A healthy body and a sound mind
Chronic stress is associated with several health problems, including high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, depression, anxiety, and obesity. Stress can also lead to poor decision-making, relationship problems, and substance abuse. [Read more…]
If the air inside your home isn’t fresh and clean, you and your whole household could be at risk of developing some pretty troublesome health issues. Your body needs clean air to function at its best, and you probably spend most of your time breathing in the air inside of your home. [Read more…]
Diuretics—often referred to as “water pills”—are frequently used to treat cardiac conditions such as congestive heart failure and high blood pressure, as well as water retention (edema) linked to kidney disease, diabetes, and liver disorders. These drugs help the body rid itself of excess salt and water, and some even function to widen the blood vessels themselves and lower blood pressure. Now, new research has found another purpose of a special class of diuretics that may have positive implications for people suffering from diseases caused by protein misfolding. [Read more…]
While it’s aesthetically pleasing to have a beautiful home, your interior design can also have a big impact on your health as well. Both for your mental and physical health, the things you surround yourself with and the type of atmosphere you create can either make you feel better or cause you to feel more drained, tired, sick, or irritated.
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