According to the CDC, high blood pressure has been a factor in over 400,000 deaths. Geography, lifestyle and climate are also contributors, but the underlying factor is hypertension. Not surpsrisingly, Texas scores pretty high in people over thirty – for no one can wear a cowboy had and belt that tight for very long without causing significant damage.
At first, you’re just not feeling positive. Then, you start to feel down. Eventually, your work suffers and you get reprimanded for your shoddy work. Before you know it, something triggers your depression and now you’re having a hard time coping. This seems like a nightmare of quicksand, but it is reality for millions of people worldwide.
Who doesn’t love to run? It is one of the greatest exercises known to man. It is you against nature, against man, against animal. It is incredible when you want to clear your mind or unleash some frustration and anger. There is no other greater thrill than running.
Fluctuations in weight are normal however if you’ve gained weight in a short period of time, it is likely due to an underlying cause. Please note, if your weight gain is affecting your quality of life and you do not know the cause, we strongly recommend seeing a family physician. In the meantime, here are a few possible causes which …
Psychotherapy involves a lot more than just a shrink sitting down and talking to a patient. There are many techniques shrinks employ to help patients recover from their mental illness or resolve personal issues. Just as no two people can suffer from the same form of depression, there is no standard treatment for everyone. Based on their experience, a shrink …
All families produce household waste and, sometimes, are oblivious of the fact that some of it can be recycled. We tend to throw everything into the bin. The result is that a lot of recyclable waste ends up in landfills. Ideally, waste should first be recycled at the source. For instance, if you have a garden, most biodegradable waste can …
Are you sleeping with lower back pain jabbing at every pore of your body? You may be one of the many people suffering from a lower back pain epidemic. According to the Canadian Chiropractic Association, about half of Canadians suffer from low back pain, and up to 85 percent of working people can expect to endure the pain of lower …
Balance and muscle strength are essential for anyone to remain healthy no matter how old they are. Balance is something that can always be improved upon through practice. It is very important as you get older that you exercise regularly to ensure that you always stay in great shape. As falls are one of the more common ways for seniors …
One of the greatest sciences of the last couple of hundred years has been genetics, a subcategory in the realm of biology. Genetics play an important role in DNA, heritability, and the overall health of our lives. The science of genes isn’t settled because studies, experiments, and further learnings are part and parcel of genetics. Do you think you know …
Do you plan to become the world’s greatest dentist? Well, be ready for a little plaque. In other words, may the floss be with you as you embark upon a career of teeth, tongues, and gums – and everything in between. But are you sure this is the job right for you? It could be if you have some of …
