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Effect of Stress Stress is the body’s response to a situation. Stress is the body’s response to a situation. It is typically a change in the environment that requires one’s body to react and adjust. These changes evoke physical, mental and emotional reactions in a person. Short-term stress will have no significant impact on the …

Type I collagen is usually considered best for the skin. Type I collagen is usually considered best for the skin. It is the most abundant type of collagen in the body. It maintains healthy bones, skin, hair and nails. Like all types of collagen, levels of type I collagen begin to decline after about 25 years of age. Because it is …

Sprouts are hailed for various health benefits including boosting heart health and immunity. Sprouts are hailed for various health benefits including boosting heart health and immunity. However, there have been concerns about their adverse health effects, particularly when they are consumed raw. Consumption of any of the raw sprouts including alfalfa, radish, beans and clover sprouts may lead to harmful …

Multiple studies have reported the advantages of collagen peptides for skin, hair and joint problems. Multiple studies have reported the advantages of collagen peptides for skin, hair and joint problems. If a person decides to take a collagen supplement, they must look for the one that is hydrolyzed. This means collagen has been broken down into small peptides that are …

Ab workout 6 Types of workouts that engage your core and help you get toned abs include plank, side-plank, dumbbell, crunches, bird dog, and reverse crunches. A strong, well-toned core is not just aesthetically appealing, it is also essential for overall physical fitness. Abs form an important component of the core along with the muscles of the back and pelvis. …

Reasons why tinnitus or ringing in the ears may get louder sometimes are still unknown. Reasons why tinnitus or ringing in the ears may get louder sometimes are still unknown. However, researchers say that the worsening of tinnitus sometimes may be attributed to various triggers such as Changes in air pressure: Many people have experienced ear-popping when they fly. Noise …

Health benefits Raspberries are edible fruits of a plant species in the genus Rubus. Benefits of eating raspberries include Rich in antioxidants, essential vitamins, and minerals: Fresh raspberries are among the top sources of antioxidants. Black raspberries offer the most antioxidants, followed by red and then golden raspberries. Antioxidants stabilize free radicals, making them harmless. Raspberries also provide potassium, which …

Turmeric is a spice mainly used in Asian cuisine. It has antiseptic and antioxidant benefits. People who should not take turmeric include those with gallbladder problems, bleeding disorders, diabetes, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), infertility, iron deficiency, liver disease, hormone-sensitive conditions and arrhythmia. Pregnant women and those who are going to undergo surgery should not use turmeric. Turmeric is a spice …

Going to therapy Mental health involves emotional, psychological and social well-being. Our world is fast-moving, and people barely have time to ask, “how do you feel”. Most of us carry a plastic smile with an “I am fine” tag. Almost no one is free enough to know how genuine the expression of being ‘fine’ is. A lot of emphasis is …

Stretch marks Pregnancy stretch marks are reddish or violet streaks that eventually turn grey, white or silvery. Medically known as striae gravidarum, stretch marks on the stomach are a common sign during pregnancy. They may also appear in other regions of the body, such as the thighs, hips, buttocks and chest. Pregnancy stretch marks are reddish or violet streaks that …