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COVID Protection with Supplements, Part 2 of 2
Weighing the Evidence When looking at the evidence for or against any natural substances, we first have to acknowledge the general paucity of information available. There are many possible reasons for this. One that cannot be dismissed is the lack of funding available for natural treatments as the funders generally cannot patent and profit from natural products. Typically, research in botanical medicine seeks to isolate components from the plant that can then be modified and thus patented. This lack of funding dramatically reduces the number of scientists willing or able to accurately assess the effects of these substances. Another reason for the lack of public health support for supplementation is that research funded by profit-based medical organizations consistently yield biased positive results, biased policy, and biased treatment recommendations (see for example here, here, and here).
By Michelle Fauver4 years ago in Lifehack
COVID Protection with Supplements, Part 1 of 2
COVID remains an ongoing threat to individual and public health. Vaccines are widely recommended as the most effective means of reducing risk of infection and symptom severity. Unfortunately, the vaccines are not fully protective, not everyone is able to get the vaccines, and there may be legitimate concerns about vaccine safety. This paper will not look at relative risks of vaccines vs contracting the virus and will instead focus on non-vaccine and non-pharmacological approaches to reducing risk and improving treatment. These approaches can be helpful for both the vaccinated and nonvaccinated.
By Michelle Fauver4 years ago in Lifehack
Blood Pressure Blues: What to Do When Your Numbers are Too High
The first thing that comes to mind when you think of high blood pressure, or hypertension, is that it’s bad. Very bad. High blood pressure is a leading cause of death and illness in the United States, and it’s often associated with heart attacks, strokes, and kidney failure down the road if left untreated. But how do you know when your blood pressure is too high? Are there certain levels that are safe while others are dangerous? For people who already have hypertension, how can they bring their numbers down safely to prevent the worst possible outcomes?
By Healthy Lifestyle the story4 years ago in Lifehack
This Sleeping Habit Can Help You Eat Better, New Study Suggests
In a recent study, researchers found that by modifying your habits while you’re sleeping, you can also have an impact on your habits while you’re awake, too. People who woke up after sleeping five to six hours had better eating habits than those who slept less than five hours or more than six hours, according to the study. Those findings suggest that getting enough sleep could influence whether or not you make healthy food choices throughout the day.
By Healthy Lifestyle the story4 years ago in Lifehack
Higher Intake of Fruits Associated with Lower Mortality, Says Harvard Study
A new study by Harvard researchers, published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, indicates that higher intakes of fruits and vegetables are associated with lower mortality and better overall health outcomes. The study followed over 120,000 men and women from 30 years to 82 years old; over the course of eight years, people who ate at least three servings of fruits or vegetables every day had lower mortality rates than those who ate less than one serving every other day, even after adjusting for lifestyle factors such as body mass index (BMI), physical activity level, smoking habits, and alcohol consumption.
By Healthy Lifestyle the story4 years ago in Lifehack
8 Different Reasons Why You Might Experience Back Pain
If you’ve experienced back pain, you’re certainly not alone; back pain affects an estimated 80% of Americans at some point in their lives, and it causes around $50 billion in lost productivity every year. But back pain comes in many different forms, and there are many reasons why someone might experience it. In this guide, we’ll help you figure out the different reasons why you might be suffering from back pain so that you can find relief more quickly and efficiently.
By Healthy Lifestyle the story4 years ago in Lifehack
The Surprising Health Benefits of a Tidy Home
A messy house can have a host of negative effects on your physical and mental health, but there are also unexpected positive side effects that come from cleaning up your living space and keeping it tidy. Here are some of the most surprising benefits of keeping your home clean and organized.
By Healthy Lifestyle the story4 years ago in Lifehack
Mental Fitness is Just as Important as Physical Fitness
When most people hear the word fitness, they probably think of physical fitness. We all know that regular exercise and eating right are important aspects of physical fitness, but what about your mental fitness? Your mind plays just as big of a role in your health and well-being as your body does, so it’s important to keep it fit as well! Here are some tips on how to make sure you’re mentally fit as much as you are physically fit.
By Healthy Lifestyle the story4 years ago in Lifehack
5 Simple Tips To Prevent High Blood Pressure, According To An Expert
The importance of taking good care of your health should be obvious, but it’s easy to get wrapped up in day-to-day life and forget about the small things that can have a big impact on your long-term health. One of these seemingly inconsequential habits is making sure you’re getting enough sleep at night, because just one hour less per night can lead to high blood pressure, according to Dr. Gregory Papanikos in a recent interview with The Huffington Post. Here are five other simple tips that help prevent high blood pressure like Dr.
By Healthy Lifestyle the story4 years ago in Lifehack
5 Ways Stress Can Make You Look Older & How to Fight Back
Who doesn’t like to look their best? The answer probably isn’t anyone. Stress, however, can have an effect on your appearance that you might not realize until it’s too late and you’re looking in the mirror, wondering where all the years went! Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to fight back against stress to slow its age-accelerating effects. Here are five of the most effective techniques you can use to fight back against stress and keep it from making you look older than you really are.
By Healthy Lifestyle the story4 years ago in Lifehack
Even the Most Self-Disciplined Mindset Needs a Fitness Routine
How many times have you made plans to start exercising more and eat healthier only to end up giving up on your goals shortly thereafter? If this sounds like you, don’t worry—you’re not alone. While having a self-disciplined mindset can certainly help you stay motivated in the beginning stages of your fitness journey, it doesn’t mean you should solely rely on it when developing your exercise and diet plan.
By Healthy Lifestyle the story4 years ago in Lifehack
The Startling Ways High Blood Pressure and Good Physical Health Are Linked
Preventing high blood pressure should be as easy as keeping in good physical health, but surprisingly, many of the ways to prevent high blood pressure involve the same practices of staying in good physical health . These habits should come naturally, but unfortunately, sometimes they don’t. Here are three surprising ways that high blood pressure and good physical health are linked and steps you can take to help keep your blood pressure down, no matter what your current level of fitness may be.
By Healthy Lifestyle the story4 years ago in Lifehack
