Chronic diseases are the leading cause of ill health in developed countries and a major public health issue. They affect almost 30% of the US population and are the cause of 76% of all healthcare costs incurred by elderly adults and their families. Indeed, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention classifies obesity as an […]
A migraine is no ordinary headache. It’s one that doesn’t seem to want to go away as it keeps coming back time and again. It’s characterized by some throbbing and pulsing, and it surely disrupts your daily functioning. Are you dealing with migraines on a regular basis? Are you at a total loss how to […]
The more I talk to people about health and what they do to stay healthy, the more I realise how everybody is different. How everybody has a different belief of what being healthy means. When some people talk about being healthy, they mostly talk about the food they eat. The foods they think are healthy. […]
Many people think that their house is a safe space with no pollutants, bacterias, and potential health risks, when in fact, indoor air can be two up to five times more polluted than the air outdoors. Bad air quality can have a significant impact on you and your relatives, that’s why it’s essential to take […]
by Annett Shires Taking care of one’s health is essential. You’re not only protecting yourself from diseases, but you’re also improving the quality of your life. Being healthy is a precious gift you can give to your loved ones. You and your family immensely benefit when you take care of your health. There are different […]
by Duncan Kingori Recently, I passed by a group of people, having a heated argument. On getting closer, I learnt the bone of contention was ‘distilled water’. A party subscribed to the idea that distilled water benefits the health and even brings along with it some healing properties while the other party believed it was one […]
To live a long and healthy life we should all maintain a healthy lifestyle which includes getting enough sleep, reducing stress levels and eating healthily. But there is so much more you can do to improve your health as shown in a book with the top tips from a doctor and medical journalist, Dr Trisha […]
Period pain is a nightmare for most women around the world. They are caused due to the overproduction of inflammatory chemicals, called prostaglandins, which in turn trigger your uterus to bunch up, spasm, and cramp, making women want to curl up in a ball until the pain ends. Each month, the uterine lining builds up […]
A while back, I published a guide on my blog explaining what to look for when buying green tea. It’s really important you choose only the best quality green tea to reap all the health benefits and to avoid harmful toxins that lower-quality green teas may contain. When it comes to green tea brands, there […]
Being able to get pregnant and produce a baby is what many women around the world dream of, and when the baby finally arrives, they’re thrilled to be starting a new chapter in their life with their own little creation. Pregnancy can be a big challenge for many soon-to-be mothers, but another challenge remains, losing […]