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National Family Caregiver Month is celebrated each November to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. of President Biden 2024 National Family Caregiver Month Proclamation states, “Family caregivers are the backbone of our Nation, making enormous sacrifices to be there for the people who need and love them most. This month, we honor their selfless love and courage and recommit ourselves to getting them the support they deserve. In the United States of America, no one should have to choose between taking care of a parent who raised them, a child who depends on them, and a wage they…
How to navigate the holiday season while staying healthyIt’s starting to look and feel like the holiday season is upon us! The holiday season can be a time of joy, camaraderie, and enjoyment — but it can also bring challenges when it comes to maintaining health and wellness. It can also be stressful and emotional, which can make you want to use food as a coping mechanism. Between office parties, family celebrations, and endless desserts, it’s easy to lose track of your nutrition and fitness goals. It’s even easier to wake up in the New Year wondering where the extra…
It’s been a while since I felt this uncomfortable. I had an empty afternoon last week and saw Don’t speak evil (,trailer here,), a horror/suspense film about a family that goes to visit another couple they met on vacation. And shockinglythings don’t go as expected. If you saw it ,”Dinner Party” episode of The Office, where Jim and Pam go to Michael and Jan’s house for the the most awkward house party ever and you thought to yourself… “What if this was a 2 hour horror movie?” …that’s basically the plot Don’t speak evil. This movie is based on a…
A study coordinated by Dr. Francesc Jiménez-Altayó, researcher at the Institut de Neurociències of the UAB (INc-UAB) and CIBERCV, shows that temporary lack of blood flow to the brain can lead to permanent changes in the small arteries of the abdomen. in rats with high blood pressure. The research also investigated the effects of a drug called SAHA in mitigating these changes, finding that it prevented some early damage to the arteries and reduced long-term brain damage. A study published in Life Sciences investigated the effect of transient cerebral ischemia on peripheral blood vessels in hypertensive rats, as high blood…
Every day we make thousands of decisions, starting with what to eat for breakfast and what to wear. We make so many decisions that we don’t count. But it is important to understand how we make choices. This is because the approach we take can affect our mental health. For the past eight years, I have been researching how young people (15-25) make decisions – especially decisions that have an impact on their mental health. Mental health is a important health and social interestshaping the lives of young people worldwide. In one recent studyexamined whether decision-making styles contribute to anxiety…
I have been a men’s mental health practitioner since November 21, 1969, when I held my newborn son and vowed to be a different father than my father could be to me and to do what I could to improve my mental situation. , emotional and relational lives of men and their families. Along the way I earned a Master of Social Work (MSW), a PhD in International Health and wrote 17 books, including Looking for love in all the wrong places: Overcoming romantic and sexual addictions and The Irritable Man Syndrome: Understanding and Managing the 4 Root Causes of…
Enjoying the summer season with its long holiday season from December to New Year is an integral part of South African culture, but the potential for excess makes navigating food during the summer essential for your health and your waistline. Warm days and warm nights are the perfect settings to enjoy the outdoor-focused lifestyle that gives us so many more opportunities to be physically active and unleash our social natures. However, the whirlwind of year-end parties, holiday celebrations and holiday gatherings is changing our eating habits. In this article, registered dietitians Retha Harmse and Faaizah Laher, representatives of the Dietetic…
While cleansing oils and balms effectively remove makeup and impurities without stripping the skin, they may not be suitable for acne due to their ability to clog pores and worsen breakouts. Therefore, micellar water is the perfect alternative for those with acne-prone skin, as it provides effective cleansing while being gentle on the skin. Additionally, micellar waters are also lightweight and generally free of heavy and caustic ingredients that could aggravate breakouts. Therefore, in this article, I will recommend my top ten micellar waters for acne, while taking into account additional factors such as accompanying skin problems, ingredients, and overall…
Here’s the lowdown on making a delicious soup. It’s just soup season. I LOVE having soup bubbling on the stove. Makes the whole house smell amazing! I try to make one soup each week, setting myself up with easy, quick lunches. When it comes down to it, a solid soup starts with a solid base. Here’s the deal on stock vs. broth. Build Your Soup Base: Broth vs. Stock When it comes to making a delicious soup base, most (if not all) involve some sort of broth or stock. Usually chicken or vegetable. I generally use the terms broth and…
The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located on the right side of the abdomen. It is located just below the liver and its main function is to store bile. Because of how insignificant this organ can seem, we tend to take what we crave, without paying attention to its effects on this organ. A disease associated with this vital is gallstones and can sometimes be life-threatening. However, health professionals have recommended some healthy foods that can be added to our diet to help reduce the risk of developing gallstones. Most other gallbladder diseases are caused by various factors such…