Varicose veins are common and more women suffer from it than men. While they’re generally harmless and don’t really indicate a serious problem, for some people, they can lead to more serious conditions such as a blockage in the deeper veins causing deep vein thrombosis, that needs treatment. The swelling…
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Exercise is an integral part of healthy living. While the recommended fitness regime calls for 30 minutes of active exercise every day, getting started with ten intense minutes can be just as good, especially if you’re pressed for time or tend to skip the gym. For me, the best workouts…
The refrigerator is a convenient place to stash our food and groceries, because we believe that everything we put in it will stay fresh and last longer. However, the truth is, quite a few fruits and vegetables are better off without refrigeration along with other foods. Why does food spoil,…
Toxins are a way of life in today’s hectic lifestyle and pollution is everywhere. There are chemicals in the products we use, the medication we take and the packaged food we eat. Naturally they take their toll on our body, upsetting our metabolism while interfering with the digestive system and…
Juices are refreshing, and there is nothing like a tall chilled glass when we’re thirsty. It looks attractive, it is tasty and it is healthy. But wait! What is in your glass? Juice made from vegetables and fruits, or a quick ready made cocktail loaded with sugar and preservatives that do…
If you’ve been finding yourself feeling more exhausted than usual, and cannot pinpoint why, it could well be your body trying to tell you something. Usually, we think of our doctor only when we feel really sick. But it pays to be aware of symptoms simply by observing ourselves. Not…
Nuts are nature’s gift for a healthy diet. Packed with protein, fiber and healthy fats and vitamins and minerals, they make a tasty and filling snack on the go. Almonds, cashews, walnuts and a host of other nuts are known to help with lowering cholesterol, improve heart health, help you…