Comment on this story Comment The head of the World Health Organization has suggested that men who have sex with men temporarily limit their number of sexual partners while monkeypox cases increase within their community — a shift in messaging from the global health agency days after it raised its […]
People with high cholesterol levels may benefit from adopting a low fat diet. This involves reducing the intake of foods high in saturated and trans fats, both of which increase the harmful type of cholesterol that clogs the arteries. People can transition to a lower fat diet by making simple […]
Summer always seems to fly by. The school year ends, and in the blink of an eye, it’s time to replenish your child’s inventory of mechanical pencils, folders, and loose-leaf paper. Back-to-school season is also a great time to take inventory of your child’s mental health. Here are 5 tips […]
There are days when you feel so miserable that you just can’t force yourself out of the bed, and on others you are ready to face the world with much enthusiasm and energy. As the scientific evidence goes, your moods and energy levels are impacted by secretion of certain hormones […]
Zucchini is a low-calorie food that can help you lose weight as part of an overall healthy diet. However, the benefits of this squash go beyond calorie control. “Because of its rich antioxidant content, zucchini can also protect against a variety of chronic illnesses, including heart disease, certain types of […]
Greg Feinsinger Last week’s column was a potpourri of random health tips, and this week’s column is more of the same. NEUROPATHIC PAIN (nerve pain): Examples of this kind of pain are sciatica and shingles pain. According to the current issue of the American Family Practice journal, this responds best to […]
Life after birth is almost always focused on the baby and often the new mother tends to lay lesser importance on her own nutrition and wellbeing. However, it must be kept in mind that the new mother’s health and wellness will in fact boost the newborn’s growth, wellbeing and immunity […]
Your heart being one of the most important organs of your body requires special care in every season and monsoon is no exception. The rainy season brings its own set of problems along with it and there is a steep rise in bacterial, viral and fungal infections due to humid […]
Every season comes with its own share of pros and cons. Take the ongoing monsoon season for instance. Besides the rainfall and soothing weather, it also brings along several diseases that often become concerning for all. Cold, flu, gut infection etc are few of the most common seasonal health issues […]
Including vegetables in your pet’s diet can help boost their overall health. While meat, poultry and seafood are the primary ingredients in pet foods in general, eating fruits and vegetables can provide additional health advantage for your furry friends. From supporting their digestive system to supplying them with essential antioxidants […]
In 2011, the International Self-Care Foundation (ISF) established International Self-Care Day to raise awareness about the importance of self-care in overall health and wellness. International Self-Care Day is recognized each year on July 24 as a symbol that the benefits of self-care are experienced 24 hours a day, seven days […]
Greg Feinsinger Following are some random health tips that don’t warrant a whole column of their own: COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING: Over 50,000 Americans die annually from colon cancer, which is a preventable disease — it’s very rare in populations on a life-long plant-based, whole food diet. The earliest stage of colon […]