Feb 17

The Positives and Negatives of Antibiotics

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With the term ‘antibiotic resistance’ floating around and the nefarious activities of some of the antibiotic manufacturers, it becomes rather difficult to make a choice: get an antibiotic or go for an other type of treatment. Truth be told, just like any other method of treatment, antibiotics have their own fair share of pros and cons, both of which we aim to discuss and convey right here. So without any further ado, let’s just dig in: Pros: 1. Effective: Antibiotics were considered miracle drugs for a reason. When invented for the first time in the 1940s, they nearly eliminated and treated everyone suffering from pneumonia within a short interval of time. 2. Availability: Since they are so effective, it becomes obvious that their availability is widespread as well, you can find them in almost any pharmacy near you. 3. Easy to Administer: Antibiotics can be easily consumed and administered in the body to do its work. Most can be taken orally, but some require the use of an injection to be released in the blood stream. 4. Cost: With all this goodness, companies have managed to keep the cost of these medicines quite affordable and low, making it even procurable […]
Feb 17

12 Unhealthy Habits That Drain Your Mental Health & You Must Stop Now

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Are you exhausted even on your free days? Is your mind perpetually tired? Do you prioritize your mental health enough? By asking about prioritizing mental health, I mean, does your day-to-day behavior project that you care about your mental health? Sometimes it is not the world, but we are the ones who drain our own mental health. Perhaps, because of the amount of toxicity we absorb on an everyday basis, or maybe because we are trapped in the loop of our unhealthy habits. If you’re wondering how is this possible, here is the list of 12 unhealthy habits that drain your mental health. Stating the obvious but if you are doing this to yourself, please stop now for your own good.   1. If you are overusing social media and your smartphones How many times have you and your smartphone been in different rooms? The truth is that we hardly ever keep our smartphones away from us. We carry our cellphones everywhere. Some of us even carry them to the loo. Some even have the habit of unlocking and locking the phone every few minutes. Our dependency on our mobile phones is scary. And if I speak of social media, […]
Feb 16

13 Ways of Staying Fit When There’s No Time to Exercise

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While looking at an article by a leading fitness guru, I was struck by her emphasis on making exercise a priority and finding a way to fit in your gym time at any cost. Although she’s right in principle, those of us who are balancing multiple roles — as parent, worker, spouse, volunteer, household manager, etc. — often find that 24 hours per day simply aren’t enough. Fitness gets put on the back burner. Even if you’re lucky enough to be able to set aside time to work out, things like school holidays, childhood illnesses, and workday crises have a way of eating up these extra hours along with our best intentions. You may not have time to go to the gym, but you can still be physically active and boost your metabolism by using a bit of creativity in planning your day. During a recent week when my kids were sidelined by a nasty cold, I started thinking about ways to be physically active when going to the gym was out of the question. I also asked some personal trainers for their advice. We came up with the following ways to fit exercise into a packed-full day: If you’ve […]
Feb 15

Have Your Food the Right Way

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It is not just important to have the right kind of food. You should also endeavor to prepare and have it the right way so you get all the benefits. Some individuals may get all the healthy foods available then prepare it the wrong way and lose out on the goodness these foods contain. Learning how to prepare food the right way, how to prepare meals and divide them up is important so you end up enjoying the benefits and nutrition of healthy foods. Here are a couple of pointers. Wash fresh foods thoroughly before preparation Whenever you bring food home from the grocery store, you will need to wash it correctly to get rid of all contaminants. Food may contain pesticide remnants, dirt, dust and other contaminants that may be harmful to your health. Wash food, especially fruits and vegetables with cold running water and if possible a piece of cloth used specifically to wash vegetables. Store food the right away Eat your fresh produce right away or else store is in the fridge. Fresh food is at its best and needs to be consumed before it begins to degrade. If it is not stored properly, then it will […]
Feb 14

Your Dog Has 8 Tips To A Happier & Healthier Lifestyle

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Yeah, you can probably learn things from cats too, but today, we’re talking about dogs. They can have such an easy life. They lay around and sleep, they get fed, they get petted and they get groomed. They live such happy lives and we’re going to take a look at 10 things they know about living life that we can learn from: 1. Live for the moment. Dogs don’t have ostentatious memories or worry about the future. Every day is a new day with great possibilities. They don’t think about disappointments of the past and they don’t try to predict tomorrow, next week, next year. They just live for the day. They relax. They play. And they chase their rail without worry about who sees them do it. 2. They Forgive. They don’t like to see you leave in the mornings. They don’t like to hear you yell at them. And if you yell at them for no reason, they don’t let their hurt feelings linger. They don’t judge. They forgive. They love. 3. Treat Rewards. Treats are the best part of living for the moment. They are a symbol of appreciation and love from others. Even if the treat […]
Feb 08

Healthy Living for Seniors: 10 Best Tips

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Knowing how healthy living for seniors can be achieved is VERY important. Today you’re worried about what you’re eating or maybe you’re wondering: how to maintain good health in old age? Look no further, we did the hard work for you: we put together the best tips that lead to healthy living for seniors It’s important for anyone to pay attention to what they eat, especially when there are specific restrictions to your diet. When preparing or choosing a meal, it can be tough to reduce sugar, fat, and sodium and still retain the flavors we all love. The good news is that there are great nutritional resources available now more than ever that will help you to stay healthy AND happy as a senior!   You are what you eat: Healthy living for seniors starts in the kitchen. In addition to the advice of doctors and nutritional professionals, there’s an endless supply of recipes and even meal plans that can be found on the internet, while doing research on healthy eating. Here are a handful of ways in which seniors can practice or improve their healthy eating lifestyle.   10 tips for an older person about promoting a healthy lifestyle Drinking water is […]
Feb 04

The Best Lifting Techniques to Move Heavy Stuff

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Lifting heavy items should be done carefully in order to prevent injury. In fact, 38.5% of work-related musculoskeletal issues are related to back injury, with improper lifting being one of the main causes. Therefore, it’s important to learn proper lifting techniques to keep yourself safe at work and at home. This article discusses proper lifting techniques and common lifting problems, and provides useful tips. What is the best lifting technique to move something heavy? The best lifting technique is to squat down and use the strength of your legs — instead of your back — to lift the object off of the ground. That said, you should only lift items that you’re comfortable lifting. If you’re unsure, it’s best to ask another person for help or use other machinery (e.g., a lift).   What are the OSHA guidelines for lifting techniques? If you’ve decided that it’s safe to lift the item by yourself, you’ll want to follow the proper lifting technique guidelines outlined by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).   1. Plan ahead Before moving something heavy, it’s important to think and plan first. First, look at the item that you’re about to lift and ask yourself these questions: […]
Jan 26

10 Simple Tips to Help You Get the Sleep You Need This Summer

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Strategies to help you feel well rested and energized, all summer long. Last week, the New York Times published an article on a topic many are struggling with right now: interrupted sleep over the summer. “There is some evidence that seasonal changes can impact sleep patterns,” journalist Rachel Rabkin Peachman writes, “and there are several issues that could cause you to lose sleep in the summer.” While Rabkin Peachman delves into different strategies to help optimize sleep, like sticking to a consistent routine, lowering the temperature of your bedroom, and disconnecting from devices before bed, there are so many Microsteps that can help us optimize our sleep. We asked our Thrive community to share the tips that help them get the sleep they need during the summertime. Which of these strategies will you try?   Set a two-minute journaling timer “As a lifelong overthinker, one of the most important tools in my nighttime routine is release writing. I set a timer for two minutes and use that time to journal all the thoughts and emotions that are in my mind and body, allowing them to be present and processed. When the timer goes off, I set it again and sit […]
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