Uncovering the Health Benefits of Onions: What You Need to Know

Health Benefits of Onions

Besides being one of the top vegetables and condiments, onion has several medicinal properties due to its active ingredients and nutrients, which make it a health ally. Belonging to the Alliaceae family of plants, red, white, or yellow, this bulb has many benefits for the body, bringing flavor to our culinary preparations. In addition to … Read more

Helpful Tips For Living Confidently With An Intermittent Catheter

Developing bladder control issues can be quite a difficult change. Fortunately, there are products and treatments to make all kinds of bladder concerns easier to live with. In some cases, an intermittent catheter might be recommended by your doctor. Self-catheterization encourages bladder emptying at regular intervals throughout the day. If your healthcare practitioner recommends self-catheterization, … Read more

8 Bad Habits You Should Remove From Your Daily Routine ASAP

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We all have bad habits that we indulge in on an everyday basis. But, while some of these may not pose severe consequences, others can take a significant toll on our health and productivity. By identifying and addressing these issues, you can drastically improve your daily life and set yourself up for future success. You … Read more

What Happens If You Use Expired Nasal Spray?

Use Expired Nasal Spray

Nasal sprays are commonly used to relieve nasal congestion and allergy symptoms. However, just like any other medication, nasal sprays have a shelf life and should not be used beyond their expiration date. Using an expired nasal spray can be harmful and can cause a range of problems.

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Can Healthy Eating Alone Bring You Good Health?

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Is it okay to eat healthily but not exercise? This is a question that many people who may not have the time or do not want to hit the gym or do physical exercise ask themselves. About 14.2% of the population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data from 2005, engage in low-intensity activities like walking and vacuuming or high-intensity activities like running for fewer than 10 minutes per week.

The cumulative amount of time spent sedentary, whether on the sofa or at a desk, unquestionably plays a role in the proliferation of lifestyle-related health problems. But can healthy eating alone bring you good health? This is exactly what we’re going to cover in this post.

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4 Simple Tips to Remain Healthy Amidst a Busy Schedule

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Being busy has its pros and cons. On the one hand, having a full agenda means that you’re probably being productive and working hard towards achieving your goals. However, the downside is that you’re likely so preoccupied with responsibilities at work, and duties at home, that you’ve forgotten to care for yourself and address your personal needs.

The reality is that looking after your best interests is neither as challenging nor as complicated as it sounds. It doesn’t even require a considerable commitment of time either. However, it needs consistency.

So, if you find yourself struggling to maintain healthy habits amidst your busy schedule, here are a few simple tips that may guide you in the correct direction.

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Health Travel Changes After Brexit

Health Travel

Brexit has been a huge part of everyone’s lives since the referendum result in 2016 and with that comes a vast amount of anxiety surrounding what is actually changing and how it will affect our day today, particularly when it comes to travelling.

Health Travel

However, with plenty of information online, as well as some easy to fill out forms, it is easier to travel than ever before. To help you make sure that your travelling is less stressful, we will be providing you with insight into health travel changes that you need to be aware of.

Can I Still Travel With My Current Passport?

One of the most common questions asked throughout the Brexit process is how the borders will be affected for those travelling from the UK into the rest of Europe. However, with a deal agreed, there was a vast amount of the stress lessened with many then asking whether or not their existing passports are still valid now that we have left the European Union. The answer is of course yes. You can still travel with the passport that you have as long as it is in date. However, when you apply for a new passport, you will receive a blue one rather than the traditional brown passports we once had.

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5 Natural Ways To Remove Toxins From Your Body

Remove Toxins From Body

You may not notice, but you expose yourself to a lot of chemical toxins every day. The food you eat, the air breathe in, household cleaners, cosmetics, and gadgets usually contain harmful toxins. These substances can negatively affect your body and which can be the cause of deteriorating health. However, you don’t have to worry … Read more

Healthy Living – The Lungs

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I wouldn’t mind placing a bet that you have no idea how many times you inhale each day. It’s not a small number. In fact, you’re about to be very impressed with yourself. Because without any conscious say so on your behalf, your lungs capably inflate about 30,000 times per day.

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Granted, that’s an upper estimate for those who breathe at the top end of resting breathing rates. But if you add in a little exercise? Yeah. The numbers are through the roof. Perhaps it’s time we looked at our lungs and gave some consideration to keeping our breathing apparatus in full working order. After all, with so many miles on the clock, you’re probably overdue a full service.

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How Tobacco Is Smoked Around the World

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Tobacco has been an important part of human culture for centuries, and this love of smoking has ensured the development of a huge variety of ways to consume tobacco.

forms of smoking

These forms of smoking depended entirely where in the world they developed, the purpose of the smoking (whether recreational or ritualistic) and how long ago. Each method of consuming tobacco has its pros and cons, so in this article we take a look at the different ways people have smoked over the centuries and examine how each way works. With many of these forms of smoking still freely available, knowing more about each can also help you determine what’s best for you!

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