As human beings, we instinctively hug our children. We do the same with those we love, especially in challenging times. To us, it is a way to offer comfort, understanding, and reassurance. But according to research, hugging someone, especially for more than three seconds, could have a profoundly positive impact on both people. We could […]
The topic of pornography may be taboo, but this industry is worth around 100 billion dollars. One survey found that 99% of participating males admitted to watching pornography, and the global statistics for females is 35% and is on the increase. Many may view pornography as just entertainment and something to do. However, the use […]
Cold showers may not seem like the most appealing activity, but it could be a beneficial one for you. It involves reducing the water temperature to under 60 degrees. A cold shower can serve as cold therapy that can aid in enhancing healing, boosting mood, and improving your overall wellness. And to be effective, it […]
Low impact exercises are those that do not involve putting excess strain or weight on your muscles or joints when in motion. These kinds of exercises include swimming, yoga, gentle mat Pilates, light walking, biking, light strength training, water aerobics, and cycling. This is a great way to begin exercise if you experience joint pain, […]
Many folks look forward to the warm weather of summer and all the wonderful activities that come with it. But the warmer temperatures can take a toll on your body if you are not careful. You can dehydrate or overheat easily on a hot day, and heat-related illnesses can become very serious, or even fatal. […]
Summer is a time when many people take a break from the hustle and bustle of life and go on a vacation. The goal is to destress and hit the reboot button. However, it doesn't always help us relax as much as we hope. Summer travel can be a stressful ordeal, full of complex plans, […]
Coffee is one of the most popular beverages worldwide, well-known for its psychoactive effects, such as boosting mental alertness, reaction time, productivity, and vigilance. Americans consume an estimated 5.1 kg of coffee per person a year. Caffeine is a major source of the benefits of coffee and why many men and women rely on this […]
It is beyond dispute that the most important hallmark of menopause is hormonal fluctuations. Therefore, it is unsurprising that hormone-producing organs, like the adrenal glands, and their disorders are the subject of multiple studies to determine their role in menopause. Considering adrenal fatigue is one of the most common adrenal conditions, there are often questions […]
Pickleball is a low-impact sport that was invented almost fifty years ago on Bainbridge Island, Washington. It has grown tremendously in popularity recently, taking off during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s one of the fastest-growing sports in America. This activity is helping people to have fun while staying fit. It’s social, friendly, and competitive. Pickleball is […]
There is a link between shortened telomere length and lifespan. Telomeres protect the ends of the chromosomes that comprise your genomes. They are roughly 8,000-10,000 nucleotides in length, but they shorten each time a cell divides. And once telomeres reach a critical length, the cell no longer divides and dies. The shortening of telomeres has […]
