SCIENCE AND HEALTH FACTS

Lower Your Blood Pressure Quickly With These Workable Tips By  Tony Zhang    Hypertension is a long term medical condition in which the arterial hypertension in the blood vessels is persistently increased. Hypertension  places you at a risk of developing some serious health conditions for instance; stroke, poor blood circulation and heart diseases. Besides, long-term Hypertension has been medically proven to increases the chances of developing cardiovascular disease, heart tissues damage besides a heart attack. Hypertension cannot be linked to a direct cause hence it has been a worry to many people currently, some of who are worried about taking medication to help lower hypertension. This article will provide tips on how to lower blood pressure. Besides, by reading it, you have not to worry any-more since it provides measures beyond simply taking medication that you can implement to reduce your arterial hypertension, for instance, by making a righ...

Plant-based diets protect from diabetes Plant-based diets protect either minimise or completely eliminate people's propensity to developing chronic diseases such as diabetes 2 cardiovascular diseases as well as cancer.A research published in  Food Technology in October 2012 showed this. However, in 2008,the WHO bulletin informed that 63% of all deaths were caused by non-communicable chronic diseases and conditions such as diabetes type 2, obesity and cancer.  Poor diets contribute significantly towards the development and progression of all the above-mentioned diseases. The WHO recommends that we aim for an energy balanced and a healthy body weight, limit our energy consumption from total fats and aim for more unsaturated fats and less saturated fats. "We  should up our consumption of fruits,vegetables, legumes, whole grains and nuts, consume as little simple sugars as possible, as well as making sure our salt is iodized. Also limit our consumption of salt/sodium....

The health benefits of wine cannot be over emphasized. Research has shown that taking wine moderately can be beneficial as against some beliefs. Wine has some health benefits.  Wine comes in a variety of colours. It may be red, white, pink, and so on. No matter the colour taken, wine has some health benefits to the human body when taken in moderation. It can help in weight loss, boosting the immune system, reducing forgetfulness and preventing bone loss. THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF WINE: 1. Wine is good for the eyes especially when taken in moderation. Though too much wine could make one see double on a night out, the right quantity can bring about a 30% reduction in the development of a cataract than people who do not drink wine. 2. Wine can also help in fighting cold. This is achieved by taking wine when one has a cold which could bring the feeling of stuffiness and the throat sore. Red wine in particular is rich in antioxidants that can reduce the risk of developing a c...

EATING A BALANCED DIET HELPS IN STAYING HEALTHY Eating a balanced diet implies taking the right classes of food in their right quantities. A diet refers  to the food we eat in a 24-hour time, or a month. a good diet promotes a healthy living. There are a lot of factors that must be taken into consideration when healthy eating is concerned! Such factors include: 1. WHAT WE EAT What we eat affects our health in a lot of ways. For instance, breakfast is a very important meal in a day and must be taken accordingly. This helps in controlling body weight and so on. Researchers from Tel Aviv University in Israel explain in the journal, Obesity that a big breakfast (one containing about 700% calories) is better for weight loss and also lowers the risk of developing a heart disease, high cholesterol and diabetes. the research also went further to stress that the rice we consume matters as well as what we eat. The most important part of healthy eating is the balanced diet. What w...

Migraine headaches are one of those headaches, which can occur anytime if exposed to trigger factors. In contrast to general headache, this type is one which occurs at a gap of certain time period, ranging from a fortnight to a month as well.  Generally speaking, migraine headache is a type, where there occurs a throbbing pain mostly on one side of head and this pain contrary to general ones can last for a much longer span of time and is more excruciating. Hence, one should be extra careful regarding them.  Migraine headaches can be divided into two categories:             Aura type: in this case a person usually gets a sensation some time before actual pain begins. This time period is generally half an hour to one hour. In this case, there are two types of feeling: A visual blurring happens. A person might have a blackout or may see variety of patterns, zigzag lines. This can also cause sense of dizziness. A person can suddenly feel a ...

Having a better butt is a part of beauty. This is because it adds to the beautification of an individual, especially the ladies. How can one (a lady) build a better butt? This can be achieved by a succession of exercises and or practices. such exercises include:     1. Booty Boot Camp: If you feel your "rear view" needs a makeover, the right fitness routine can help give you a lift. Can you achieve the "perfect" Brazilian beach butt seen on TV? That depends partly on your body type and genes. But most everyone can shape up to look better in jeans. These pictures show you the moves.      2. Meet Your Glutes The shape of the buttocks is defined by muscles known as the glutes. That's the gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, and gluteus minimus, as well as the fat that lies over them. Walking, running, and climbing all work the glutes. Strength training that targets these muscles can help give you a tighter, more rounded look. Adding a few butt-busting moves t...

Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore  By Kara Mayer Robinson   Most aches and pains aren't a sign of something serious, but certain symptoms should be checked out. See a doctor if you feel any of these things:    1. Weakness in Your Arms and Legs If you get weak or numb in your arm, leg, or face, it can be a sign of a stroke, especially if it's on one side of your body. You could also be having a stroke if you can't keep your balance, feel dizzy, or have trouble walking. Get help quickly if you suddenly can't see well, get a bad headache, feel confused, or have problems speaking or understanding. "Caught early, it is often reversible," says internist Jacob Teitelbaum, MD. Don't wait to see a doctor. If you get a clot-buster drug within 4.5 hours of your first symptom, you can lower your risk of long-term disability from stroke.    2. Chest Pain When it comes to chest pain, it's better to be safe than sorry. "Any chest pain, especia...