Do you eat out healthily?
Eating out fast food on a regular basis can lead to a host of different health problems. Still, the quick-and-cheap temptation can often be hard to resist. As an informed customer, you can make healthier choices and still enjoy the price and convenience of fast food restaurants. Fast food is cheap, convenient, filling, and to […]
Health Concerns hidden by Older Men!
It is time for the health care system to invest in strategies for older adults to preserve their autonomy, mental health and well-being. As older men and women’s health priorities become better understood, a shift in the way health care is delivered and reimbursed will be required. Do men harbour concerns about ageing in good […]
Do men live as long as women?
Life expectancy is going up all around the world, so also the longevity of men, compared to women. Prof Mayhew, a professor of statistics at Cass Business School, analysed life expectancy data in England and Wales. He was working out how long 30-year-olds could expect to live. Heart disease His findings show men languishing far […]
Video Games to promote Healthier Ageing?
Video Games Technology is proving to be a valuable tool for helping people of all ages improve lifestyle and health habits and manage disease. New research showw that exergames have significant benefits for older adults by providing cognitive stimulation and a source of social interaction, exercise, and fun. Thus, the games help them to lead fuller, […]
Key to Healthy Eating – Cooking Skills!
If you teach your children to cook, they’re more likely to grow up to be healthy adults because they will have a better knowledge of cooking techniques, preparing food and new tastes. A study in Liverpool, by City University London, found that cooking classes aimed at both school pupils and adults had a positive impact […]
Chicago Marathon Runner and birth of her daughter!
Medical guidelines generally say that if a woman was a runner and healthy before becoming pregnant, continuing during her pregnancy is fine. Some obstetricians, though, say pregnant women simply shouldn’t run marathons because they could push themselves too hard, while some experts say the level of exercise seldom becomes an issue during pregnancy. Marathon runner […]
Negative Feelings Damage your Health?
Negative Feelings can have a physical impact by damaging your metabolism, immune system or organs. Persistent bitterness may result in global feelings of anger and hostility that, when strong enough, could affect a person’s physical health. Harbouring grudges and feeling bitter will not only affect your mood, it can make you physically ill too. Philipa […]
Relaxation Routine – How do you practice?
You need to take some time out to observe and stay in touch with yourself – your constant although not always conscious physical, emotional, mental and spiritual experiences of the day. This observing self is often only possible when you maintain a level of relaxation where the ‘observer’ can ‘be and function’. Planned relaxation calms anxiety […]
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Health Programme by Bupa Health Foundation and Alzheimer’s Australia
Alzheimer’s Australia is the charity for people with dementia and their families and their carers. As the peak body, it provides advocacy, support services, education and information. Alzheimer’s Society champions the rights of people living with dementia and the millions of people who care for them The Bupa Health Foundation helps build a healthier Australian […]
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Repeat offenders and their health in middle-age
A life of crime appears to damage offenders’ health once they reach their 40s, new research suggests. Researchers from Cardiff and Texas universities looked at data on 400 men who have been followed since childhood. They found offenders were more likely to be hospitalised and were 13 times more likely to be disabled. The researchers […]
How healthy are you?
It’s important to remember there’s a range of healthy body weights. Aiming to keep within this means an end to aspiring to one magic weight you think you should be. A combination of factors determine your weight, and that’s why it’s difficult to set an exact ideal weight that applies to everyone. It’s important to […]
What’s your intake to get great abs!
Every meal or snack that you consume includes nutrients. Your body requires protein-rich foods to build muscle and stop storing fat. Here is a list of foods that give you natural fat burners a turbo-boost and give you tight, toned, to-die-for abs. Eggs: A veritable protein-powerhouse, eggs make the perfect breakfast or post-workout meal as they […]
Fitness Walking or Health Improvement!
Daily Walk is one of the easiest and most profitable forms of exercise. All that you need is a good pair of shoes, comfortable clothing, and desire. Walking is one of the most successful forms of exercise you can try because it is so easy to get started and you are able to set small […]
Are Teen Rehabilitation Centers Important?
Addiction is a problem that needs to be addressed with the help of medical and mental health professionals. A teen rehab center is a place where any addict will be treated with care and dignity. You can therefore be sure that you or your loved one will receive the best possible care for individual recovery […]
Is your Love Life Creative to have Better Sex?
Great sex is extremely important in your relationship. With a bit of creativity, you can get the sizzle back in your love life. So, fire up your creative energy and sexual desire – choose to be a dragon in your pleasure den and chase boredom out of your bedroom. With a simple creativity technique, you […]