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Keeping your mind and body in check - popular topics in health and medicine to maintain a long and healthy life.
Epilepsy
Everyone struggles daily to accept who they are, and why the way they are that way. It's a constant reminder of all the positive influences we've experienced, but also embracing all the negative impacts as well. Sometimes it's hard to come to terms with it all, but sometimes it's easier to just accept it as it is and move on.
By Vicky Wilcox7 years ago in Longevity
Is Vaping Healthier Than Smoking?
Since vaping became popular, everyone has asked; is it healthier than smoking cigarettes? Everyone has had their doubts. I used to think that vaping was dumb (as I was smoking a pack and a half a day). Then, I did my research and oh my, was it surprising. The initial safety of the mod was the biggest concern. Don't worry folks, it won't blow up on you! As long as you're using a regulated mod and follow battery safety guidelines, you'll be fine. Regulated mods have safety features on them so let's say it gets too hot, it'll either shut down or give you a warning. If something is wrong, it'll let you know so it doesn't blow up! Unregulated mods however do not have any safety features, so unless you know what you're doing I wouldn't suggest owning one. The other huge question was; "what's exactly in vape juice?" Vape juice has 3\4 ingredients.
By Jessica Shoemake7 years ago in Longevity
The Golden Milk!
Turmeric has always been widely used; the Indians (with the Bindi, not the feathers) have used the spice for both medicinal and culinary purposes for thousands of years and there are several good reasons why this spice has continued to be a favorite around the world. As you read on, you will find Turmeric's main component, Curcumin, is truly the star of the show.
By Morganne Thayer7 years ago in Longevity
6 Steps to Reduce Anxiety and Stress to Improve Physical Health
Anxiety and stress are a very common difficulty that many people experience at some point in their life. Controlling anxiety is merely a conscious exercised ability to control what you feel, without letting what transpires the opportunity to control you!
By Silena Le Beau7 years ago in Longevity
The Secret Fight No One Understands!
For years I've spent my days in and out of the hospitals, fighting this secret fight that no one quite understood. Daily I struggled to get out of bed because I had no strength to do that simple task. I spent years with people calling me a hypochondriac because there was nothing wrong with me on the outside. But on the outside looking in, you can see what is happening on the inside. No one could see the pain that was slowly crippling me, the fear that I felt when I ate, because even that had had me torn between two options; do I eat, because my body needs it, or do I eat and be in pain for the rest of the day? I know, some options, right?
By Allata Gonsalves7 years ago in Longevity
5 Options for Insomnia
In case some of you don't know, insomnia is when you can't sleep. It can be caused by tons of different reasons such as high levels of stress, grief, restless leg syndrome, and more. I have dealt with insomnia for as long as I can remember, and I know a lot of others who experience the same thing. Insomnia is not a death-threatening medical condition, and it's not going to cause you any harm. So no need for panic.
By Brittany Boon-Marchand7 years ago in Longevity
Living with HIV
In 2005 I started training as a nurse at the University of Leeds. It was the best time of my life, everything seemed to be going well. I had come out to my family as gay and I was seeing a guy from my hometown. The travelling back every weekend never really seemed to bother me. He was happy, I was a happy 18 year old and the relationship lasted 2 years. The relationship ended in 2007.
By Carl Alexander7 years ago in Longevity
Battle with Endometriosis
What drew your attention the most from the title? Athlete or Endometriosis? Or Both? Well yes I am an athlete who’s heavily involved in the bodybuilding world. I’ve been training for the past four years and competed once. Why once? Well believe it or not, even being 26 years young, I encountered many health issues that prohibited me from pursuing a course that I wanted to take. That course involved me becoming a Pro Bodybuilder. I still have that goal in front of me, but I first need to take care of my health. I endured a debilitating disease that has put my body into never ending pain… Endometriosis! What the heck is that? Trust me, I never heard of this until I was told by a Doctor. For male readers, be prepared for some gory description. Endometriosis only affects females, so no need to worry….
By Fransheska Roldan7 years ago in Longevity
The Illness that No One Can See
Most everyone in the world that has a disability shows some physical sign of it. They have crutches or a wheelchair, maybe some special device to help them breathe or do daily tasks. What happens when you are chronically ill, but the symptoms are not as obvious? Recently, there have been many stories of various patrons at grocery stores, malls, and outlets berating young people who have parked in disabled spots because they don't "look" disabled.
By Dani Beery7 years ago in Longevity
