Posts Tagged“health”

What is Drug Addiction?

Drug addiction is marked by an uncontrollable or compulsive need to seek and use drugs despite facing harmful consequences which usually last a long time. Drug addiction changes the brain chemistry negatively which can lead to harmful behaviors as is often seen in people who use drugs regularly. Drug addiction is also relapsing in nature meaning a person is likely to return to using them even after attempting to stop the drug usage for some time. Addiction usually starts with a person voluntarily taking drugs. But, with time, their personal ability to make an independent choice between using and not…

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Stress Management: Relaxing Your Mind and Body with these Tips

Your mental and physical well-being should always be your number one priority. It helps you stay on top of your game and perform at work or in your personal life. But unfortunately, it is also something that gets compromised most easily. The worries of your fast-paced, modern life can become toxic and consuming if you are not managing them well. We often don’t realize it, but this tension builds up, and before you know it, it starts taking a toll on your health. That is why every health expert advises people to maintain a positive outlook on life and neglect…

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CBD Oil for Dogs with Anxiety: How it Works

It’s surprising how pet owners now prefer CBD oil over man-man pharmaceuticals when treating certain conditions in their dogs. Perhaps, it’s because of its effectiveness in treating conditions like anxiety, chronic pains, arthritis, and dogs’ seizures.  However, anxiety is one of the common conditions of CBD oil treats in dogs. Trust me; anxiety is not a condition any dog should suffer. Irrespective of what is causing the anxiety, it could potentially affect the quality of your dog’s life. And if nothing is done about it, your dog that was once lively and happy will suddenly become forlorn.  But anecdotal evidence…

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Preparing for a Long Flight: Solutions to Beat Jet Lag

Travelling has been made a great deal easier in the world of today thanks to planes. Before this, who would’ve thought it would be possible to go from one side of the world to the other in a matter of hours. Not surprisingly, many of us have been bitten by the travelling bug and dream of seeing as much of the world as possible – a dream that can sometimes turn into a nightmare when it comes to jet lag. Scientifically known as desynchronosis, flight fatigue, and circadian rhythm disorder, it happens when due to changing several time zones our…

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Mental Health: The Role of a Counsellor in Resolving Depression

Can counselling help with my depression? This is the question that floats in people’s minds when depression comes crawling. It is not enough to know that a counsellor can help with your depression. Knowing how counselling services  help combat depression is one big step towards a depression-free life. Below is a counselling guide for people who are suffering from depression.  Who is a Counsellor? A mental health counsellor is described as a specialist who has undergone training to hold individual and group therapy sessions. He or she is a counsellor with a Master’s degree in Psychology or Counselling and several…

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5 Impressive Benefits of Collagen Supplements

Beauty enthusiasts have been taking advantage of collagen-infused products for years to help revitalize the look of their skin. What you may not know is that while collagen is a powerful topical treatment, it also has many benefits when taken internally. Collagen is a natural protein that is found abundantly in the body but tends to deplete in production with age. It acts as an essential component in maintaining the health of major connective tissues including tendons, ligaments, and muscles. As your body ages, and collagen levels are reduced tightening of these tissues can cause inflammation and mobility issues. Adding…

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How Can Wild Animals Spread Diseases to Us?

One of the biggest concerns with nuisance wildlife is their ability to cause health issues for homeowners and their families. There are thousands of diseases in the world, and many of them are carried by nuisance wildlife that can easily transmit to humans. If you have ever wondered how animals spread diseases, continue reading.  What Diseases Can They Carry? It might be obvious, but the diseases you could possibly encounter will depend on what nuisance animal you have an encounter with. Raccoons, opossums, skunks, and coyotes, are all very well known for carrying rabies. In addition, they carry many other…

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Dr. Andrew Kramer on 5 Things to Know About Penile Curvature Caused by Peyronie’s Disease

In a recent video posted on YouTube, Dr. Andrew Kramer, urologist and penile implant specialist, shared a step-by-step account of the penile implant surgery he was performing on a patient dealing with Peyronie’s disease. For men, having this disease causes undue stress and anxiety. It also diminishes a patient’s self-confidence. For these reasons and more, most men dealing with the disease seek consultation from a licensed urologist. What exactly is Peyronie’s disease? Here are a few things every patient should know, shares Dr. Andrew Kramer: 1. Penile curvature is the most common symptom In general, penile curvature isn’t a cause…

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Tiffany Ash: How Are Symphonies Adjusting During This Pandemic?

Tiffany Ash believes that despite the challenging situation brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, it was incredible when musicians started conducting virtual concerts on online platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. There were cancellations of entire concert seasons, postponements of international tours, and temporary closures of concert halls, all of which forced musicians out of their jobs indefinitely. Theaters and performance halls are empty as patrons and theatergoers take shelter in their homes. But despite this situation, performing art companies and musicians pivoted into digital platforms to maintain their patrons and sponsors and allow talented artists to explore new avenues of…

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Reasons Not to Delay Your Hernia Repair Surgery

Hernia is a medical condition where your internal organs like the intestine, tissues, fat, and fluids, etc, push through the weak spot of the abdominal wall. Hernias won’t go away by themselves, and you would require surgical intervention to treat a hernia. However, undergoing hernia repair surgery depends on whether you are showing the hernia symptoms and whether they affect your daily activities and work. If you have small hernias that don’t show any symptoms or the symptoms that don’t bother you in your everyday actions and work, then you and your doctor may continue ‘watchful waiting’ [wait for the…

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