Category: Health & Wellness

I hit my 60s a couple of years ago, and it’s been quite the ride so far! Along the way, I’ve learned the importance of balance, especially as life gets busier and more full. Balance. What does that even mean? According to Google, it means: “a condition in which different elements are equal or in…

If you have a “bone” to pick about Australia’s bone health situation, then you may be justified. According to Osteoporosis Australia’s burden of disease report in 2016, an Australian is likely to snap, break, or crack a bone as often as every 3.4 minutes. Moreover, the cost of treating fractures is expected to hit $33.6…

Snacks have earned a negative reputation due to potato chips, candy bars, and other junk foods. However, eating snacks may actually be helpful as long as you are consuming more wholesome alternatives. Healthy snacking between meals helps you pack in more nutrients into your diet; it also keeps your hunger in check so you don’t…

Many factors make a massage therapy extremely enjoyable including a calm environment, the expertise of a professional masseuse and most importantly the equipment used.  Unsurprisingly, one of the most important equipment presents in the massage shop is the massage chair. This may look luxurious to the eyes but it isn’t a luxury item. Massage chairs…

Are you feeling a little less energetic than you did in your younger days? If this is the case, there are a few ways that you can go about fixing this problem. You might want to think about taking some nutritional supplements on a daily basis. There are many reasons you should do this. There…

More than 130 people in America die each day from an opiate overdose. A couple million of these people are in the U.S. alone, and the problem is still very alive and growing. Many people turn to opiates to relieve chronic pain and depression. While they may relieve pain for a temporary amount of time, the…

Thyroid problems occur when the thyroid doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormones, which are responsible for the proper functioning of our brain, muscles, and organs. Manu people with thyroid problems don’t even know they have them until consequences start showing, including changes in body temperature and skin texture, but also frequent weight fluctuations. Low level of…

Pregnancy and childbirth can take a toll on your body. However, it is perfectly possible to regain your former shape and levels of fitness with a programme of post natal fitness exercises.  You will already know that exercise is important for your health before and during pregnancy. But becoming active in the postnatal period is…

With summer just around the corner, the traveling season is on. Everybody must have started planning their long summer trip to different destinations across the globe. You must also be planning to travel during your summer vacation with family and friends. But have you considered the common diseases that can ruin your trip? Well, you…

There are many reasons for dieting. Some aim to lose weight, while others seek a healthier lifestyle or need a special diet for medical conditions. But how do you know if your diet is working? Beyond the scale, there are key signs that indicate success. Focusing only on weight loss can be misleading, so here…

A breast lift repositions the breasts without removing tissue, only excess skin. Any change in cup size is due to reshaping, not volume loss. The procedure creates a perkier look, so experts recommend factoring in excess skin when considering your true cup size for realistic expectations. For those preparing for a breast lift or any…