Your stomach, or gut, houses a wealth of healthy bacteria that line the intestinal wall and fill the digestive tract. The gut undergoes a huge process to make sure that your body absorbs nutrition, removes toxins and other waste, and provides energy. Studies have shown that gut health is linked…
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Michelle Gillen is a writer and a recent graduate of SUNY Cortland with a Bachelor of Arts in Professional Writing. She is well-rounded in many forms of writing and is always looking for opportunities to grow and maximize her skills. See her website at michellegillen.weebly.com for her writing portfolio.
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Anger is explosive and scary when it takes over, and it can lead to you wanting to suppress it to remain in control and calm. However, suppressing it in an unhealthy way—like trying to deny or ignore it—will cause problems to your body and increase your risk for cardiovascular diseases.…
Stargazers and astronomy lovers rejoice! In January 2019, the moon will become a super blood moon and undergo a total lunar eclipse at the same time. This is a rare opportunity that shouldn’t be missed, because it won’t happen again for another two more years. Here’s everything you need to…
If you know someone who’s stoic and doesn’t wear her heart on her sleeve, then it’s hard to know when she’s depressed. She won’t ask for help and she’ll deal with her depression on her own. Here are five signs that someone is dealing with depression in silence. …
Our bones give our bodies structure and protect our inner organs from damage. As we age, we start to lose bone density, which can cause osteoporosis and make our bones easy to break. You might not know how weak your bones are until they prevent you from getting through the…
Obstacles are a part of life. They trap you, preventing you from getting what you want. Obstacles force you to make changes to accommodate for them, especially if they are extrinsic and physical. However, not all obstacles are easy to get around, and not all obstacles are easily identified. Personality…
All of us have routines that we follow, but many of them cause more harm than good. From how we work to how we live our lives, our bodies take the brunt of the consequences. Here are seven habits that are harming your body more than you think. …
You might adore your little colorful loofah puff that hangs daintily from your shower handle, but the beauty product hides a dark secret; it’s full of bacteria that grow with each use. Even using a loofah once soils it and creates a cesspool that gets worse and worse. No matter…
Our morning habits are key in preparing our bodies for the day’s events, and many of them can harm us. Mindfulness, appetite, our bodies’ ways of adjusting to the morning, and more are affected by how we act. Here are seven morning habits that can cause weight gain. Getting dressed…
Most of us associate forgetting things with losing intelligence and many of us bemoan our mistakes when we forget something crucial. However, it’s more beneficial for our brains if we’re forgetful because it helps us process and use information better. We can remember information that we need, ultimately making us…
Iron deficiency anemia is a health condition that occurs when your body has a deficiency in iron. If you’re pregnant or if you’re thinking about becoming pregnant, it’s important that you check your iron level and maintain it if it’s healthy. Here’s what you need to know about iron deficiency…
To have a beard or to be clean-shaven? Beards have become the norm for many men nowadays, whether because it makes them look good or because they’re following a fashion trend. However, their choice to cultivate a beard or to remain clean shaven impacts how women view them. In fact,…
Being in a relationship with an emotionally unavailable partner is a painful and distressing situation. You’re always left wondering if you’re wasting your time or if you’re even appreciated. However, it’s easy to find out if your partner is emotionally unavailable and leave the relationship before it worsens. Below are…
There are many things that can affect our mentality They could be rooted in our schedules or personalities, causing stress, pain, depression, and anxiety. Here are seven ways we sabotage our mental health in our daily lives. Avoiding exercise A lack of exercise makes our bodies softer and…
Baking soda is lauded for being a wonder of an ingredient for health problems. It whitens teeth, soothes upset stomachs, eases skin irritation, relieves heartburn, and much more. It can also relieve arthritis pain by easing inflammation. Here is how baking soda makes the changes in your body that reduce…
Lower back pain can be a constant battle that prohibits you from fully engaging in daily activities. Thankfully, there are ways you may be able to ease the pain thorough these stretches. Here are eight exercises. Bridge exercise The bridge is an essential exercise that helps you build…
Leg pain or leg cramps are common obstacles that usually go away with rest and a warm soak. Your legs take the brunt of your weight, supporting your posture and helping you move, and it can be debilitating if they don’t work as well as they should. Leg pain that…
Gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse that makes you question your sanity and your identity through emotional manipulation. An abuser who uses this method is called a gaslighter, and he’ll force you to depend on him while he controls your thoughts, reality, and life. Here are five signs that…
As autumn turns to winter, days get shorter and darker, snow falls, and the air becomes brutal. This can affect your body inside the house, even when you’re tucked into bed. When it’s too cold to sleep, you’ll find yourself cursing the winter season as you toss and turn and…
Losing weight after 40 years old can be quite a hassle. Everything slows down, and you wonder if it’s possible as you step on the scale and see your weight hasn’t budged. Here are six things you must do if you’re over 40 and you want to lose weight. [adrotate…
Having foot pain is debilitative and can prevent you from getting work done throughout the day. Most foot pain can be handled at home without you having to make a trip to the doctor’s office. Here are eight ways you can relieve foot pain fast. Self-massage Giving your…
Having clogged arteries makes you more susceptible to getting a stroke or a heart attack. However, there are foods you can eat that will clean the gunk from your arteries and lower your risk for some cancers. Here are eight foods that will unclog your arteries and prevent them from…
If you’re a night owl, you probably enjoy staying up late, then going to bed and sleeping late. However, it’s more beneficial for you to rise earlier to prepare for the day. You need at least seven full hours to be at your best and going to bed later messes…
Many may scoff at those who put out decorations for Christmas before Thanksgiving, thinking that they’re rushing their lives. However, it turns out that people who start decorating for Christmas early are happier than those who don’t. Here are two reasons why putting up decorations early for Christmas make us…
You pinch your stomach and sigh. You’ve tried everything, from strenuous exercise to a strict weight loss diet, yet your body weight hasn’t budged. You’ve hit the weight loss plateau, which can put a damper on your motivation and make you wonder if your efforts are hopeless. However, there are…
Aches and pains happen to all of us, but there are specific bodily pains that you should never pass off as nothing. They could feel minor, but they might indicate an even bigger problem. Here are 10 types of pain you should never ignore. Chest pain You should always tell…
Dehydration is a serious condition in which your body has an insufficient amount of water and cannot function as well as it should. Whether mild or severe, dehydration should be reversed as soon as possible to help your body recover. While most symptoms are easy to diagnose—such as dry mouth,…
Ginger is a spice that has been used for centuries for its array of benefits. It can reduce nausea, muscle soreness, osteoarthritis, menstrual pain, prevent some cancers, and much more. Ginger can be eaten raw, cooked, or in tea form, and it’s tasty, to boot. The spice contains gingerol, a…
Your thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck, controls your body’s hormone production, weight, cholesterol level, nervous system, metabolism, and more. However, what happens when your thyroid doesn’t function as it should? Here is everything you need to know, from symptoms to treatments, about the five most common thyroid diseases.…
Stress has warning signs that many of us are familiar with, but they can be sneaky. You might not think you’re stressed until symptoms prove otherwise. They’ll cause even more stress once you realize you have them, putting you in an endless cycle that might not end. Therefore, here are…
Loves brings a powerful rush of emotions that change a person’s world and perspectives. It can turn people into kinder, more empathetic, and attentive versions of themselves, but it doesn’t always work out. Once a relationship reaches a certain point, arguments, heated fights, and break-ups happen. Why? Why does love…
No matter if it’s autumn or spring, pumpkin is a viable food to add to your diet. You don’t need to wait until Thanksgiving to indulge in pumpkin either. It also has a wealth of health benefits that your body will appreciate getting. It’s no wonder why many people have…
The rarest personality in the world is the INFJ, a complex, intricate type that less than one percent of people have. INFJ is a personality acronym created by Katherine Briggs and Isabel Myers for the MBTI (Myers Briggs Type Indicator) test and it stands for Introverted, Intuitive, Feeling, and Judging.…
Zinc is a crucial mineral for many areas within the body. You might not realize how much you need it until your body develops problems with function and regulation at the cellular level. Zinc deficiencies are rare in America, but they can still happen because of diet. Here are seven…
Love is a powerful emotion that many of us experience throughout our lives. It’s amazing to open your heart to someone who has mutual feelings. But what if you think you’re in love but you’re really not? What if your attachment stems from an insecurity that drives your emotions? This…
Nature: it sustains, nurtures and provides. However, in our increasingly digital world, it seems we’re dismissing nature or ignoring it while our brains work to keep up with tasks. No one has the time or attention to relax and spend an hour or two in a forest. Yet, that is…
Many people have been going vegan or becoming vegetarians over the years, whether for moral or for health reasons. They base their meals and supplements on plant-based food—which sounds healthy and sustaining on the surface—and abstain from meat products. However, your body undergoes changes from your diet, especially if it’s…
Stress: a bother and a detriment. No one can escape its grasp; things happen that put immense pressure on us, making us push ourselves harder to do things faster. Our brains chug along as best as they can, but they can only do so much before burnout strikes. Yoga, walks,…
Overweight and obesity levels have been on the rise since the early 2000s, and the CDC states that “around 26.5 percent of all American adults are now considered obese.” While that number may sound small, researchers are expecting that statistic to double or possibly triple over the next 15 years…
Whether you’ve overloaded your body with smoothies or had one too many scoops of ice cream, you’re bound to hit a sugar wall and crash. Your body, therefore, has to work harder to expel unused sugar through your kidneys. Your sweet tooth might jump for joy with each ice cream…
Unfortunately, receding gums are one of the most common dental conditions. It usually occurs due to periodontal disease, a bacterial infection that damages the tissues and bones that keep teeth in place. Receding gums can also be caused by hormone changes, especially in women, that can make gums more sensitive…
You’ve probably heard about the numerous benefits of green tea, how it relaxes you, reduces stress and tension, keeps your mind sharp, and provides antioxidants for your body. No doubt you wondered what might happen to your body if you drank green tea every day. Are all the rave reviews…
You’ve probably heard it over and over again: strenuous exercise is the only way for you to burn calories and keep the pounds from packing onto your body. Yet, did you know that you can burn calories while you’re resting at home? In fact, your body still needs the energy…
