Exercise does your mind and body good almost instantly, as evidence by numerous studies. It boosts circulation, muscle strength, and endorphin production, helping your body work more efficiently. Simple tasks such as walking up the stairs and washing your car will feel a lot easier. You’ll also be more focused at…
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While a professional pedicure can help you feel pampered and confident in summer sandals, there are health risks associated with nail trimming, cuticle clipping, and foot soaking. The dangers from dirty tools and unhygienic practices can put you at risk of developing foot fungus, ingrown toenails and other serious illnessess.…
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Weight loss can be difficult, but could intermittent fasting help? This eating pattern, which features cycles of fasting and eating, is making headlines as research confirms it’s not only what you eat, but when you eat. What is Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern that includes hours or days of no or minimal…
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Confirmed COVID-19 cases (UPDATED DAILY by South China Morning Post) Naming the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and the virus that causes it According to the World Health Organization (WHO), official names have been announced for the virus responsible for COVID-19 (previously known as “2019 novel coronavirus”) and the disease it causes. [mfn]…
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Garlic, Allium sativum, [mfn] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garlic [/mfn] has been used for thousands of years for medicinal purposes. In 1858, Pasteur noted garlic’s antibacterial activity, and it was used as an antiseptic to prevent gangrene during World War I and World War II. [mfn] https://www.aafp.org/afp/2005/0701/p103.html#afp20050701p103-b2 [/mfn] Furthermore, it has been used as…
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Having good eyesight helps you perform well—at home, at work, or behind the wheel. That’s why it’s important to take these few simple steps to maintain your vision at its best. There are time that you worry that your vision will only degrade over time, and you start to wonder…
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Have you ever developed a white painful sore with inflamed, red borders inside your mouth? These are called mouth ulcers and they often appear on the inside of the cheeks, on the lips, under the tongue, on the floor of the mouth or gums. Mouth ulcers, also called aphthous stomatitis,…
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Resistance training, also called strength training or weight training is an important part of your overall fitness and benefits people of all ages, particularly those with health issues such as obesity, arthritis, or a heart condition. It is defined as the use of resistance to muscular contraction to build the strength, anaerobic endurance and…
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Nail health is an important part of your overall health. Just like taking care of your skin and hair, you should also spend a bit of time taking care of your nails. The best way to stronger, healthy nails is mostly through simple lifestyle habits, not pricy nail tools, and the good news…
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If consumed the right way, drinking black coffee has numerous health benefits as it is loaded with antioxidant properties and nutrients and it contains low fat and calories. Also, it helps in boosting physical stamina. Let’s have a look at some of its benefits. 1. Improves Physical Performance Taking a…