Healthy articles

Every year there are headlines about teens and young adults in the USA dying while exercising in summer heat. With global warming, deaths from heat stroke are even more common in places that historically do not have extremely hot summers.

UV rays stimulate a particular part in the brain associated with the reward system. The changes that occur in the brain are similar to that found in the brain of drug addicts. Like drugs, UV rays also have the potential to become addictive.

Yes — pets make you happier and less stressed. They also, however, boost your overall wellbeing in ways you may not have heard of!

Traveling, domestically and abroad, offers a range of mental and physical health benefits that make the potential short-term stress associated with disrupted routines more than worth it. What do you need to know?

Telling scary stories or singing around the campfire, sleeping under the stars, and taking in the beauties of natures make lasting memories of family fun. Unfortunately, food poisoning, mosquito bites, and fleeing wild animals make lasting memories, too.

You’ve heard about detoxification - there are many different plans and approaches available. The big question is - is detoxification right for you, and what is the best plan?

In anti-gravity yoga, practitioners hang from hammocks suspended from the ceiling and they use hammocks to stretch and swing. Including some of the poses of traditional yoga, it also incorporates elements of aerobics, Pilates and airborne acrobatics.

Stress is on the rise — and job-related stress tops the list. Over time, stress can become chronic and lead to serious mental health consequences. Is your job harming your mental health, and what can you do to take back control?

Heavier children are more likely to face social and emotional problems as they grow up. They are more likely to be bullied by their peers and are likely to struggle in their social relationships as early as when they are eight to nine years old

Healthy nails should have a pink hue, no marks, and be strong and of even texture. A change in the tone and texture could indicate deficiency in certain vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. Your nails can also indicate potential health problems.