As autumn arrives, the shift in weather brings shorter days, cooler temperatures, and increased exposure to circulating viruses. While winter marks a season of transition and preparation, it is also a time when the immune system faces added stress. Many people notice that colds, flu, and other infections become more…
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Most people associate dehydration with the peak of summer heat. But dehydration is just as common — and often more dangerous — in the cooler months of fall and winter. The mild weather can mask thirst, leading people to drink less water while still losing fluids through normal body functions.…
Sitting for long periods has been linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and premature death. This is why it is important to make it a habit to sit less move more. Physical activity and health are closely linked. Being inactive and its effects on chronic…
Focus on the motivation for change, and ensure that your health resolutions or goals are ‘SMART’ to encourage long-term success. New Year’s resolutions are often abandoned almost as soon as they are made, and the problem could lie in how the resolutions were formulated, rather than a perceived lack of…
New research suggests five lifestyle modifications could be used as a primary prevention strategy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS, says Cleveland Clinic expert. World IBS Awareness Day is on 19 April. Several lifestyle choices can greatly reduce an individual’s risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and these healthy…
Why air travel can cause dehydration, fatigue, ear issues, bloating, and viral infections, and how best to avoid these effects. Environmental factors in an airplane cabin and the process of traveling itself can affect the body’s normal functioning, but several precautions can be taken to minimize the impact. The pressure,…
If you feel shackled down by an addiction, you’re not alone. Statistics show that 2 million people suffer from active substance use disorders. But to break an addiction isn’t always about drugs and alcohol; some people can’t seem to shake off an addiction to social media, others are stuck on…