Latest Health News & Features

Sitting for extended periods can be detrimental to your overall health. So take a stand against being a couch potato by adopting these suggestions.

Many make a living sitting in front of a computer or at a desk. At home, you play video games, read a book or watch videos while seated for extended periods. At school, you listen to the lecture, take an exam or work in study groups while in your seat.

Prolonged sitting, however, can be harmful to…

Studies show that 63 percent of consumers want to eat healthy all the time. Learn about 7 effective tips for making your eating habits healthier.

Americans have been unfairly painted as very unhealthy when studies show that plenty of people in the country would relish the opportunity to eat healthier. According to a recent survey of nearly 1,600 consumers, as many as 93 percent of respondents said they would like to eat healthily occasionally. A further 63 percent of…

Pregnancy may seem like the best time to just relax while you wait for the baby. With the additional weight (thanks to your baby bump), you’ll feel more tired than usual and everything in your body will ache.

But unless you’re experiencing complications, being pregnant isn’t a pass for not exercising. In fact, pregnancy is the best time to get…

Ladies, because our bodies can change a lot over the years, often, we miss taking a hint the body is telling us. What we thinking as normal may actually be a sign of something more sinister. It may even require further investigation with a doctor.

The question is, how do you know that the changes in your body are okay? Perhaps the following may help you figure it out.

1. Hair Loss and Growth

Contrary to what most people think, hair loss…

There is a point in your pregnancy when you want to pamper yourself a bit and look good. Being pregnant can be stressful, and it does change a woman’s body and appearance. For some women, their appearance can give them a boost of confidence and mood. if you are curious about what beauty treatments you could use even if you’re pregnant, you might consider some natural beauty treatments and non-invasive procedures like a non-surgical facelift. Here are some options…

Hair loss can mean a lot of things. It’s one way your body is telling you that there is something wrong happening inside it and that you need to deal with it ASAP. However, knowing the main cause of your hair loss can be difficult, especially since the signs and symptoms are sometimes similar.

Below, we will discuss some signs that your hair loss might be due to thyroid disease. Make sure to read every single one of them so…

We’re now more informed than ever about our health. In the past, the general populace knew little about health conditions. In fact, many put small ailments, and even severe illness, in the hands of the Gods. Luckily, we now have extensive knowledge of the body, as well as access to search engines like Google. We’re all backseat doctors. If we have symptoms, we get online and check them out. If only our ancestors could see us…

As you get older, there are numerous symptoms that you may experience which are likely to be attributed to the menopause, and most of the time, that will be the cause. However, some of the symptoms commonly associated with menopause can be a symptom of something more serious, and it is important to be aware of this if you…

You can, of course, continue to work if you wish during your pregnancy. However, it’s also possible to request some time off if you feel that your career is putting too much pressure on you during what can be a difficult time. It will always depend on your job, the industry you work in and the position you fill. If your job…

Trying to conceive can be an emotional roller coaster for many couples. It can be heart breaking each month when you have been trying, and you don’t receive a positive pregnancy test. It can be hard. However, there are many things you can do to get you back on track. The…