Building Healthy Bones
Eating a diet that is focused around healthy, whole foods is one of the best ways to make sure that you build and maintain healthy bones. However, there are also other things that you can do to protect and maintain the health of your bones.
How to Boost Your Immune System
There are many different factors that contribute to how effectively your immune system will function. Your diet, your lifestyle and the amount of stress in your life are all key - and it can sometimes feel difficult to have control of these things.
The Effects of Stress on the Body
We are all prone to stress sometimes - some more than others - and the way in which our bodies respond to this stress can be quite damaging to our long term health.
Hand Pain: Causes and Cures
Maintaining the optimum health and function of your hands is important when it comes to the ease with which you can perform simple everyday tasks. However, because we use our hands so often - and also for other reasons - pain in either hand can quickly develop.
Living With Back Pain
Back pain is a problem that unfortunately approximately one in four Americans have experienced. It is not only one of the most common causes of pain, but is also actually among the most popular causes of disability in people aged under 45.
Healthy Habits for the Summer
When the summer months begin to roll around the tendency can be to kick back and let our healthy habits fall to the bottom of our to do lists. However, making an effort to continue with a positive way of life is the best way to stay healthy as the summer fades and winter comes around again. Because let’s face it - nobody wants to be lethargic and unmotivated when the cold weather is making it even harder to get in the mood to go out for that run!
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The Effects of Alcohol
Drinking alcohol has long been a part of our culture of socialising, and is also widely enjoyed during celebrations to mark significant events in our lives, such as weddings and birthdays. Although drinking alcohol can be a great way to relax, socialise and to celebrate, the effect that it has on the body over time should not be ignored.
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Arthritis and Obesity
We all know that being overweight is a fast-track way to developing many adverse health conditions. We are frequently told by the media that one of the best ways to stay healthy as we age is to avoid piling on the pounds, and to work to lose any excess weight that we may be carrying. This is certainly the case when it comes to arthritis, and those at the heavier end of the scale run a heightened risk of developing this condition.
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Conventional Cancer Treatments
Cancer can be a difficult condition to manage, especially if it is not diagnosed early. If this is an illness that you develop at any stage in your life, then it can be very helpful to be aware of the treatment options available to you.
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A Closer Look at Cancer: Causes and Prevention
Cancer is a serious health concern that can strike anyone at any age. Although it is possible to manage the presence of cancer, it can also often be a terminal disease. Being aware of certain factors that can contribute to a heightened risk of cancer is a good idea, and something everyone should take note of!
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