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Retirement may be bad for your health
Many people look forward to concluding a lifetime of work with retirement, but retirement can lead to a drastic decline in health. Research shows that although retirement may initially reduce stress, it significantly increases the chances of depression, physical illness, and the need for medication while reducing overall health. The longer one is in retirement the more…
Read MoreGot hemorrhoids? Some natural health solutions
hemorrhoids, or “piles,” a condition in which the veins in the anus and rectum become swollen and inflamed. Although the internet is full of miracle hemorrhoid remedies, it’s best to address the underlying cause to keep them away for good. Hemorrhoids can occur inside or outside the anal cavity. Symptoms include bleeding, feeling the urge…
Read MoreDementia cases doubling–how to lower your risk
Because dementia can take root in the brain years or decades before symptoms appear, you can take action now to avoid becoming part of this skyrocketing statistic. Today, nearly 15 percent of people aged 71 or older have dementia—almost 4 million people. Experts predict that number will more than double to 9 million people by…
Read MoreSeven things that cause adrenal fatigue
Adrenal fatigue is often associated with too much stress from a busy lifestyle and lack of sleep, however other factors may lead to adrenal fatigue. Signs and symptoms of adrenal fatigue include: Fatigue Headaches with stress or in the afternoon Frequent colds and flus; weak immune system Allergies Slow to get going in the morning Craving…
Read MoreHanging out with friends vital to preventing disease and dementia
Research shows social isolation carries the same health risks as smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity, and that regular social interaction can improve your odds of survival by 50 percent. More people than ever live alone today, almost one third of the US population. This means people have to make an effort to socialize. And if you think all those…
Read MoreAre gut bacteria making you depressed, anxious, and overweight?
Some gut bacteria can make you fat Studies have shown people (and mice) who are overweight have much higher levels of particular strains of bacteria than thinner subjects. When thin mice are inoculated with bacteria from heavy mice, they gain weight. This is because these fat-promoting bacteria have been shown to encourage overeating, promote weight gain, prevent…
Read MoreIs your brain on fire? Brain fog, memory loss, depression, autism, ADHD…
Are you concerned about Alzheimer’s? These conditions are signs of possible brain inflammation, or a brain “on fire.” Although a head injury or infection are commonly associated with severe cases of brain inflammation, many people suffer from milder but chronic brain inflammation, which is linked to a variety of symptoms such as brain fog, depression,…
Read MoreHealthy gifts for Mother's Day
In addition to shouldering the bulk of the parenting and household duties, the majority of today’s moms work outside of the home, and more women than ever are single mothers. It’s no wonder women suffer more stress-related diseases than men. More women than men die of heart disease, succumb to Alzheimer’s, and suffer from autoimmune disease. The burdens of being a…
Read MoreWeight loss is bonus to anti-inflammatory diet
You’ll have better success if you eat with a focus on lowering inflammation, detoxifying the system, and meeting your nutritional needs. Many people take on anti-inflammatory diets to manage constant pain, digestive complaints, skin rashes such as eczema or psoriasis, an autoimmune disease such as Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, and other chronic health…
Read MoreLesser known causes of infertility
asthma, allergies, or a brain development disorder such as autism or ADHD. Lesser known causes of infertility Below are some lesser-known but important factors to consider when trying to conceive. Hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism, or low thyroid function, can cause infertility, miscarriages, or complications with pregnancy. Low levels of thyroid hormone affect reproductive function in women. Also, most cases…
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