Eye-Eye Captain! Keeping Your Kids’ Eyes Healthy

Children are resilient little creatures, but just like adults they get sick and they have a need for regular appointments. Dentists and doctors are to be seen on a regular basis, of course, but a lot of parents overlook seeing an eye specialist from time to time. We, as adults, often take for granted how much our children can see. We assume that as they haven’t complained about a lack of sight, they must be just fine. The thing is, the world … [Read more...]

4 Things To Do Right After Your Yoga Workout Is Complete

4 Things To Do Right After Your Yoga Workout Is Complete Anyone who has ever done yoga knows the feeling that descends the moment you complete your workout. You feel energized yet relaxed, and your mind is more ordered than it will be at any other point in the day. It’s a delightful feeling, and often the temptation is to sit for awhile and bask in it. There’s no harm in basking, but there’s a few other ways you can extend the benefit of … [Read more...]

The Key To Your Kid’s Clean Teeth

The Key To Your Kid's Clean Teeth One thing many parents can struggle with over the years, is getting their kids to brush their teeth. Kids really try and fight this for some reason. If you want to make sure your child has clean teeth and builds up strong dental habits for the future, use the tips laid out below: Make Brushing Teeth Fun It goes without saying that you really need to make brushing teeth fun for your kids. You can do … [Read more...]

Medical Marvels: Incredible Advances That Are Saving Thousands Of Lives

Medical Marvels: Incredible Advances That Are Saving Thousands Of Lives Modern medicine really is incredible. It's remarkable to think that once upon a time we were using leeches to treat diseases! Now, we're at a stage where there are so many advanced treatments going on that it can be pretty overwhelming for a lot of people. However, modern medicine is something that has no interest in staying still or even slowing down. Every day there … [Read more...]

The Pros & Cons Of Sun Exposure

The Pros & Cons Of Sun Exposure Our relationship with the sun is kind of weird, don’t you think? On the one hand, we rely on it to keep us alive, but on the other, research consistently shows it is incredibly dangerous to stay out in the sunshine for too long. There is a massive range of consequences - good and bad - of sun exposure, and today I thought I would go through each of them. Ready to get started?   Pro: Taking care … [Read more...]

Understanding the Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment

Understanding the Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment Persons diagnosed with breast cancer have a wide range of treatment options at their disposal. Treatment will however have its side effects, the nature and severity of which will depend on the location of the cancer cells, the type of treatment applied and the general well-being and health of the patient. The following is a look at some of the side effects of breast cancer medication. … [Read more...]

Is Weightlifting Safe For Your Kids?

Is Weightlifting Safe For Your Kids? Immediately, you’re probably thinking, wait what? My child doesn’t want to lift weights, but you’d be surprised. Boys, in particular, tend to start talking about weightlifting around the age of puberty. They want to be strong, fit and athletic. Weightlifting may even be encouraged in older teenagers who are on sports teams. But should you let your child weight lift or engage in this type of strenuous … [Read more...]

Training Gains: Getting The Best Out Of Your Exercise Regime

Training Gains: Getting The Best Out Of Your Exercise Regime   If you’re committed to living a healthier lifestyle, you may be on a mission to be more active. Obesity is often demonized in the press, but did you know that inactivity is even more hazardous for your health? If you’ve started training, here are some top tips to help you get the best out of your new exercise regime. Sticking at it When you start exercising, you may be … [Read more...]

Don’t Be Bone-Idle: 4 Ways To Help Beat Osteoporosis

Don’t Be Bone-Idle: 4 Ways To Help Beat Osteoporosis About 54 million Americans are thought to have osteoporosis. This illness, which causes thinning of the bones, can be debilitating and put those who have it at greater risks of breaks and fractures. Whilst there is no definitive cure, that doesn’t mean that the only option is to surrender to this disease. There are plenty of ways to build bone strength and prevent risks of fractures that … [Read more...]

10 Steps To A Healthier You

10 Steps To A Healthier You It’s very easy to get distracted by other life goals, but nothing in this world is more precious than your body. Therefore, going the extra mile to keep your health in top condition should be at the top of everyone’s agenda. After all, it’s the perfect solution to enhance both the quality and quantity of your life. As a mother, it also helps you do more as a parent while setting a great example for the kids. … [Read more...]