As people age, the human body and health needs evolve, requiring lifestyle adjustments to maintain and enhance one’s well-being. Senior years can be a golden period of vitality and enjoyment, provided people adapt their lifestyles to support their physical, mental, and emotional health. This article explores practical strategies for seniors to live a vibrant, healthy…
Arnica (Arnica Montana) is a flowering plant in the sunflower family. The name comes from Arnika, an old German word for “eagle”. It has yellow flowers and grows to about 24 inches high. The whole plant is used medicinally, but the flower head is most important. Indigenous peoples of North America traditionally used the Arnica…
Dementia is a degenerative brain disease resulting in progressive cognitive ability reduction. Early symptoms include forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating, and problems with planning and organizing. Patients may become unable to speak, recognize loved ones, or care for themselves as the disease worsens. Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy body disease, and frontotemporal dementia are just a few of the…
The brain is one of the best-protected organs in the human body, but this doesn’t mean it’s 100% safe from injury. Whether you get involved in a car accident, slip and fall in the bathroom, or play a contact sport, there is always a chance of brain injury if the skull absorbs a huge amount…
When you’re aiming to shed those pounds it’s not about keeping an eye on your food intake. Exercise plays a role too. While many people believe that running or cycling is the way to lose weight there’s another option; strength training with weights. Strength training involves lifting objects or using resistance to make your muscles…
I must admit, I really love fig rolls — they’re sweet, addictive, and if they’re in the house, they disappear fast. But even though they’ve got fig in them, it’s pretty clear to me they’re not exactly a health food. Still, I know a lot of people aren’t sure where they stand — are they…
As an OB-GYN in a busy gynaecology outpatient clinic, it is not unusual to see women self-consciously and reluctantly telling you issues they deem embarrassing to talk about. The way they lean forward with uncomfortable body language makes you almost sense what’s coming next: “I have this issue of foul-smelling vaginal discharge…” “I can not…
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t think about your poop all that often. But when you’re constipated, it can be all you can think about! Constipation can be really uncomfortable and can even lead to other health problems. So what can you do about it? Some people turn to over-the-counter medications, while others…
I love a good avocado toast—simple, delicious, and healthy. But until recently, I had no idea it actually contains a surprising amount of protein! Now, it’s not as protein-packed as eggs or chicken, but it still adds to your daily intake. If you use whole wheat bread with half a medium avocado, you’re looking at…
Self-care is a big trend in the well-being industry right now and it’s not something that is going away. And for the right reason. It’s something that we all need as human beings so that we can stay happy and healthy. It’s actually essential for our health but unfortunately, it’s very easy to neglect. Practising…