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Apr252019 by Ryan FitnessgoalsNo Comments

How to give lifeless hair some excitement – at home

Health

Lifeless hair can be a real drain. Not only can it pose problems when it comes to finding styling options, but it can also have an effect on your self-confidence. And the real killer? Heading out to a salon to get it fixed can cost lots of money – and there’s no guarantee that your new hairdo will remain in place. Luckily, there’s a solution at hand: home hair treatments. Whether you’re preparing for a big event such as a wedding or you’re simply hoping to have a good hair day when you step out of the door, there are plenty of reasons to follow these tips and give yourself the luscious, buoyant hair that you deserve. Trust in supplements Any walk down the hair section of a drugstore will reveal that there are supplements galore on offer these days. If you’re suffering from lifele...

Apr242019 by Carol JamesNo Comments

Reasons To Make Sexual Health a Priority

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Sexual education isn't something that should be restricted to middle schoolers and high schoolers. Your sexual health needs to be something you keep in mind just as much as you work to avoid colds and flu. These are some reasons to make sexual health a priority. Avoiding STDs STDs can be contracted pretty easily. It just takes one irresponsible decision to leave you with a lot of stress. It's not too difficult to avoid STDs. You need to make sure you and your partner are tested and disclose any previous STDs, regardless of whether or not they've been eradicated. It's also good to use things like condoms to prevent any spreading of STDs. A greater sense of calm is just one of many pros to avoiding STDs. Birth Control You have the right to autonomy over your body, including w...

Apr212019 by David KollerNo Comments

7 Facts about Alcohol Addiction and Abuse

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Historical accounts have tracked the existence of alcoholic beverages back to 2000 B.C.; no doubt, they were around even before recorded history. Since the concept of fermenting and distilling grains and fruits was put into action, alcoholism has been a side effect. Almost anyone who’s experienced alcohol’s temporary relaxing, numbing, stress-reducing effects can probably understand on at least some level why people would be repeatedly drawn to them. While most people understand alcoholism can be an issue, few people are aware of its full extent. Some of its surrounding details may be a bit surprising. Seven Unexpected Facts about Alcohol Abuse More than 15 million adults suffer from alcohol use disorder in the United States according to a report from the National Institute on Alcohol...

Apr202019 by Paul LinusNo Comments

How to prepare for a Bikram Yoga class for cosmic energy

Health, Lifestyle

Bikram Choudry’s beginner yoga class for cosmic energy is offered in studios around the world. Each class is made up of 26 yoga poses and two breathing exercises. The yoga workout is completed in a room heated to 105 degrees Fahrenheit, which is why this form is also called “hot yoga.” A Bikram yoga class is unlike any other type of yoga! Many beginners are excited to try the series because of the benefits it has for flexibility, strength, balance and focus, but they have questions about how to do Bikram yoga and want some hot yoga tips to ensure a great first class. With just a few Bikram yoga tips to follow before, during and after class, every Bikram yoga class can be a great one! How to Prepare for Bikram Yoga Class One of the most common problems for new students is being...

Apr182019 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Basic energy chakra questions answered

Health, Lifestyle

The energy meditation systems of the East offer the West an holistic template that integrates mind, body and spirit. By learning about Traditional Chinese Medicine or the Ayurvedic system of chakras, we have the opportunity to heal ourselves and explore the unknown and the missing piece of the West's body - the spirit. Two Popular Examples of Energy Meditation Systems of the East According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the human body has an elaborate meridian system that transmutes energy (chi/qi) throughout the body. The energy is undetected by the human eye, though can be felt and seen by some gifted TCM doctors, and treated by all TCM doctors based on the patient’s physical symptoms. Simply speaking, the physical symptoms of dis-ease are caused by imbalances and/or bl...

Apr142019 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Reiki for pregnancy and infrared sauna therapy

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Reiki for pregnancy Reiki is an ancient healing practice, which uses meditation to draw positive energy from the universe and funnel it into an individual. The power of reiki has always been used to relieve stress and fortify physical and emotional well-being, and this very power can also be extended to promote health during pregnancy. Expectant mothers have always been advised to enjoy pregnancy, but common health issues often mar this experience. Unlike prescription medications, which just relieve symptoms, reiki goes beyond just the physical sense to provide emotional support and bring a sense of calm and positivity to both mother and her unborn child. Health Benefits During Pregnancy The intense bodily changes associated with pregnancy disrupt the energy balance in the ...