Author: healthtost
“It’s a boy!” or “It’s a girl!” they are often the first words spoken after a baby is born. Most of us don’t remember the words when we were born and those of us who are parents will never forget those words when one of our children arrived. My wife, Carlin, and I have six children, seventeen grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Gender and gender issues have always been important to me, as they are to most. Before the publication of his book, Boys and Men: Why the Modern Man Struggles, Why It Matters, and What to Do About It by…
Milia, or “those little white bumps that just won’t go away,” may be less obvious than acne and blackheads, but they can be just as annoying. Appearing as tiny, hard bumps under the skin, milia often damage the skin under the eyes or on the cheeks and are difficult to remove. But fear not! Eminence Organic Skin Care has you covered with an explanation of the common milia categories along with the methods and products you can use to even out your skin. What is Milia? Milia are small cysts filled with keratin, a type of protein found in skin…
TW: be aware that we will be discussing pregnancy, human trafficking and child death in this piece. This week’s hot topic at the lunch table at HANX HQ? Trends in sexually transmitted infections (yes, we are considered a agitation at parties). Right now in the US, we are seeing an alarming increase in syphilis. It may sound like a Victorian disease, but cases of this sexually transmitted infection have increased by 80% since 2018 all age groups. When it comes to women’s health, it has a particularly devastating impact, especially on those who are pregnant. So why is this STD…
As a local and a big foodie, here are all my restaurant recommendations for Kelowna, BC! Kelowna has such a vibrant food and wine scene, and I’m grateful to have so many great restaurants in my backyard. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite places to eat (I’ll make sure to keep adding to the list!), with something for everyone. Enjoy! Where to eat in Kelowna Roma Nord My favorite little restaurant is Roma Nord. The Italian owners Danilo and Angela (she does the cooking) are hard working, kind and the best hosts. Danilo takes the extra time to get…
Melanin protects the skin – the body’s largest organ and a vital component of the immune system – from the damaging effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. When skin is exposed to UV radiation, melanin production is stimulated in melanocytes, with tyrosinase playing a key role in the biosynthetic pathway. However, disturbances in this pathway caused by UV exposure or aging can lead to excessive accumulation of melanin, resulting in hyperpigmentation. To combat this, tyrosinase inhibitors that suppress melanin synthesis have become valuable in the cosmetic industry. Unfortunately, some of these compounds, such as hydroquinone, have been found to be toxic…
Pregnancy is a team effort. A couple may have been planning a pregnancy for some time but have been unsuccessful. Reasons can be genetic or lifestyle, age and medical disorders. Genetic or lifestyle disorders can be corrected naturally – perhaps with good nutrition, doing the right kind of exercise and meditation, or sometimes with medical help. As for age, there’s not much you can do about it. However, medical problems may need to be treated medically. In the case of medically assisted reproduction, intrauterine insemination (IUI) can be used, as well as assisted reproductive technology. Besides these scientists like Patrick…
If you’ve tried every popular diet and blown your healthy eating efforts because you’re not getting the lasting weight loss results you desire, we’ve got you covered! There are powerful hacks to lose 10 pounds that you’ve probably overlooked. In fact, as registered dietitians and personal trainers specializing in weight loss, we can assure you that the hacks we share with our clients help them lose 10 pounds with ease – and keep it off! And while each is effective, it also requires minimal effort, not a complete diet overhaul like many popular diets do. Gradual, small changes are what…
We all know that we need to drink enough water throughout the day to stay hydrated and healthy, ideally around 2 liters a day. But if you’re a big Coke fan, you might be wondering if Coke counts as water and if it’s just as hydrating. This article will dive into the Coke vs. Water hydration debate to clarify the best beverage for your hydration needs and answer common questions about Coke’s role in hydration.Does drinking coke count as water?Coke contains water and can technically help with your daily fluid intake, but it’s not the best choice. Think of it…
In a recent review published in the journal Experimental & Molecular Medicine, The researchers reviewed the available literature on the role and mechanisms (molecular and pathological) by which cholesterol imbalances in the brain contribute to neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD), Huntington’s disease (HD), and Parkinson’s disease ( PD). They review more than 80 publications for critical mechanisms, including synaptic dysfunctions, amyloid beta (Aβ) protein oligomers, protein clustering, and alterations of membrane structure and α-synuclein aggregation. Their findings suggest that altered cholesterol synthesis and metabolism are common features of most investigated neurodegenerative diseases. While cholesterol-lowering drugs can partially reduce…
Many thanks to my friends at NOW Food for sponsoring this post. They have so many amazing products including mine favorite creatine, on their website. Use FITNESSISTA20 for 20% off and stock up on wardrobe essentials, clean beauty products, nutritional supplements, pet goodies and more. Hello Hello! How are you; I hope you have a wonderful weekend! I’m coming in to share one of my favorite beauty DIYs: Turmeric Face Scrub. Turmeric is a vibrant yellow spice that comes from the root of the Curcuma longa plant. It belongs to the ginger family and has been used for centuries in…