November 2, 2020
Detox is a popular word used in many FAD diets. They promise that a full body detox will burn fat faster. Some of these "detoxes" involve special products. Fortunately, the body already has a system for detoxification and does not require special products or supplements.
November 1, 2020
Not to worry, everyone makes one of those – newbie or gym rat. However, it is time to take note of those training mistakes and make changes. Find out more in this blog.
October 31, 2020
Many of us, if not all, are guilty of this particular bad habit. Certainly, very few have considered that such a seemingly harmless act can cause stroke or paralysis. In addition to cracking your neck, here are other bad habits with damning health implications that you probably have.
October 30, 2020
To tackle emotional eating, you need to identify situations that trigger it. Unpleasant emotions are usually the triggers for emotional eating. However, positive emotions like rewarding yourself to celebrate an event can also trigger emotional eating.
October 11, 2020
The hardest part about undergoing a fitness journey has to be biting the bullet and making the first move. The benefits of living a healthy and fit lifestyle far outweigh whatever challenges that you may face on your fitness journey.
October 10, 2020
Being under stress now feels like a new normal. In fact, it is a badge of honor for many – to be able to heap up so many responsibilities and remain sane, somewhat. However, living under a lot of stress can be bad for your physical, mental, and emotional health. It is, therefore, essential to know all the signs of stress and how to manage them.
October 9, 2020
Mental fitness involves two basic principles - one is triggering your brain's curiosity, and the other is feeding your mind with variety. You can add mental exercises to your daily routine to increase your mental fitness.
October 9, 2020
Exercises should promote general well-being. You shouldn’t have a hard time sleeping, lose appetite, feel pain, dizziness, or sick after exercising. If you experience any of these signs, then you should reassess your workout routines and habits as they are doing more harm than good. Here are the ways that exercise could be hurting your health.
September 16, 2020
A stroke happens when the blood supply to the brain stops. The brain needs oxygen in the blood to function; without it, the brain cells start dying within minutes. This causes the parts of the body controlled by the dead portion of the brain to stop working. It is a life-threatening illness, and as such, it is vital to learn the causes and the risk factors to prevent one.
September 14, 2020
When you have high cholesterol levels, it becomes essential to manage those numbers better to prevent the onset of a stroke or any other heart disease. Asides the drugs that your doctor may prescribe to help you bring down the numbers, you also need a lifestyle and diet change
February 2, 2021
The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland located below your Adam’s apple. Interestingly, it produces thyroid hormones, which travel to all parts of the body through the blood. And these hormones control several activities in your body, including; the frequency of your heartbeats and how fast your body burns calories.
February 3, 2021
Well, it is time to strike while the iron is still hot. Unfortunately, some people can't find the time or money to get a gym membership. Or live in places where lockdowns are in place because of the pandemic. The good news is that you can create a simple home gym from common household items.
February 5, 2021
Glaucoma is a dangerous eye condition that could cause blindness when it remains untreated. When someone is suffering from this ailment, their eyes’ fluid pressure rises beyond the healthy level. More severe glaucoma can destroy the optic nerve, and this could lead to blindness.
February 6, 2021
A lot of people have been doubling down on their goal of having a fit body. Very few realize that there are so many easy exercises that don't take hours to be effective and don't need you to leave your house. Skipping is one of them. The many benefits of skipping make it one of the favourite exercises for many athletes and celebrities.
February 7, 2021
It’s quite surprising how people don’t take thyroid-related conditions seriously. Yet, it’s a dangerous disease that could cause heart disease, heart failure, and sometimes mental health issues. If you are experiencing any early symptoms of thyroid disease, take note of these foods that are bad for thyroid problems.
February 7, 2021
A birth defect may be minor or severe. And it could affect a baby’s appearance, the functioning of the organ, physical, and sometimes mental development. Most times, congenital disabilities occur during the first three months of pregnancy. That’s the period when the baby’s organs are still forming.
February 12, 2021
February the 14th is almost here again and as usual, people are looking for fresh ideas to make their valentine's day special. You have tried the regular trope of chocolate boxes, flowers, and date night for valentine ideas. Wouldn't you rather try something different this year? If your partner is a fitness enthusiast, we can guarantee that they will love the thoughtfulness and freshness of planning a fit valentine's day with them.
February 14, 2021
The cervix is a hollow cylinder that links the lower part of your uterus to your vagina. It serves as the doorway to the uterus through which sperm travels to fertilize eggs. And if you aren’t pregnant, the cervix prevents unhealthy things like tampons and bath water from entering your body.
February 16, 2021
Folic acid is an essential vitamin that the body system needs. It belongs to the B vitamin. And you can get it from foods like lentils, peas, oranges, dried beans, liver, asparagus, broccoli, spinach, Brussel sprouts, beets, whole-wheat products, etc. In this article, I will share with you some of the benefits of folic acid.
