Health

The Second Heart of the Human Body

How can one tell the condition of the body by massaging the calf muscles, known as the “second heart”? Try gently massaging your calves.  Do the lower legs feel stiff and cold, or warm and flexible? For a healthy person, both mentally and physically who enjoys good quality sleep, his or her calves should be ...

Helen London

A woman massaging her leg.

Traditional Medicine: Ayurveda in Modern Times

Ayurveda is an ancient Indian medical system dating back thousands of years. It is one of the longest-surviving medical systems in the world and describes numerous diseases, cures, surgeries, and so on. The significance of Ayurveda has diminished over the past centuries as India has gone through colonization and industrialization, giving prominence to Western medicine. ...

Raven Montmorency

A green mandala meditation symbol.

Researchers Urge Reduction of PFAS Chemicals in Consumer Products

Human exposure to unnecessary and potentially harmful chemicals like PFAS could be significantly reduced if manufacturers added chemicals only when they were truly essential in terms of the health, safety, and functioning of society. That’s the conclusion of a study published in Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts, a peer-reviewed journal published by the Royal Society of ...

Troy Oakes

Bottles of chemicals.

Goji Berries Work Wonders

Goji berries are a wonder food that is nicknamed “treasure tree” and “medicine tree” for their curative properties. Their tender stalks and leaves are a great source of fiber, while their fruit and root bark can be used for medicinal purposes. Goji berries can help improve the immune system and are good for internal organs ...

Helen London

Goji berries.

Tips to Reduce Excessive Fluid in the Body

Many people lead an unhealthy lifestyle by staying up late, eating highly processed foods, leading stressful lives, and doing little exercise. All of these bad habits lead to excessive fluid in the body. Some people are prone to illnesses, since excessive fluid in the body can reduce your immunity. With excessive fluid, people may become ...

Raven Montmorency

A bloated belly.

How a Comfortable Mattress Can Affect Your Overall Health 

Other than making the difference between a good night’s sleep or the lack of it, most people do not give enough credit to their mattress. Picking the right one for yourself is not just a sign of self-love, but means a lot to your health, given that on average, you spend one-third of your life ...

Raven Montmorency

A comfortable bed.

Traditional Chinese Medicine: How Peppercorn Can Help Restore Health

The therapeutic effect of peppercorn can be used to assist with colds and poor blood circulation, acts as an anti-aging tonic, and helps with gastric problems. Here are some recipes to get you started. Peppercorn foot bath: Anti-aging remedy Method: Take 50 grams of peppercorns and wrap in a piece of muslin, fastened with a ...

Helen London

Peppercorns.

Is There Such a Thing as Too Much Exercise?

What is enough exercise and can you do too much exercise? Both the national and international recommendations for physical activity and exercise echo each other, and that’s 150 minutes of moderate physical activity spread across most days of the week, or 75 minutes of vigorous activity. In addition to that, you should have two strengthening ...

Troy Oakes

A man weightlifting.

How to Use Tea Properly to Maintain Good Health

Drinking tea can be regarded as an elegant and healthy lifestyle choice. Since ancient times, people have discovered many different varieties, each containing different health benefits. Rich in protein, fat, sugar, vitamins, and minerals, it is a natural health drink that contains polyphenols, caffeine, tannins, and pigments that have a variety of pharmacological effects. If ...

Helen London

Pouring tea into a cup.

Germany Considering Compulsory Vaccination Laws

In Germany, an increasing number of parents have been refusing to vaccinate their children. This is believed to be responsible for the re-emergence of diseases like measles that were until now dormant. As a result, German lawmakers have proposed a law that would make measles vaccination for children compulsory. Vaccinating Germany Germany saw one of ...

Jack Roberts

Measels vaccine.