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exercising

Getting into Shape Safely: 4 Fitness Tips for Seniors

There are huge advantages to exercising when you are a senior. It can help: keep your bones and muscles strong preserve your mobility for longer prevent obesity keep your heart healthy do wonders for your mood and mental health Of course, you do have to be sure that any exercise you are doing is appropriate for your level of fitness and any health issues you have, and also that you take precautions to avoid injury or overexertion. Here are some tips for safe fitness for older people: Talk to Professionals It is always recommended to talk to a doctor before beginning any new fitness regime, and this is certainly still the case for older people. However, you may also find it beneficial to talk to an exercise professional such...

healing crystal

What is a Crystal Healing? 7 Things You Need To Know

Crystal healing has an ancient and respected history in the world of holistic healing and medicine. However, in mainstream modern medical circles, information about crystal healing can be harder to come by. If you are wondering what a crystal healing is, how it works and how it can help you or someone you love, this is definitely the article you need to read. We will cover the seven key facts you need to know about crystal healing, as well as some fundamentals about crystals themselves. What Are Crystals? But first things first - it is important to define what we mean by the word "crystals." At its most fundamental, a crystal is any material with a specific formation of atoms or molecules. Of course, this is a definition that...

Kratom

How To Buy Kratom Strains That Meet Your Needs

Kratom is a unique plant that grows in variety. It has multiple strain types which can be substantially different from each other in terms of their effects. While one strain would make you energetic, others could make you feel calmer and more relaxed. It’s important to find out what all different kratom strains are famous for so you can buy a kratom product that is right for you. With each passing day, kratom is gaining popularity, so much so that many people prefer a cup of kratom tea over a cup of coffee in the morning because they feel it helps them stay energized and more focussed. This blog post aims to shed light on different kratom strains and their effects so you can find one that...

exercise

Physical Activity for Heart Disease Patients: Why It’s Important and How to Do It Safely

If you have heart disease, it’s important that you get regular exercise. Not only can physical activity help to strengthen your heart muscle, but it can also help you control your cholesterol levels and blood pressure. While being more active is key, it’s crucial not to overdo it. Here are a few reasons why physical activity for heart disease patients is so important, as well as how to exercise safely. Benefits of Exercise There are so many benefits that exercise may bring for those with heart disease. These include making your heart muscle stronger, allowing you to become more active without experiencing chest pain and other symptoms, as well as lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. If you have diabetes, regular exercise can help you stay in control...

gout

Gout Remedies: 12 Natural Treatments You Can Try at Home

Gout can be a very painful condition for anyone to have and for most people, even prescriptions that they get from their doctor isn’t enough to cure the pain.  Gout is a type of metabolic arthritis and for a lot of people can put a strain and a painfully constant reminder to everyday life activities.  However, many people with gout have found that home remedies have become more reliable to use than any doctor’s prescription and relieve their aches and pains due to gout. Here are a few home remedies that you can try to help your pain as well as your frustration to gout. Cherries and Cherry Juice These are a great home remedy to help neutralize the uric acid that causes gout.  Cherries are also very...

dental

Foods to Avoid When You Have Metal Braces vs. Invisalign Braces

What is one of the most significant advantages of Invisalign braces has over those old school metal braces? While there are many, many orthodontia wearers cite the ability to eat their favorite foods throughout the entire course of their orthodontic treatment. We reached out for expert advice on this topic to Dr. Holly Gregory, an orthodontist who offers Invisalign in Humble, TX. She shared with us a few key reasons why so many people today are opting for clear liners over metal braces. 6 Key Reasons That Patients Prefer Invisalign Over Metal Braces Invisalign reduces the length of treatment by as much as 50 percent by maximizing the efficacy of the treatment. That’s all the sooner these patients get to show off their new, straightened smile off...

high blood pressure

Natural Healing Remedies for High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure or hypertension is a very common health condition that many people deal with each and every day.  High blood pressure can be a very serious condition as the risk of stroke and heart attack are increased greatly for people with high blood pressure.  Lowering your high blood pressure is very hard and most commonly people with high blood pressure end up getting a prescription from their physician for this condition. You can, however, skip the prescription and reduce your blood pressure the natural way with these common home remedies (High Blood Pressure Diet). Garlic Not only lowers your blood pressure but also relaxes your blood vessels which means that your blood vessels will not tighten up.  Garlic can also help lower your risk of heart...

thyroid

Home Remedies for Thyroid: Hyperthyroidism and Hypothyroidism

There are two types of thyroid conditions, hyperthyroidism which is when your thyroid glands become overly active and produce more hormones that are required, and hypothyroidism which is when your thyroid glands are working below average and doesn’t produce enough hormones that average thyroid glands produce. There are different home remedies that you can use for each and both are conditions that will need to be treated for proper thyroid function.  Be sure that you are having your levels thyroid levels checked periodically.  Keep a record of your TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) levels and see what home remedies work best for you and your body. Hyperthyroidism Iodine This can be a very effective home remedy to use when treating hyperthyroidism because iodine is what your thyroid glands need to...

ear infection

6 Effective Ear Infection Remedies

Ear infections occur in different parts of the ear: the inner, middle, and outer ear. To treat an ear infection, you must understand its cause. Middle Ear Infection – Otitis This condition mostly affects children but adults can also get it. The condition occurs when the Eustachian tube gets inflamed from allergies or common cold then fluid builds up in the middle ear. When fluid sits there, it can cause a bacterial or viral infection. The following are the symptoms of otitis: Fever A feeling of fullness in the ear Balance problems Outer Ear Infection Also known as swimmer’s ear, this infection is usually caused by bacterial infection of the skin that covers the ear canal. You can get this infection if you put things inside your ear canal...

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