Most people start their day with some type of caffeinated beverage. With so many highly caffeinated energy drinks on store shelves, many teens have also adopted the habit of using caffeine for fuel. According to CNN Health, approximately 80 to 90 percent of American adults and children consume some kind of caffeinated beverage daily. Many are so accustomed to the stimulant that skipping it results in headaches and other symptoms— a problem that experts call […]
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Although heart disease is severe and sometimes deadly, it is often preventable that is why it is so important to focus on improving heart health. If you are concerned about heart health, consider the many changes you can make to improve your overall health and lessen your chances of heart-related complications. You will be surprised to learn how easy it is to make certain significant changes. Routine Checkups for Heart Health Routine checkups is a great […]
If you’re sick of being sick, it’s probably time to enhance your immunity. A weak immune system lowers your body’s defenses against nasty germs that can leave you sniffling and sneezing when you should be breathing easily and enjoying life. The following are some tips for increasing your immunity and overall health. Improve Immunity by Alleviating Stress Stress is a known precursor to illness. That is because stress breaks down your body’s defenses by causing an […]
Those who have explored the many benefits and uses of flaxseed consider it a super food. A warm, nutty flavored seed that is rich in alpha linolenic acid, flaxseed is an exceptional source of healthy fats and nutrients. Sprinkling these seeds on cereal, baked goods or yogurt yields countless health benefits, including reduced cholesterol levels, inflammation and hot flashes. Flaxseed oil or capsules are another great option, and a concentrated source of fiber, protein and […]
Most parents will bandage a bazillion boo boos and ease a host of heartaches, perhaps even before noon. It’s part of the job. In doing so, we may become so accustomed to pulling out the old first-aid kit that we almost forget there are some things a kiss on the forehead and a colorful bandage cannot fix. Some symptoms are subtle signs of a more severe injury or illness—one that could become dangerous or even […]