Seven Reasons Why You Should Take Up Running

Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise. No matter what your shape, size or level of physical fitness, it is one of the easiest and most accessible exercises to start enjoying, as well as being one of the toughest to master.

1: All Around Benefits

After just a few runs, beginners will start to notice the health benefits that the exercise brings. Running is a great way to boost your mood, and if you can manage to drag yourself out of bed for an early morning run, you’ll feel much more alert and awake for the rest of the day. It kick starts the bodies metabolism, strengthens joints and bones, burns calories and increases stamina and endurance. Continue Reading

Laser Hair Removal During Pregnancy: Safety & Regrowth Facts

Pregnant women are often given conflicting advice. They’re told not to take certain medications, but they’re never told why. Well-meaning friends and family members warn against too much exertion, while medical professionals recommend physical activity. Everyone – from medical professionals to bloggers to yoga teachers – offers advice on what to eat, what cosmetics to avoid, etc. Read more

Top Six Tips For Eye Health

 

Six Things You Can Do For Healthy Eyes

People often neglect their eyes, however they are one of the most vulnerable parts of the body. That’s why we have eye lids, lashes and tear ducts that secrete moisture.  These are all biological mechanisms to protect your eyes.  But the body can’t take care of itself alone, so take an active stance and protect your eyes with these six steps.

1. Adjust Your Work Station

If you look at a computer all day, ask your employer to provide a protective screen for the monitor. Also, for old-fashioned monitors, ensure that the refresh rate is the fastest speed. This will reduce the amount of flicker on the screen and therefore be better for the eyes. Continue Reading

Causes Of Autism

Over recent years, many theories about the causes of autism have been put forward, yet at present we have no definitive answer as to the question. Commonly known as Autistic Spectrum Disorder, or ASD, and covering many different degrees of symptoms experienced by sufferers, the condition affects lots of children every year, who continue to have the symptoms into adulthood. Read more

The Best And Worst Jobs For Your Health

Every job has its good points and bad points and some jobs will simply be worse for your health than others. Job satisfaction and loving what you do for a living can help, but if you work in a high-risk job such as a police officer or as a fire fighter, as much as you may love your work, your health is always going to be at risk.

Some jobs come with known or common health problems, some of which we don’t even really think about and these can be managed with little thought and effort. Read more

Aishwarya Rai

Blue Eyes Versus Brown: Finding the Epitome of Beauty

Aishwarya Rai is an Indian beauty with striking blue-green eyes. But, would she be the Miss World and Bollywood’s darling if she had dark eyes? Would she have taken on Hollywood and won? Perhaps yes and perhaps no. It’s a conundrum that can’t be answered simply. Read more

10 Steps Towards A Great Night’s Sleep

A good night’s sleep is crucial for maintaining focus and attention and preparing the body for the day ahead. Of course, with everyday work and stress countering a healthy lifestyle, it’s not always easy to get to sleep or create the right environment for a solid night of rest. With this in mind, here are some quick tips to help bring about a more effective bed time routine. Read more

5 Signs of Cancerous Skin Moles

Skin moles are very common and generally aren’t issues for most people, but they can be cancerous in some cases. Even moles that were healthy in the past can become cancerous as a result of sun exposure and genetics. It’s always extremely important for people to see their doctor once per year so they can get their moles checked out professionally. In the meantime, there are five signs of cancerous skin moles anyone can check for. Read more

Best Places to Dine While on a Diet

Best Places to Dine While on a Diet

When you are dining on a diet, your options do not have to be limited. There are ways to make a diet work so that you can still enjoy eating out with your friends. It is always important to remember to dine at restaurants that will not serve you with overwhelming portions of food and provide you with healthy options to choose. Here are some of the best places that you can dine while on a diet. Continue Reading

Keeping Fit for Free

A monthly or yearly gym subscription isn’t something everyone can afford. You also might not feel you’re getting your money’s worth if you’re not the type to attend the various fad-fitness classes that gyms offer or are on too tight a schedule to fit these in. Luckily, gym isn’t your only alternative. Keeping fit at home is a perfectly viable option, as long as you have the motivation. Read more