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It is not unusual today to see children glued to their screens. In fact, 80% of parents with children 11 and under say their children watch videos on YouTube, according to a Pew Research Center 2020 poll. Half of these parents say their children watch videos every day – some even several times a day. But staring at a screen for too long can have a negative impact on children’s wellbeing – even creating dependency. According to research, children show off less curiosity, self-control and emotional stability when their screen time exceeds one hour per day. They are also more…
The pain experienced by a patient with a diagnosis such as cancer is a widespread and distressing symptom for many, significantly affecting their quality of life. Effective cancer pain management is critical to providing holistic care. Traditional pharmacological treatments, such as opioid and non-opioid analgesics, are commonly used, but often come with side effects and the potential for addiction. Therefore, integrative approaches that combine conventional medicine with complementary therapies are gaining ground for their holistic benefits and fewer adverse effects. This article explores various comprehensive strategies for managing cancer pain, highlighting their effectiveness and the science behind them. Pharmacological Treatments…
There are many myths and misconceptions about skin care products, such as how long they take to produce noticeable results, how many products a routine should include, or even which ingredients are the best.However, with so much information at our fingertips, deciding on the best products for your skin type can be complicated and overwhelming. At Tropic, we’re on a mission to simplify skincare by bringing out the only natural ingredient product that can adapt to almost any skin concern: Tamanu Balm. We surveyed 2,000 Brits to uncover the truth about people’s attitudes towards their skin. We’ve looked at routines,…
Blueberry season is very important to our family. Specifically, wild blueberries. The adventure usually begins at the beginning of August, when wild blueberries first start to appear in shops and markets. My husband Josh starts with the basic price for an 11 liter wooden basket. Prices start off higher when the berries first come out and over the course of the month, they gradually drop. It’s a tough game. You want to get the best price, but if you wait too long, you’re completely missing out and out of luck until next year – which means you’ll have fewer berries…
Exercising during a heat wave isn’t much fun. Training and nutrition expert David Wiener reveals 6 key steps to creating an ideal summer workout routine to ensure you stay on track with your goals As the weather warms up, it can be difficult to stick to an exercise schedule. Sometimes the last thing you want to do in the hot weather is exercise. But exercising in the summer months doesn’t have to be a chore. the last thing you want to do in hot weather is exercise Creating an exercise program that works for you in the summer months is…
READING: 3 minutes Doctors, dentists, nutritionists — most experts agree that limiting sweets can help you feel healthy and alive overall. But what about sugar and your skin? Can that perfect piece of chocolate cake lead to signs of aging skin? As it turns out, sugar is a key factor in the skin aging process. And there it is glycosylation With the help of experts, we’re here to explain the definition of glycation and reveal how much (or little) sugar can contribute to skin aging. Let’s start. What is glycosylation? Glycation is a natural process in your body caused by…
Let’s face it, we’re a little old when it comes to sex. We often assume that young couples have sex, but older couples don’t. This means that when we look at an older couple—whether they’ve been married for decades or just started dating—we assume that sexually transmitted infections (STIs) aren’t a problem. But this is not true. STDs have nothing to do with age, but with sexual behavior. Older people have sex and should think about sexually transmitted infections.The most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found rapidly increasing rates of STDs among adults 55…
There are no doubts about the many benefits of getting plenty of fruits and vegetables in your daily diet. They can be rich in vitamins, minerals and macronutrients. Produce can be high in fiber, antioxidants and more.But if you’re not smart and savvy about where, when and how to buy products, you can easily spend an arm and a leg on items that go bad or were never great to begin with.You already know how to best store your products. Now go one step ahead and learn how to buy the best fruits and vegetables.Buy seasonallyOne of the best ways…
Whether you’re new to the world of half marathons or have been running them for years, one thing you should always prepare for is recovery. After a long race, everything from your muscles to your mind can feel bad—but there are several ways to combat that, starting at the finish line. In this guide, we provide half marathon recovery tips so you can rest, repair, replenish and hit the road again with vigor. Immediate actions after the match You cross the finish line and stop—you’ve completed the half marathon! Whether it’s the first, fifth or fifteenth race, it’s worth celebrating.…
In a recent study published in JAMA Network Openresearchers investigated the relationship between long-term exposure to air pollution and the development of psoriasis, and how genetic susceptibility may influence this relationship and psoriasis risk. Their findings show that prolonged exposure to various air pollutants significantly increases the likelihood of developing psoriasis, especially in genetically predisposed individuals. Study: Air pollution exposure, genetic susceptibility and risk of psoriasis in the United Kingdom. Image credit: Ternavskaia Olga Alibec / Shutterstock Record Psoriasis is a common skin disease that causes persistent redness, itching and discomfort. It is an auto-inflammatory disease, meaning it is caused…