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Keeping your mind and body in check - popular topics in health and medicine to maintain a long and healthy life.

Chocolate: Guilty Pleasure or Innocent Until Proven Guilty?. Top Story - July 2018.
TRY to imagine a world without chocolate. No more hot chocolate, hot fudge, or red velvet. Almost every type of sweet food can incorporate chocolate. The local grocery stores are filled with chocolate cakes, chocolate cookies, chocolate ice cream, and much more. On Valentine’s Day, Halloween, and even Easter, chocolate reigns as the top choice for sweets to be distributed. It is no argument that the world loves chocolate. The argument rises when it comes to whether or not that love is beneficial to our health. For many people, chocolate can be a “guilty pleasure” or something they eat on the cheat days of their diets. This is because it is mainly seen and appreciated for its sugary contents. When chocolate is seen in a healthy light, it is always dark chocolate that gets the shine. Milk chocolate is always left behind in the shadows and deemed as the “unhealthy” chocolate. However, recent studies suggest that maybe milk chocolate isn’t as unhealthy as previously assumed and can maybe even hold a candle to dark chocolate when it comes to health benefits. Although milk chocolate shouldn’t become your new go-to healthy snack, hopefully, you won’t feel so guilty and like you’re doing your body injustice when you splurge and eat that chocolate bar.
By Ashley Washington8 years ago in Longevity
Mental Health vs. Physical Health
I hate it when people assume that mental health isn't a real problem. It is awful and can be just as bad if not worse than physical health problems. Just because you can't see it doesn't mean it doesn't exist. I suffer from severe anxiety and depression, but I also have several physical health problems such as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Asthma, lower back pain, possible Urticaria, possible Appendicitis, and many more. You can't see most of those, but they are definitely real. My anxiety is there 24 hours a day, and I can't do anything about it. I am constantly struggling with my mental health, so when my physical health starts playing up I feel so much worse.
By Crazy Unicorn8 years ago in Longevity
My Weight Loss Journey
I started my weight loss journey about two weeks ago and I have already seen a difference. When I first started a weighed 15 stone, 9 3/4lbs. I weighed myself today and I have reached 15 stone, 0 3/4lbs. That is a total difference of 9lbs. That is amazing.
By Aliex Anne8 years ago in Longevity
Diabetes Awareness
Diabetes is the type of disease that no one knows about or only knows about one of the two types. Yes, there are two different ones. The unknown type is Type 1. The well-known type is Type 2. Here are the differences and similarities.
By Hannah Graff8 years ago in Longevity
Spirulina: Major Beneficial Ancient Superfood for Longevity
Move over açai and goji berries. Mother nature's superfoods are skyrocketing health because they contain tons of impressive healing properties.
By Silena Le Beau8 years ago in Longevity
Chronic UTI's
Frequent trips to the restroom, feeling like you have to "go" even though you just went, small little drops, burning pain, chills... I know this feeling all too well along with many other women today. Urinary tract infections, as many women have experienced, make it nearly impossible to go about our daily lives. It sucks having to go somewhere whether it's work, school, an event, etc. I have suffered from UTI's since I was the age of about 5, which is why I consider mine chronic. I cannot tell you how many times I've gotten asked at the doctor's "how do you wipe?" or "are you wiping back to front?" This question made sense when I was a child but it is embarrassing even having to answer that now. Like Ma’am/sir, "I KNOW HOW TO WIPE MY ASS!" Aside from having to go to the doctor's, I have gotten sick of all the antibiotics and that disgusting "burnt" aftertaste. Antibiotics or not, it always comes back anyway. So, I am here to tell you how I have managed to remain "UTI free" for two years now with three simple things! I know, I know, it doesn't seem like much but considering how many times a year I used to get it, this is a MIRACLE! Keep reading to hear about how I achieved this without ANTIBIOTICS!
By G M8 years ago in Longevity
Book a GP Appointment?
You feel ill. You moan to your partner, mum, friend, colleague, or cat... What do they say? “Go see your GP!” is the usual answer from your well-meaning sounding board (OK, maybe the cat won’t say this, but you get the point).
By Erin H8 years ago in Longevity
Ultimate Health Benefits of Using Aloe Vera
Aloe vera originates from the Arabian peninsula and is cultivated for agricultural and medicinal uses. It's an evergreen, succulent perennial that grows in tropical climates around the globe.
By Silena Le Beau8 years ago in Longevity
Why Nutrition Matters
A piece about the basics of nutrition and why it is important. I remember being in high school and not caring about what I was putting into my body. I felt sick after almost every meal throughout a day (digestion problems, bloating, upset stomach). These digestive issues started when I was about fourteen. Three years ago, I found out that I am highly allergic to eggs and slightly intolerant to gluten. To add, I also notice digestive problems after eating dairy, meat and fried foods. To add even more, I am a vegetarian. At first, I was devastated that I couldn’t eat my favourite foods but realistically, I just had to make some responsible changes in my diet. I guess you could say I follow a strict diet, however, it is based off a combination of my own beliefs and not wanting to feel sick after eating anymore.
By Abby Verigin8 years ago in Longevity
Powerful Healing Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
The world's most common cause of premature death is the result of heart disease. Vinegar has been shown for centuries to have numerous benefits for insulin levels and blood sugar which is amazing for diabetics.
By Silena Le Beau8 years ago in Longevity
Weight Loss for Beginners
Losing weight is something that many people think about. Some people want to lose ten pounds and others want to lose 60, 80, or more. When someone starts thinking about weight loss, it's usually due to either medical issues or personal choice. The first thing that runs through your mind might be where to start? How do I begin such a journey and be successful? These are all very good questions. In this article, you will find tips on where to start making changes, great foods to eat and replacements for your faves, and exercises to start with. Please read below to find out more.
By Virginia Shefcyk8 years ago in Longevity
Fight Together
"You haven't been feeling well, and feel a lump in your breast. So, you make an appointment with the doctor and he sends you for a mammogram. The mammogram lights up with a suspicious area for concern. The doctor decides it would be for the best if you get a biopsy done. You are nervous, you are scared. Once the biopsy is performed it is sent to pathology to be studied. A few days later you are sitting in the doctor's office waiting room, waiting patiently but nervously. Thoughts are running through your mind.. what if, how could this happen?! The nurse calls you to the back. You are now sitting in the exam room awaiting the doctor. The doctor walks in and shakes your hand, sits down and proceeds with what he has to say..
By Ashley Nicole8 years ago in Longevity