In the first part of our article on the cause of allergies, we looked at the effects of diet. In this second part, we will look at how hygiene can affect our immune systems. In the modern age, our healthy, clean lifestyles reduce our exposure to bacteria, which consequently means that our immune systems are [...]
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The Causes of Allergies, Part 1
Over the last couple of years, there has been much debate over whether how we live our lives affects our chances of developing allergies, and what we can do to prevent this from happening. In particular, there are 2 key areas experts are interested in, which are the effects of diet, and hygiene. In this [...]
The Sun’s Out - Don’t Forget the Sunscreen
As Memorial Day Weekend approaches and summer starts, the sun gets hotter, and we need to consider stocking up on sunscreen. It may sound alarmist, but it is a sad fact that over a milion Americans will get skin cancer this year. So, my one piece of advice, as the song goes, WEAR SUNSCREEN!
When we [...]
Trans Fats - How Bad Are They For You?
Much has been written of late about the dangers of so called ‘trans fats’, and how they are present in our every day diets. Unlike other dietary fats, trans fats are not essential, and they do not promote good health. More worryingly, the consumption of trans fats increases one’s risk of coronary heart disease by [...]
Affordable Home Remedies for Achieving the Perfect Smile
Everyone desires to have a great smile, to show off their gleaming white teeth. However, it is increasingly the case that regular toothpastes are no longer capable of giving people that shiny and bright smile, and more and more people are turning to various methods of teeth whitening in order to perfect their smile.
Today, a [...]
How a Daily Dose of Vitamin E Can Help you Live Longer
Recent studies have shown that Vitamin E has proven capabilities of fighting certain diseases and ailments. Studies show that Vitamin E can aid with oxygen preserving and potentially offers cure for various symptoms. Taking just 200 IU daily may increase oxygen preserves, which control the bodily organs and the heart. The vitamin also appears [...]
Genetic Link to Autism Discovered
Autism researchers may be closer to discovering why autism affects boys more than four times as often as girls. A new gene variant. known as CACNA1G, which is located on chromosome 17, was found overwhelmingly on boys with autism. Analysis of the DNA of 1,046 members of families with at least two sons suffering from [...]
Some Easy to Follow Snoring Remedies
We all know someone who snores, and can appreciate how annoying it is for their partner, when they can’t get to sleep at night because of the incessant noise they make. Here are some tips to help them and their partners get a good night’s sleep!
Snoring is a result of the noise which is made [...]
How to Get Your ‘Five a Day’
We must all know by now the big campaign to eat 5 portions of fruit or vegetables a day. Fruit and veg are healthy, packed with vitamins, minerals, fibre, and antioxidants. But studies show we are only consuming around 2 portions a day - so how do we make sure that we are getting enough [...]
Keeping Mental Illness a Secret
Unfortunately, there is still a stigma attached to mental illness, and it is still often one of society’s secrets, which sufferers are afraid to talk about. Men and women suffer from with mental illness in equal measure, however women are more likely to seek help than men. Men often see it as sign of weakness, [...]
Want to avoid the Flu - Stop Your Diet!
A new research study has shown that dieting during the winter months can seriously reduce your body’s ability to fight off flu and other viruses. Dieting at this time of year could impair your body’s ability to fight the flu virus, a study warns.
Researchers found that mice who were put on a calorie controlled diet [...]