Author: healthtost
Written by Rasha Al-LamiAs a mother, physician, and immigrant to the US who has endured the painful journey of family separation, I aim to highlight the neglected aspects of reproductive health and rights for immigrants (including those entering the US legally). Having witnessed some of the struggles mentioned below, I am able to express the forgotten suffering of immigrants during their reproductive years. As a doctor, I call on wider health professionals to stand up for the reproductive rights of immigrants. More than 13% of the US population is foreign-born with almost half being immigrant women in their…
All humans have had to grieve at some point in our lives. The loss of a job, a property, an opportunity, a pet, and most of all, the loss of a loved one can cause us to mourn. At that point, we feel pain, sadness and sometimes anger. Many people today are dealing with or dealing with bereavement. That’s why I decided to write about useful health tips for grief You see, grieving is a natural thing. We all had to go through difficult circumstances. Before I delve into the health tips to help you deal with grief, I’d like…
Kent med technology manufacturer Bedfont is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with NewMed Ltd. as joint lead sponsor for Heart of Kent Hospice. Bedfont is proud to be known as a world leader in breath analysis, specializing in the design and manufacture of medical breath analysis devices for over 47 years. Using innovative technology, Bedfont provides cutting-edge medical devices at affordable prices to improve the accessibility and standards of healthcare worldwide. As a business, Bedfont is always looking for ways to give back to the community through charitable events and sponsorships. We are delighted to be working with NewMed…
In 2011, pop music scholar Simon Reynolds was already observing pop culture’s fascination with its own past, noting that “we live in a pop age gone loco for retro and crazy for memorial.” For Reynolds, this obsession with the past has the potential to bring about the end of pop music culture: “Could it,” he asks, “the greatest danger to the future of our music culture is … its past?” The situation has not improved in recent years since Reynolds raised his concerns. Our fixation on the popular music of previous decades threatens our future by stifling originality. Thanks to…
Achieving a set of sculpted abs is a common fitness goal for many, representing not only aesthetic appeal, but also strength and health. While genetics play a role in how easily one can develop visible abs, with the right strategy, it is possible to make significant progress within a month. This guide outlines a comprehensive approach, including exercise, nutrition advice and lifestyle adjustments, to help you work towards that coveted six-pack. From Flab To Fab Your Month Long Guide to Getting Abs Before diving into the regimen, it’s important to understand the muscles you’re aiming to target: the rectus abdominis,…
Working women in India today face various challenges in managing their professional life and family at work and at home. The sole responsibility for meeting their work needs and maintaining the health of the entire family rests with the woman of the house. Managing time and resources in the best possible way to maintain everyone’s health and nutrition needs becomes a priority. Proper meal preparation saves most of your valuable time, money and energy with the primary purpose of maintaining a healthier lifestyle.As a Nutritionist, I have developed some simple tips for time management and maintaining nutritional requirements below. I…
Stressing About Your Teen-to-Be? Here’s how to prepare for the wonder years… As parents we have learned to dread the teenage years. Hormones, arguments and attitude have always haunted parenting nightmares, but add a global pandemic and the very serious downsides of social media to the mix and you have a seriously toxic environment for these age-old dramas. But what if we could enter these years with wonder, curiosity, and even excitement about the amazing people our children are growing into? Act positively “A positive mindset is probably the the most critical factor,” says the positive psychologist and teen expert…
As much as we wish it were otherwise, sexually transmitted infections (STDs) should be at the forefront of anyone’s mind who is sexually active. This means that you need to be aware of the various ways in which your health can be affected and what infections you can be exposed to when you have sex. If you are sexually active, you should know about human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV, the virus that causes genital warts, is the most common viral STD in the world and infects millions of people each year. It is estimated that 90% of men and 80% of…
Rozie Hicks created Bump’n style to help mums-to-be feel strong, beautiful and confident during pregnancy and motherhood, without breaking the bank in the process. They rent great styles that flatter changing bodies, for a fraction of the purchase price. She is passionate about women on this special journey at such a special time in their lives, seeing them shine in clothes that make them feel great. Here Rozie talks to The Natural Parent magazine about what inspired her to start Bump’n stylethe challenges she has overcome along the way, the pros and cons of running her own business and…
In a recent review published in the journal Pulse, David Curtis of the UCL Institute of Genetics, University College London, reviews historical and ongoing genetic variation research with a focus on hypertension. It tracks the progress studies have made in identifying genetic associations, revealing the functional mechanisms that support the roles of genetics in hypertension risk, and the clinical implications of these studies in guiding future risk assessment and disease interventions. While its findings reveal associations between hundreds of common genetic variants and hypertension, with the effect of the former on the latter varying by gene, this review highlights the…