When we speak about technology, many of us don’t consider the fact that indoor plumbing, the wheel, the steam generator, and ceramic vessel manufacture are also classified under the heading. However, it is worth noting that we live in a society more bound and restricted by technology than any other in human history. For the … [Read more…]
Dog owners have known forever that dogs make people happy. However, until recently, dog owners could only back this statement up with anecdotal evidence. Recent studies have demonstrated that not only does dog ownership lead to happiness, it also leads to better health and a longer life. Dogs improve health and happiness through several mechanisms. … [Read more…]
Is spring cleaning not enough to refresh your home? Consider the following suggestions to spruce up your home for spring. Repaint Doors and Trim Are your doors and door facings dingy? Repainting doors and door facings will give your house a bright, fresh look. Are your doors and trim standard neutral and boring white or … [Read more…]
You’ve had your evaluation and the diagnosis is not as favorable as you would have hoped: A tumor. Though the word itself may strike fear into the heart of anyone receiving the news, there is no reason to give up yet! Medical advancements and the dedication of compassionate experts can make treatment and recovery a … [Read more…]
In the United States, anxiety disorders are the most common of mental illnesses. There are around 40 million adults that suffer (about 1 in 5 people). They develop from a wide array of contributing risk factors, such as brain chemistry, genetics, personality, and life events. Anxiety disorders are treatable, yet only about one-third sufferers seek … [Read more…]
Addiction comes in many forms, and though someone can get addicted to just about anything, alcohol and drugs are two of the most common and the most harmful. Addiction plays by its own rules. It is the only disease that tells the user that they don’t have a disease, and that everything is just fine, … [Read more…]
Skin ailments like eczema and dermatitis are common, and just about everyone knows someone who suffers from at least one if not both of these conditions. There are, however, numerous other skin ailments that you may not be familiar with, but you could certainly benefit from learning about some of the less common skin conditions. … [Read more…]
Although fast food may not actually make you suicidal (hopefully not), and funnel cakes at the fair won’t cause you to literally burst into tears on the spot, these kinds of foods are not ideal for you on any level. Too much of these heavy, unhealthy foods could make you unlikeable and irritable – not … [Read more…]
Almost all nutrition authorities now state that the consumption of fresh and whole foods is one of the best ways to maintain one’s health. Unfortunately, that will always be easier said than done and there are now countless forms of preservatives and additives that are placed in even the most innocuous foods that many eat … [Read more…]
When you want to lose weight and stay in shape, it’s often difficult to do so with a slow metabolism. Sadly, due to our sedentary lifestyles and a host of other factors, plenty of us gain weight as we age. While it’s part of the natural aging process, one can help their cause by eating … [Read more…]