Our homes are more dangerous than battle fields. There are so many injuries and fatalities that happen at home that probably only car accidents are ahead in the number of victims. And the worst is that very often small home modification and repair can help prevent accidents such as falls. So, it pays off to rearrange your home and replace all dangerous areas (like steep staircases or cupboards high in the sky). Prevention is better than treatment, right? |
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If your hands are constantly cold, even when the rest of your body is sweating, you should take this seriously and discuss it with your doctor. Cold hands are not only unpleasant but they are often a symptom of disease. |
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Feeling warm is cozy but when you are exposed to excessive heat, this is bad not only if you have heart conditions or high blood pressure but even if you are in perfect health. There are widely accepted standards for room temperature and none of them includes 30 degrees C (or 85 F) to be normal room temperature. Normal room temperature is in the range 18-21 C (63-72 F). Anything above or below that is unhealthy. |
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It might sound incredible to give such piece of advice but it is a fact that many people just forget to wash their hands with soap and water! In many cases, unless your hands are very, very dirty, you wash your hands only with water and that's all. But when you wash your hands with water, this does not remove the bacteria from them. In order to remove the bacteria, wash your hands at least three times a day with water and soap. Even better – use antibacterial soap, especially during the flu season. |
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Many fitness experts recommend that physical activity alone is not enough to keep you fit. You won't be healthy if your soul isn't. Because of this, consider taking yoga, tai chi or another discipline that involves both your body and your soul. After you find the discipline that appeals to you most, include it on a regular basis to your fitness program. |
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Stress is a slow killer, so if you don't get yourself relieved from the tension, your health is a risk. There are many stress relievers and some of them are: |
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