Engine failure in a car results in instant stopping. Heart failure fortunately does not mean instant stopping for the body. This term is a bit of a misnomer as it does not mean the heart has come to a standstill, but it refers to a condition where the heart is
A bumper sticker from the hippy era in the Sixties read: “Candy is dandy, but sex don’t rot your teeth!” Apart from the “feel good” emotional benefits, are there are any other physiological benefits for your body? Hugging: Hugging increases levels of oxytocin, the so called “love hormone”, which
Once medication has reached the expiry date, is it still safe to use or should you dispose of it immediately? A study done by the Food and Drug Administration in the USA has found that 90% of both prescription and over the counter drugs are perfectly good to use, even
When trying to lose weight, there are more diets out there than one can follow in a lifetime! Sometimes it is not only what you eat, but how much you eat that affects your weight. Eating too fast can easily lead to overeating. A very simple eating practice originated in
Bruises usually follow after a painful bump or other type of injury. When you start noticing bruises without consciously remembering any injury, there may be certain medical conditions at play. If you experience unexplained bruises, it may be best to see a doctor. Aging – Your skin gets thinner as
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Maize products in Mexico are much healthier than local products and the secret has been known for centuries in the Americas. Since ancient time Aztec, Mayan and Mexican civilizations have developed a process of cooking maize that effectively softens the maize and improves the taste, and which unintentionally also ensured
The glycemic index is of particular interest to people with diabetes, as they need to monitor the carbohydrate contents of their food. Different foods have different effects on blood sugar levels, and these effects are quantified by the glycemic index and glycemic load. But what does this mean? Glycemic index
Children often have to hear that eating carrots will improve their eyesight, or that sitting too close to the TV or reading in dim light will damage their vision. As grown-ups we often hear that looking at a computer screen for long periods of time is the main reason why
