Posts Tagged“health”

How to maintain your health as you age

As adults, the aging process is one of those things that we don’t like to think about as we go about our daily lives. Despite this, the effects of this inevitable aspect of living will occur whether we want them to or not. By taking a proactive attitude, you can live a long and healthy life well into your golden years. Here’s how to maintain your health as you age. 1) Test your hearing regularly Of all the functions that have a direct impact on your quality of life, there are few that are more important than having a sharp…

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Get Fit and Treat Your Illness

  Dealing with any form of illness is something the majority of individuals would pass on. That being the case, the illness one is dealing with can at times be reflective of their lifestyle, especially if drugs are involved. When drugs play a role in one’s illness, the recovery efforts (and time needed to recover) can in fact prove hard and long. Despite some obstacles, those willing to get help can in fact find it. The bottom line is that an individual wants to get better no matter what it takes. So, are you willing to treat your illness and…

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How to Prepare Yourself for Weight Loss Surgery

More and more people are becoming obese in this country, and, indeed, the world. As a result, bariatric surgery is now incredibly popular, quite literally saving people’s lives. If you are classed as a good candidate, you will have to go through a lengthy period of preparation. Your surgeon will provide you with a plan of action, which you must follow to the letter. The most important element of this is to eat the special diet that you have been provided with. Not only will this get you ready from a nutritional perspective, it will also start to teach you…

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How Science is Leading the Way to a Better Food System

Photo by CC user The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Flickr The food we eat has an impact not only on our bodies, but on the environment as well. As more people become aware of the potential negative consequences of certain foods and how they are produced, there is a growing movement toward plant-based cuisine. The increasing popularity of the veganism movement is another sign of this growing awareness of the processed food industry. While many people want to move towards a more plant-based diet, it can be a challenge to find workable substitutes for certain foods or ingredients. Eggs,…

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Is It Time to Trim Away the Fat?

Did you ever stop for a moment and wonder just how many Americans deal with weight issues, specifically having too much of it? Unfortunately, millions of people nationwide fight their weight problems on a daily basis. In the end, some find relief, many others continue the struggle. While there are myriad of ways by which individuals can drop some or even a ton of weight, it is important that any weight-loss efforts be done properly. If they’re not, they can endanger one’s health. With that in mind, are you one of the countless people looking to trim away the fat?…

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