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For ourselves and for our children, it's important to know what happens when we don't get enough sleep. Many people just shrug it away, but the truth is that sleep deprivation has a HUGE effect on how we act and how we feel, not only the next day, but for as long as we don't make up our hours, and keep dragging this effect around with us. Study this chart well and see if you display some of the signs. Maybe you too need some sleep. |
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Cognitive Shuffle: A Trick to Prepare Your Brain for Sleep
A detailed look at what the cognitive shuffle is, how it works, and who can benefit from it, based on insights from its creator and a clinical sleep psychologist.
How to Keep Your Cat From Keeping You Up at Night
This infographic breaks down why cats keep you up at night, what their sleep patterns really look like, and practical ways to manage the problem without losing your cool.
A Simple Sleep Habit That Could Lower Your Blood Pressure
New research suggests that going to bed at the same time every night may help reduce blood pressure and improve heart health
Supplement Linked to Dramatic Increase in Heart Failure
The research found that prolonged melatonin use is linked to a 90% increase in heart failure risk, a 3.5-fold higher risk of heart failure hospitalization.
Is Weekend Sleep as Good as Regular Sleep? Let's Check
If you thought sleeping in on the weekend was a bad habit, you're about to find out that it's quite the opposite.
Why Am I So Tired But Still Can't Sleep?
Some days, no matter how much coffee you consume, you may feel exhausted during the day. Yet all too often, when you finally climb into bed, you find yourself wide awake. Sound familiar?
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Truth or Myth: Are Fruits as Sugary as Candy?
Here are 19 diet myths about debunked. Which one did you believe in?
New Treatments and Medications for Ulcerative Colitis
The primary goal of UC treatment is to stop the immune system from attacking the intestinal lining, thereby reducing inflammation, alleviating symptoms, and achieving remission. Doctors now have an expanding arsenal of medications to help patients re
How Long Does it Take to See Results From Exercises?
To help clarify what realistic progress actually looks like, we spoke with Micky Lal, a public health professional with a master's degree in kinesiology and more than a decade of experience as a clinical health educator. Here's what he wants you to k
The Single Best Predictor of How Long You'll Live
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The Musical Test That Could Detect Dementia Early
Researchers have developed a promising new approach: using music to detect the early signs of cognitive decline.
Herbal Tea Bags Recalled Over Salmonella Contamination
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall for Celebration Herbals Senna Leaf Herbal Tea due to potential Salmonella contamination, affecting approximately 30,000 individual tea bags distributed across multiple states.
9 Microhabits That Make Weight Loss Sustainable
Real, lasting change doesn't require an all-or-nothing mindset. In fact, the most sustainable way to transform your health is through microhabits.
The Great Stink of 1880: About the Hygiene of Older Times
Learn the story of the Great Stink of Paris, which will explain why people weren't as hygienic back then.
Fluoride vs. Fluoride-Free Toothpaste: Which Is Better?
In recent years we can see a rise in fluoride-free toothpaste. Do we really need it in our daily ritual? We set out to find all about fluoride.
Why Spring Allergies Are Getting Worse Every Year
If your eyes have been itchier, your nose stuffier, and your sneezing more relentless than usual - you're not imagining it. Spring allergies are genuinely getting worse. Let's discuss why that is.
Your Favorite Holiday Beverages May Weaken Your Bones
The high sugar content in these holiday favorites could be gradually undermining the strength of your bones.
The Spleen – A Guide to a Little-Known Organ
The spleen is an oft-ignored organ of our body. However, it serves an important function and needs to be taken care of properly.
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Homeopathy: Real Medicine or Hoax? An Explanation.
Find out exactly what homeopathy is and how it works with this fascinating video.
Should You Be Putting VapoRub in Your Ears for Congestion?
A viral TikTok hack claims stuffing Vicks-soaked tissues in your ears can relieve congestion. Here's what ENT doctors actually think.
Life After a Heart Attack: A Practical Guide
Recovery is not just about the heart muscle itself. It involves your body, your daily habits, and very much your state of mind. This guide walks through what to expect and what you can do, step by step, to help your heart grow stronger and your life
7 Crucial Things You Don't Know About Your Immune System
Our immune system is one of the most incredible biological structures. It protects us from viruses, infections and other harmful bacteria. But here are a few things about it I bet you didn't know!
Can What You Eat Raise Our Risk of Parkinson’s?
An extensive American study has found that daily consumption of ultra-processed foods—such as snacks, hot dogs, sugary drinks, and packaged pastries—may double the risk of developing early neurological symptoms linked to Parkinson’s disease.
How to Treat an Obstruction in Your Stomach
Did you know that you can naturally treat gastric obstructions by adding to organic ingredients to your diet?
A Vital How-to Guide of Neuropathy Treatment & Prevention
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Is Your Fatigue a Big, Red, Warning Sign?
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Instant Back Pain Relief - How to Decompress the Spine
These spinal decompression exercises will help you relieve the pain, stiffness, and pressure throughout the entire spine almost instantly.
These 8 Infusions Are Natural Medicines For Many Problems
If you want to start the morning in a tasty and healthy way, try these wonderful tea infusions that treat many common health problems.
This Simple 2-Minute Massage Can Ease Foot Pain
Suffer from foot pain? This 2-minute massage will help ease symptoms.
Waiting Room Anxiety is Real: Here's How to Cope
ere are some practical strategies to help you through waiting room anxiety.
Why Dancing is the Single Best All-Round Activity After 60
Here is what the research actually shows about dancing after age 60, and how to get started.
Probiotics For Alzheimer’s - Can They Help?
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5 Ways to Improve Your Lung Capacity
This enlightening video will teach you to breathe more effectively by teaching you 5 simple lessons.
Breakthrough Aging study: The Secrets of the "Super-Agers"
Age 80, Memory of a 50-Year-Old: Scientists Just Cracked the Secret of "SuperAgers"
The Ancient Art of Acupressure for Constipation Relief
Six pressure points for constipation relief.
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How to Treat Hand Pain that Won't Go Away
Hand pain can be mysterious and annoying as heck. We use our hands all the time and it's hard to tell sometimes why we're hurting and what to do about it as we have to continue using them. This video will give you some tips on treating this pain.
The Complete Map to Our Most Important Pressure Points!
According to ancient oriental beliefs, every organ in the human body has a representative pressure point in the hand and the foot. Find out all about them here.
These Healthy Foods Do Weird Things To the Human Body!
Everyday foods like cilantro, pine nuts, and green tea can prompt the human body to react in many surprising ways!
The Screenings to Know at 40, 50 & 60
a comprehensive guide to the most recommended physical health tests for U.S. adults in midlife and beyond, grouped by age.
Microbreaks: How to Protect Yourself from Burnout
How to cope with prolonged times of inactivity with microbreaks.
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Lower Back Lost Mobility? Here's How to Self Pop It
Here's how to safely pop and release pressure from the spine, by yourself, using a foam roller.
The Supplements You Should Take With Your GLP-1 Medication
You've likely noticed one of their most powerful effects of GLP-1: they really do quiet your appetite. For people managing type 2 diabetes or working on weight loss, that's exactly the point.
9 Health Benefits of Cumin Anyone Can and Should Enjoy
. These studies revealed that there is a justified basis for using cumin as a natural remedy to ease various problems, and after you read about its 9 health benefits, it's likely you too will want to eat more foods with this wonderful spice.
Brain Cancer: What Symptoms Should You Watch Out For?
This article provides an overview of brain cancer, including the main types, early warning signs, how it’s diagnosed, key statistics, and new developments in detection.
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Don’t Buy Into These 11 Myths on Foot Hygiene and Health
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When is a Sore Throat a Symptom of Tonsil Cancer?
Tonsil cancer is not among the most common cancers, but precisely because its symptoms can look at first like a simple problem, it is important to know when it is right to seek an examination.
Who Can Benefit From Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
Learn about the lymphatic system and how a lymphatic drainage massage can help you even with the common cold.
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