On Living Healthy

Kids with their young age do not exactly know why staying healthy is necessary. As parents, it is our responsibility to teach them how important health is and how they can always stay healthy. Should you want to know how to do this, I have here some tips that you can use to effectively teach your children some healthy habits. Teach your kids to practice eating nutritious foods Having a bad eating habit is one of the reasons why many children today are experiencing malnutrition. And, there are possible reasons why they have bad eating habits. It might be that their parents were not able to have them practice eating nutritious foods and maintaining a balanced diet. Kids will just consume what their parents will put in their mouths. Moms, in particular, should be responsible enough to pick the right foods for their kids. Instead of giving them delicious foods that contain excessive amounts of calories and fats, it is better to put some nutritious ones on their plates like ...

Chewing gum balls We all know and love chewing gum, whether it is that sticky substance that we used to find stuck under our desks at school, to the more adult use of attempting to “look cool”. In fact, it has been known to exist since the Neolithic period. But did you know that chewing gum also has many beneficial effects? Surprisingly, chewing gum does not only help you suppress boredom, but it will also provide you with some further health benefits. Recent studies have revealed that chewing gum can actually give you a number of health improvements such as memory enhancement, stress reduction, weight management, and aid in correct digestion. Here are some of the surprising health advantages of chewing gum. Alleviates Symptoms of Stress and Tension The act of chewing aids in alleviating stress and in decreasing anxiety symptoms. Recent studies disclose that students who chewed gum during, or just before tests, tended to be more focused and alert as a result. Chewing...

pixabay.com/photos/belly-body-calories-diet-exercise-2354/ Melting bad cholesterol is easy and can absolutely be done naturally. A high bad cholesterol level in the body has become a common modern malaise that has impacted a lot of people. Billions of dollars have been spent each year just to remedy high bad cholesterol levels. Heart attacks, strokes, and even renal disease can be averted only if bad cholesterol levels have been kept in check. Moreover, melting away cholesterol is among the essential things a doctor may request in order to keep a healthy body and to enjoy a longer life. Here are some of the essential foods that you may take in order to keep in control of your cholesterol level naturally. Use Rice Bran Oil Rice bran oil has two important chemicals that can help melt cholesterol away together with proper diet and exercise. Oryzanol and tocotrienol are the key chemicals that are responsible for lowering low-density lipoprotein levels in the body. Tocotrienol ...

There are actually various ways how people of today consume coconut. Coconut can be taken fresh or processed. Here are the 3 major ways you can consume coconut. Coconut Water: Coconut water is known to be an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. It is also considered the second most natural beverage after water. Uses and Positive Health Benefits of Coconut Water In sports, coconut water is known to be a natural energizer because of its high mineral and electrolyte content. In fact, coco water is among the essential ingredients used by the most popular commercially produced energizer beverages available in the market today. During sports activities and physical exercises, a great deal of electrolytes is being disposed of by the body through sweating. In order to replace the lost electrolytes in the body, taking a glass or two of electrolyte-containing beverages like coconut water can greatly help. This refreshing and sweet-tasting natural beverage is more than just an...

Considered as one among the Seven Wonders of the World, the coconut palm tree is known for its many uses ranging from medicine and food to shelter and clothing. It is a tropical plant that belongs to the palm tree which is basically grown for its fruit. More to that, the coconut tree is commonly referred to as the Tree of Life. All of its body parts are able to yield more than a hundred products making this tropical tree popular commercially. Among the most useful parts of this particular tree is its fruit, the coconut. During ancient times, coconut water, which can be taken from the fruit, is used by people as one of the sources of drinking water especially in the tropical areas where coconut tree abundantly thrives. Also, coconut played a vital role during the Second World War as it served as the medicine for the wounded soldiers. As the years progress, researchers have discovered additional  benefits and uses of the coconut . https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2015/12/14/10/26/cuba-1...

Overweight, also referred to as over heaviness, can be applied to people who weight of 10 to 20 % above the appropriate body weight. Obesity, on the other hand, is a medical condition specified as having a body weight that is above 20% of the normal body weight. It is characterized by excessive amount of body fat which often leads to a substantial impairment of one’s health and a reduced life expectancy. https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2015/10/17/19/29/obesity-993126_960_720.jpg Causes There are certainly lots of factors that trigger obesity. Faulty eating habits like regularly taking bedtime snacks, overeating and irregular meal time are among the most commonly known causes of obesity. Having a sedentary or inactive lifestyle also causes obesity.  Obesity may also be due to some underlying health problems like endocrinal disorder, hypothyroidism, Cushing's syndrome and growth hormone deficiency. It can also be the result of certain medication. Symptoms A person may be considered ove...

https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2016/12/16/15/20/lose-weight-1911605_960_720.png You are certainly what you eat. Eating sensibly is one best way to lower down your cholesterol level fast. There are lots of miracle foods that can help you bring cholesterol down to its knees. However, there is one food that trumps them all and that is rice bran oil. Rice bran oil has been known for its great anti-cancer effect. Now, it is one of the highly prized anti-cholesterol miracle foods. What is in it? Rice bran oil has two powerful components that make it a very good food against low-density cholesterol. Oryzanol and tocotrienol helps people manage their bad cholesterol levels by reducing it while maintaining a healthy level of high-density lipoprotein or good cholesterol. Tocotrienol can be found naturally with vitamin E. It is one of the most powerful natural vitamin E component found in the world. Rice bran oil is abundant in the chemical alpha tocopherol- a part of vitamin E which is an...

https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2019/10/30/17/38/thick-4590161_960_720.jpg Stretch marks are a skin condition commonly associated with pregnancy, obesity, rapid weight loss and puberty. Stretch marks develop when the body undergoes drastic physical changes in which collagen, a skin protein, pulls apart from the skin's elastic fibers, causing the streaking. Some of the best treatments for stretch marks are natural remedies that do not involve pharmaceuticals. Massage Stretch marks are nothing more than scars and can be reduced by massaging the affected area, according to Dr. Stephen M. Purcell, chairman of the Department of Dermatology at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Massage stimulates blood flow and distributes collagen in the skin more evenly, reducing the appearance of the scarring. He notes that many of his patients claim that they can reduce or eliminate stretch marks by rubbing on cocoa butter, though there is no scientific evidence to back this up. Essen...

https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2018/11/28/15/48/fake-news-3843976_960_720.jpg Cholesterol is not always a bad guy. Enough amount of cholesterol in the body is vital to man’s health. However, anything that is beyond the needed amount of cholesterol in the body can be risky as it can lead to heart disease. Here are some of the common myths most people believe about cholesterol. MYTH 1: Cholesterol Associated to Age   A lot of people believe that heart disease caused by high cholesterol can only be experienced by older people. Contrary to common belief, young adults can also suffer from  highcholesterol problems . People aging 21 years old and above are advised to carry out a cholesterol test once every five years to avoid future health complications and to prevent cholesterol related health risks. MYTH 2: Cholesterol Associated to Exercis e According to the folktales, exercise alone can  eliminate excess cholesterol . However, doing regular physical exercises does not guaran...