‘People over 40 should only work 3 days a week’
The Japanese have a word for ‘overwork’ called Karōshi (過労死). According to them, people who work themselves to exhaustion have a greater chance of passing away early. They are at a higher risk of suffering from a heart attack and stroke due to stress and poor diet. A new study published by the Melbourne Insitute
This ‘Taco Cleanse’ is actually good for your health – known as the best non-diet ever
It is a universally accepted fact that diets are hard to stick to. Having controlled eating portions are bound to make anyone feel miserable and worse, hungry. Now that different types of cleanses and diet fads are popping up here and there, it’s really hard to decide which would be the best one for you. But
Want to protect your kids from allergies? Study says multiple pets will help
Aside from the overflowing joy and happiness, owning an animal comes with a string of health benefits as well. Recent studies show that being around an animal companion helps in reducing one’s stress levels, regulating blood pressure, preventing stroke, and even improving mental health. However, despite these tempting advantages, some people are still hesitant of