Recycling has become an important part of our daily life. In fact, the phrase ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’ has been taught to children all over the world in hopes of creating a clean environment. There are many environmental benefits that recycling brings, from the individual level to businesses, industries and even entire countries. Here’s a reminder …
Smoking contributes to nearly 1 in 5 deaths. The top three causes of smoking-related deaths are cardiovascular disease, lung cancer, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In addition, smoking is associated with a number of other diseases. Quitting smoking can add years to your life. The sooner the better, it’s never too late to quit. …
Uncontrollable stress may be making you irritable and nervous. Stress relievers can help you restore calmness and serenity to your chaotic life without taking too much time or thinking. If your stress is getting out of control and you need some quick relief, try one of these tips. Eat a healthy diet. Eating a …
Urine contains many dissolved minerals and salts. Stones can form when these minerals and salts in the urine are at high levels. Kidney stones can be small but can grow in size. These stones reach the bladder through the ureters (the tubes connecting the kidneys and the bladder) and are excreted in the urine, but …
Unstable angina or sometimes referred to as acute coronary syndrome causes unexpected chest pain, and usually occurs while resting. The most common cause is reduced blood flow to the heart muscle because the coronary arteries are narrowed by fatty buildups (atherosclerosis) which can rupture causing injury to the coronary blood vessel resulting in blood clotting …
Sleep is crucial at any age, according to scientific evidences. Sleep revitalizes the mind, repairs the body, and strengthens practically every internal system. But, in order to get these advantages, how much sleep do we truly need? According to the National Sleep Foundation, healthy individuals require between 7 and 9 hours of sleep every night. …
Angina pectoris is the result of myocardial ischemia caused by an imbalance between myocardial blood supply and oxygen demand. It is a common presenting symptom (typically, chest pain) among patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). Approximately 9.8 million Americans are estimated to experience angina annually, with 500,000 new cases of angina occurring every year. It …
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is the abnormal narrowing of vessels carrying oxygen and nutrients (arteries) other than those going to your heart and brain. As the human body contains many vessels fitting this definition, there are multiple subcategories of this condition. The article you are about to read focuses primarily on lower extremity artery disease …
Common causes Signs How to stop? References Shopping addiction, also known as onyomania, is a type of behavioral addiction that involves compulsive buying as a way to feel good and avoid negative feelings, such as anxiety and depression. This definition consists of the Greek words “onios” meaning sale and “mania” meaning madness. In shopping addiction, the pleasure …
Effect on your health Proper brushing technique How often and when? References Dentists say that the most important part of dental care is done at home. Regular dental checkups and flossing with proper brushing can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. In other words, brushing teeth plays an important role in maintaining oral hygiene. …
