How to REALLY take care of yourself when it all gets too much as a woman

January 17, 2020 Leave a Comment

Being a woman can come with an awful lot of pressure. You’re often the pillar of the home- the nurse, the counselor, the chef, and the chauffeur. That, along with being a supportive partner and a good employee can often feel like too much. 

 

We live in a society that states that we can have it all. We can, but at what cost? When it comes to having it all, what has to give? Your happiness? Your health? Your mental capacity to cope with the complexities of life can be really damaged.

How can you cope with these pressures when life gets too much? Here are some ideas. 

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Bring Self-Care into your Daily Ritual 

 

When your day is committed to looking out for the needs of others, it can be easy to abandon yourself and disregard self-care rituals as part of your daily routine. 

 

Even if it means getting out of bed a little earlier to make the time, make sure you get a hot shower to start your day refreshed. Brush your hair every day to keep it healthy and strong looking. And, if you enjoy wearing makeup, wear it to be kind to yourself, not to hide your appearance.

Self-care is imperative to your overall wellbeing. 

 

Get a Health Check 

 

Your physician can give you a good idea of how you’re really doing physically and mentally. Book yourself an appointment to get a health check. This way you can see if your stressful lifestyle is taking its toll on your physical health as well as your mental health. 

 

If you experience pain, you may be prescribed pain killers to enable you to keep going with your daily life. Be sure to follow the correct precautions when taking these medications, as prescription pain meds can be extremely addictive and damaging to your health if not taken according to strict guidelines. 

 

It’s common to experience addiction to these kinds of medication. If you’re concerned about your reliance on your medication, talk to your doctor about enrolling in a prescription drug addiction treatment program for women. This will take you through the necessary steps to take back control of your pain management. 

 

Stay Hydrated and Well-nourished

 

You’ll often check that those in your care have had enough to eat and drink- it’s vital that you do the same. Your body is 75% water- keep it that way by drinking fresh water at regular intervals throughout the day.

Eat fresh fruit and vitamin-rich vegetables every day as part of each meal. Allow yourself treats once in a while- live and let live. 

 

Invest in ‘Me’ time 

 

We all know that we cannot pour from an empty cup. The woman who tries to be all things to all people is exactly the same. 

 

Nobody is too busy to take the time to do things they enjoy. Watch that movie, read that book, invest time in working out and catching up with that series. 

 

Some things can wait. Of all of the important things in life- you are one of them.

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Why Is Childhood Obesity Still On The Rise?

January 15, 2020 Leave a Comment

The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control suggests that childhood obesity is still on the rise, despite massive efforts at the federal level to keep it in check. For many in the public health sector, it’s a wake-up call: if we don’t do something about this problem now, it will saddle future generations with massive healthcare costs they can’t afford. 

 

Part of the solution is to understand what is creating the problem in the first place. Childhood obesity rates were low before then 1980s, but once the Reagan decade got underway, it was clear that we had a problem. Children were getting bigger and bigger. 

 

Experts now believe that several factors are to blame. The first is the increase in sedentary lifestyles. Children are now much more likely to spend their evenings in front of screens than they are to make fun in the outdoors. 

 

The second and perhaps more important factor is the type of food that children consume today. Diets in the past were mostly meat and vegetables, with a bit of dairy thrown in for good measure. It wasn’t perfect, but it was undoubtedly an improvement on what kids are eating today. Now, their diets are chock full of refined sugars and carbohydrates in addition to meat and fat. It’s a deadline combination of nutrients that appears to predispose people to obesity and rapid weight gain. 

 

Are you worried about the childhood obesity epidemic? Please take a look at the following infographic to learn what’s causing it and how to stop it. 


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Some Careers In Healthcare You May Want To Consider

January 12, 2020 Leave a Comment

When we are younger, we often dream of becoming a doctor and saving lives. Well, unfortunately, while many of us aspire to become a doctor, it’s not a career path that’s easily accessible for everybody.

 

However, if you have a passion for helping people and a dream of working in healthcare, there are many career paths you could consider that can provide just as much satisfaction. In this post, we are going to be taking a look at some alternatives to a career as a doctor and how there is a career for most people in healthcare.

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Why Healthcare?

 

Well, when it comes to the want for working in healthcare, most people seem to be attracted to it as it seems to be human nature for us to take care of others.

 

Healthcare is an entry point for us to take the need to care for and look after others at the same time as getting paid to do so. To this day, healthcare is one of the most important things on offer on planet earth, and hopefully, this post can encourage more people to consider a career in healthcare from an early age or a later one. 

 

Laboratory Sciences

 

When it comes to healthcare, one place in the hospital that is often overlooked is the laboratory. Lab science roles are quite possibly some of the most important roles in the whole of the healthcare industry, and it’s only over the last few years that people really started to stand up and take notice.

 

While television would have you think that all doctors are superheroes that float in with a magical diagnosis from their marvelous brains, this generally isn’t the case. In fact, when it comes to diagnosis, you will usually find that this comes from the labs and the skills of a biomedical scientist. 

 

If you are interested in laboratory work, there are many paths you can look at, and the career path is also quite varied. This career is ideal for people with an analytical mind, and especially those who are fond of puzzles. 

 

Nursing

 

If you are a natural carer at heart, and you have an uncanny ability to sympathize, then one of the best positions you could consider doing in healthcare will be in some form of nursing. Now, while most people see nursing as a single role, there are, in fact, many roles you can look at when considering this path.

 

The nursing field gives you opportunities from support nurses through to nurse practitioners, and you may be surprised by the nurse practitioner salary you can earn. 

 

One thing that is important to remember is just how crucial nurses are to people’s lives. People often overlook the skill and dedication of nurses and think the doctor is the only person of importance. Nurses offer incredible amounts of value and are always extremely knowledgeable.

 

So, if you are considering a career that allows you to apply your caring side and focus on looking after the well being of people and ultimately saving lives, then a career in nursing could be precisely what you are looking for.

 

Ambulatory Services

 

The final thing to make the list today is yet again another role in healthcare that is often overlooked. 

 

Considering a career in the ambulance services can be a rather ballsy move, after all, it’s not something that just anybody can do. For example, if you have the aspiration of becoming a paramedic, then you need to be quick on your feet, great under pressure, and also have some pretty nifty driving ability.

 

When you really look at things closely, the way you react in your job determines whether a person lives or dies. 

 

If you are a person that loves a little pressure and can act accordingly while under it, then a job in the ambulance service could be ideal for you. It’s one of those job roles that also requires you to be brilliant with people from all walks of life and have the patience of a saint. If you find yourself being a paramedic, then you will have a career for life and also one of the most rewarding jobs on earth. 

 

Conclusion

 

So there it is, a few career paths you could consider should you be thinking of a career in healthcare. Of course, there are many others you could choose, but these are just some that are becoming increasingly popular among the masses.

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Don’t Be A Snowflake: Protecting Your Skin This Winter

January 11, 2020 Leave a Comment

Your skin is the largest organ on your body, and it’s the one that is most seen by everyone in the street around you. Your face is exposed to the harshest weather (sun, rain and snow) all year round, so it stands to reason that you would want to look after it. Your face needs as much TLC as anywhere on your body, and if you are heading out into the rain and wind, you should do all that you can to make your face feel protected from it.

 

Skin is delicate, and if you’re not looking after it, you’re going to find that it’s not in the best condition. When you are young, it’s easy to neglect your skin. However, your face is going to show your age more than anything else. Let’s not get to middle age too quickly! With our help, you can protect your skin in these colder months ready to soak up that vitamin D on the sunnier days ahead.

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  • Firstly, you need to drink more. You may be loving your morning coffee, and there’s nothing wrong with a little energy. However, if you want to drink something good for your skin than what you need is water, water and more water. Water flushes out the germs and grime from your skin, and it makes your skin look healthy, elastic and ready to take on anything.
  • Paying attention to your skin type is the next best tip. You need to calm it down when you have oily skin and not use too much product. It’s not always easy as the temptation is there to strip it back, but doing this is too aggressive. You should instead use the best possible products to get rid of blemishes and discoloration, such as mandelic acid serum. It’s going to help for all skin types, and it’s gentle enough to ensure that it helps those with acne-prone skin to look great. It can calm the storm on the surface of your skin.
  • If you’re able, book in a professional facial once a month. It keeps your skin smooth and glowing, and if you can’t afford it every month, every season is a must. You’ll be able to relieve your skin of impurities and give your skin a boost, too.
  • During the winter months, use a good scrub on your skin for the dirt that settles during your day to day life. You can choose something gentle to keep your skin protected and not too raw against the elements, too.
  • Always moisturize every single day. You should ensure that your moisturizer has a good SPF in it, too, as the winter sun is just as damaging as the summer sun. A moisturizer protects your skin, creating a barrier from the weather and giving you a chance to have skin that looks simply beautiful.
  • It’s tempting to hibernate the season, but not always possible. What is possible, though, is a good night of sleep. This way, you can ensure that you are resting enough to give your skin time to heal overnight.

 

Look after your skin, and you’ll be able to enjoy smooth, healthy skin all year around.

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Keeping A Close Eye On Our Health

January 9, 2020 Leave a Comment

One minute we’re running around the playground, carefree as children and the next we are up to our necks in bills, and health problems that we really didn’t think we would ever get. But it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom the older we get, if we keep a close eye on our health, and make sure that we are doing everything we can to stay fit and healthy, then there should be no reason why you should need extra care and attention. We have many tools available now, such as hearing aids and glasses that will help anybody who struggles in these particular areas, but ultimately keeping a close eye on our health, is the prevention that is better than cure. So how do we keep an eye on our health? And stay healthy?

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Illnesses

Keeping a close eye on illnesses that crop up, and working out exactly how these may affect you, is essential, especially if you have a weakened immune system or a pre-existing illness that could affect your overall health. Nobody likes catching the odd virus, but there is generally not a lot we can do about it since there are many people who come in contact with others during the workday, and that’s understandable. But keeping a close eye on these, washing your hands regularly, and staying away from people who are quite ill, can save you the time and hassle of being poorly yourself. Any on this as you may have had, now become much more difficult to watch, 

 

Mental Health

Keeping a close eye on our mental health is something that we should all be doing regardless of the age profession or amount of time we have available. If we don’t keep a close eye, it’s quite easy to lose track of how we are feeling until it’s too bad to ignore. There are day-to-day things you can do that will help you feel better and not have to worry about feeling down or anxious. If you don’t have a great support network, all the tools in place to help yourself feel better if you do have a down day, then now is the time to start considering that. It’s not always easy to keep track of your mood when life is just so busy, but not everything worth doing is easy. And taking care of your mental health with self-care, mindfulness, and generally looking after yourself is the only way to ensure your mental health stays stable. Ultimately mental health is becoming much more important, and the reason for this because we know how important mental health is. Not only does poor mental health affects mentally, but it also has physical effects as well. It can cause physical symptoms of stress, and no end of issues elsewhere in your life.

 

Seeing A Doctor

Keeping an eye on your health at all times will result in some questions being asked occasionally, and if you find you have symptoms of any kind that concern you for more than a couple of weeks, that the pharmacist can’t help you with, then it’s always a good idea to see a doctor. Doctors can help you and put you in the right direction where others can’t. Keeping yourself healthy sometimes means taking advice from the professionals, so if you’ve had a cough that won’t go away for several weeks, or you’re feeling very ill and nothing helps, then it’s time to seek advice from a health professional. None of us want to waste the doctors time, but you will find that if you are careful, and have done the research first, you should feel better in no time. Depending on which country you’re in, this could cost you money, but it’s better to do this now than when you’re too ill to take yourself to the doctors.

 

Exercise is the first thing that you should do to maintain your health. And this can mean many things, but ultimately moving your body doing more activity than you are currently, and feeling the benefits will help improve your sleep, boost your immune system, and keeps your heart healthy too. So adding a little exercise bit by bit to your routine should improve things significantly for you. The boost to your immune system is one of the best things you can provide yourself, though, because you will end up with fewer illnesses, and quicker recovery times. So there is no doubt in the fact that you will benefit from this.

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What Can Ayurveda Help With?

January 9, 2020 Leave a Comment

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Ayurveda course programs are something that you should consider if you’re looking to learn more about Ayurveda. Alternatively, you can look for someone who is already experienced in this type of alternative health, and they will be able to help you to practice it in your life. But what exactly can this traditional branch of health, well-being and medicine do for you and your loved ones? Can it really help with physical and mental trauma? In this blog post, we are going to take a look at some of the different health elements that people who believe in Ayurveda think it can assist with. So, let’s take a look…

 

What is Ayurveda?

 

Ayurveda has existed for thousands of years and is thought to be the “mother” of all healthcare in the world because it is the oldest system of healing. In modern times, scientific studies have even supported that Ayurvedic medicine and approaches to have a positive effect on those with physical ailments and mental health problems.

 

Ayurveda and physical problems

 

In regards to physical problems, studies have proven that Ayurveda can reduce the risk of heart disease, as well as chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia and arthritis. Where possible, it is best to combine Ayurveda with Yoga & Meditation for a complete systematic approach to health and wellbeing. Ayurveda is also proven to be effective in the reduction of cholesterol, and management of diabetes and blood sugar levels. It is also believed that Ayurvedic practices can help with premenstrual syndrome and cramps, Parkinson’s disease, high blood pressure, dysmenorrhea, dementia, cancer, asthma, anxiety or depression, and Alzheimer’s disease. They have also been shown to lower the risk of obesity, reduce pain, fight chronic fatigue syndrome, help acne, and relieve chronic constipation or IBS. If you study a quality Ayurvedic course in order to obtain an Ayurveda diploma, you will learn more about the positive effects of practical treatments within Ayurveda. 

 

Ayurveda and mental health

 

There is no denying that mental health is a major area of discussion today. This is because people all over the world are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. If this sounds familiar, it is important to make sure that you do what is best for you. Everyone is different, and there is no magic cure when it comes to conditions like this. Ayurveda does claim to help but it is not going to be effective for everyone. So, it is certainly worth giving it a try and seeing if it works – patience is needed. However, do not be disheartened if it does not. There are lots of different approaches and techniques that are designed to help people cope with anxiety today.

 

All in all, there is no denying that Ayurveda is a growing concept all over the world. More and more people are researching about it and trying to find more information on it. Nevertheless, it is not for everyone – but you don’t know until you try, right?

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Important Health Checks You Shouldn’t Overlook

January 8, 2020 Leave a Comment

Many of us wait until we feel ill to see a doctor. However, there’s no need to wait until you you’re unwell to see someone about your health. There are health checks that you should have carried out to help pick up on any problems before they become more obvious. This is especially important as you get older because your risk of developing a number of different illnesses and health conditions rises as you age. Once you reach 50, there are many health checks and tests that can help you stay on top of your health and catch any problems earlier.

 

Cancer Screening

 

There are many different types of cancer, and several of them become more of a risk as you get older. Some cancers should be screened for when you’re a younger adult, such as cervical cancer and testicular cancer. However, as you get older, there are various other cancers which are more common. These include breast cancer, bowel cancer, and prostate cancer. There are different screening tests that pick up on different types of cancer. For example, a mammogram is designed to detect signs of breast cancer. Prostate cancer can now be detected with a blood test. It’s also a good idea to check your skin and keep an eye on moles for signs of skin cancer.

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Blood Pressure Tests

 

Your blood pressure can be an indicator of your health in a number of ways. If it’s too high (hypertension) or too low (hypotension) is could mean there’s a problem or it can increase your risk of developing several problems. High blood pressure can put you at risk of heart attack, heart failure, stroke and kidney disease. It might also be linked to some types of dementia. Your blood pressure can be checked at any time and any age. It involves a cuff around your arm, which will inflate to measure your blood pressure. They’re usually digital these days, but they can sometimes be manually pumped up too.

 

Health Checks for Your Heart

 

Measuring your blood pressure will help to pick up on any problems that could cause heart issues. There are other ways to test the health of your heart too, from simple things you can do yourself to tests your doctor or a nurse can carry out. You can check your pulse on your own using a watch with a second hand or digital watch/timer. Your doctor can also measure your pulse, often with a small device placed on your finger, as well as listen to your heart with a stethoscope. Blood tests can check your heart health too by checking for signs of kidney and liver failure, which can be signs of heart failure.

 

Eye Tests

 

Getting your eyes tested is something that you should do throughout your life. You could find that you need glasses at any point, and your eyesight can get worse or sometimes better at any time. There are also various eye conditions that can affect you, especially as you get older. Eye tests can even pick up on some signs of other health conditions, from brain tumors to diabetes. An eye test every two years is usually recommended, and some people might benefit from having them more often.

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Hearing Tests

 

As well as testing the health of your eyes, it’s a good idea to get your hearing checked too. While people are often great at keeping up with routine eye tests, getting our hearing tested isn’t something that we do as often. It’s most important as you get older, but also if you notice any problems with your hearing. As hearing test will pick up any hearing loss by checking the functioning of your ears and the sounds that you are able to register. Hearing tests consist of several different parts, including a physical examination of the ear, a pure tone test that consists of different tones being played into the ear, and a speech test.

 

Cholesterol and Blood Glucose Tests

 

Checking your cholesterol is something you should do if you’re over 40, take cholesterol-reducing medication, are overweight, have a condition that can raise your cholesterol (such as high blood pressure) or there is a history of cardiovascular disease in your family. High cholesterol levels can increase your risk of cardiovascular diseases, such as heart attack and stroke. Testing your blood glucose (blood sugar) levels is also a good idea, helping to pick up on signs of diabetes and other conditions.

 

Routine health checks can help you to detect problems with your health before they have a chance to develop further or cause more issues. Talk to your doctor about which checks you should be having.

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The Invisible Health Complaints That You Must Learn To Manage In 2020

January 8, 2020 Leave a Comment

When picturing a healthy person, it’s only natural to think about body image and other visual elements. In reality, though, millions of us have health issues that other people cannot see. While they can range from mild inconveniences to major issues, they all deserve our attention.

 

Unfortunately, without anybody spot the conditions and advise you about seeking help, it’s easy to ignore them. Here are six that you must not overlook a second longer.

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Digestive Problems

 

We all appreciate the importance of feeding our bodies with the right nutrition. However, it’s not solely about the calories and macros. Millions of people have extra dietary needs. If you are one of them, treating those digestive issues is crucial.

 

The most common intolerance include dairy and gluten. Adapting diets to meet these additional needs will have a huge impact on your mood and energy levels. IBS, Crohn’s, and diabetes will require medications and medical management. Without it, you will experience ongoing pain and discomfort.

 

Meanwhile, nut allergies and other dietary requirements must be respected. Even if it simply means adjusting your diet, those changes can transform your world.

 

Mental Health Issues

 

Whether it’s depression, anxiety, or early signs of dementia doesn’t matter. Mental health issues deserve the same degree of attention as physical conditions. After admitting that there is an issue, the next step is to seek help.

 

Opening up about your mental health issues to a mental health expert instantly halves your problems. In addition to the instant release of pressure, it allows you to develop coping mechanisms. From appreciating your triggers to battling through tough moments, the benefits are huge.

 

The stigma surrounding mental health has largely faded. Whether the signals have started recently or have plagued your life for years, now is the time to take charge.

 

Eyesight Problems

 

Sometimes it can be very difficult to spot changes in your health, especially when the damage grows on a gradual basis. Gradual sight loss is a very common issue in today’s world, particularly as we spend so much time glued to our screens. Sadly, delaying treatment increases the harm.

 

There are various symptoms to look out for. If you have noticed any of the possible dangers, speaking to an eye doctor should be top of the agenda. There are various ways to protect and correct your vision, but a correct diagnosis is always the first step to success. 

 

Every aspect of your life will be affected by the failure to treat your eyesight issues. With this in mind, you must not ignore it any longer.

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Hearing Loss

 

On a similar note, we rely on our hearing on a daily basis for a host of issues. From human interaction to staying alert to data, auditory communication is vital. Sadly, the gradual nature of most hearing loss means many people do not get checked until it’s too late.

 

If you have noticed yourself struggling to hear people or turning up the television, you may have an issue. Even if it’s only a mild form of hearing loss, a professional hearing test can diagnose it. Whether you require sound therapy, hearing aids, or another form of management, fast action is key.

 

Hearing loss affects over 50 million Americans. So, if you do experience these issues, you are not alone.

 

Restricted Mobility

 

Our bodies are designed to move, put chronic aches and pains can cause serious restrictions. You may think it’s OK to use push through the problems with the support of painkillers. In reality, now is the time to take control of the situation.

 

Restricted mobility won’t always relate to postural issues. It’s equally common for rheumatoid arthritis to occur, especially as you get older. Pains in the hands and other joints should not be ignored. Operations, medications, and other solutions may be possible. 

 

Protecting your full range of movement today will prevent further regression and damage. So, it’s a smart move for your future as well as the present.

 

Continued Headaches

 

We all experience headaches from time to time. However, frequent headaches, particularly those that aren’t related to hangovers or dehydration, can impact your life. Worse still, they can surface at any time.

 

The headaches may be a symptom of other conditions, including poor eyesight or stress. Or it can be linked to a host of other conditions. While the situation can often be solved with a simple treatment plan, it’s best to get the correct diagnosis right away. It’s better to be safe than sorry.

 

Besides, headaches will impact your enjoyment of time spent with family as well as your ability to work.

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The Secret Sauce To Looking Good? Be Comfortable!

January 4, 2020 Leave a Comment

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The real secret to looking and feeling good? It’s all in the comfort factor! When our clothes are restrictive and don’t fit right, everything subtle changes. We don’t walk tall. We fiddle with our hemline and twist at our sleeves, and we don’t look confident in our own skins. But aimk g for comfort doesn’t mean sweatpants or that old, holey t-shirt – certainly not. The right comfortable clothes can be elegant and polished as well. So one of the most important style steps you can make in 2020 is building up a collection of well-fitting, classic basics – Black trousers, a white shirt, a grey sweater, a camel coat or a little black dress – that fit well, leave you in comfort and suit your lifestyle, whether you have small children, are managing chronic pain or are busy building your career, or whatever else you need to factor in when thinking about your clothing choices. 

 

Get The Fit Right 

 

The single most important factor to being comfortable and therefore looking and feeling good, is to get the fit of your clothes right. Move yourself away from fixating on the number on the label – it doesn’t mean anything. Pay attention instead to how the item sits on your body. Garments which are too tight and restrictive won’t sit right, but neither will ones which are overly big and baggy. Take the time to try things on and size up or down if you need to. Look for retailers which carry non-standard lines, such as a petite range or Wide width boots if that’s what you need. You could also consider spending a little extra money to get items tailored. This is the way to make off the shelf, inexpensive clothes look like a million dollars. 

 

Pay Attention To Fabrics 

 

The other important factor after fit is what fabrics you choose to wear. Opting for natural materials like wool, silk and pure cotton generally means greater comfort, as they are less irritating to the skin and allow the air to circulate. Look for pure blends or ones which have a small percentage of man-made textiles like nylon or elastane just to allow manageability. Beautiful soft textures can do a lot for your comfort, and with store such as H&M offering affordable cashmere it’s more attainable to access top quality fabrics. 

 

Understand Your Body Type 

Another factor to consider is understanding your body type, as this will influence what suits you and what shapes you need to go for. For example, dressing an apple shaped body means going for garments which skim over the body at the mid-section, while pear shapes may want to consider darker shades on their bottom half and looser fitting pants. Take a look through your existing clothing and make a pile of the items which feel the most comfortable – no doubt these are also the ones which suit your body shape and that you should wear more of. Dressing according to your body type means clothes will fit better and flatter you more.

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Dealing With Chronic Pain Without the Doctor

January 3, 2020 Leave a Comment

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Coping with chronic pain is difficult for anybody who suffers from it. While you might try to get to the doctor as often as possible, the time in between appointments and subscription refills can feel like a lifetime. It doesn’t need to be this way, though. There are ways to cope without a doctor. If you are struggling, these ways are worth looking into while you wait for your next appointment. 

 

Low Impact Exercise

 

Those who don’t suffer from chronic pain believe that exercise is impossible, but that is not always the case. Depending on the source of your pain, you can still maintain a healthy and active exercise routine to ease the pain and keep you mobile. 

 

Workouts such as running are not recommended, as they place too much strain on joints and muscles. However, you can still consider exercises such as swimming or yoga to help keep you in decent shape while also reducing the stress and pressure on joints. Exercise should always be part of your daily routine, and while you don’t need to do a lot, every little helps. 

 

Natural Remedies

 

Pain-relieving natural remedies are another useful stop-gap when waiting for prescription refills and appointments. Depending on where you live, you can seek advice on diffusing essential oils, sampling Edibles, or finding teas and similar food and drink that can prevent inflammation and residual discomfort. 

 

Often, you can get these remedies at the supermarket, although you may need an additional prescription for other treatments. It’s also useful to explore different options, and while it may not have the same effect as your regular medication, they can offer some assistance in the meantime. 

 

Support Groups

 

If you’ve not yet considered support groups, then this may be a useful remedy to your chronic pain. Too often do people feel alone with their pain, especially considering their family and partner, while understand, do not have the same experiences. 

 

A support group allows you to discuss your experiences with those who are going through the same things as you. From here, you can find different treatment methods and gain valuable insight into managing your pain from those who know what you are talking about. 

 

Pain Diaries

 

The final option is starting a pain diary where you can record your pain levels and thoughts as and when the discomfort occurs. Not only is it useful to note down your experiences to help work through issues, but a record will also help you identify pain patterns so you can make additional changes to your lifestyle is you notice a trend. 

 

This pain diary will be useful for you to refer to when suffering from extreme pain, and it can also be beneficial for your doctor to help decide on the best treatment to explore. 

 

Controlling Your Pain

 

While it’s not recommended to abstain from seeing the doctor altogether, it can take a long time for you to get an appointment. Instead of suffering through the pain, though, you can consider using these methods to control it better so that you are not in too much discomfort. 

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3 Health Issues We Don’t Always Take Seriously

December 24, 2019 Leave a Comment

There are certain issues with health that we will take seriously and we will always focus on. For instance, if you have a pain in most areas of your body, you’re probably not going to ignore it. This can lead to a lot of false alarms. Back pain, for instance, is known for having a bark for worse than it’s a bite. So people often rush to the doctor only to discover that they’ve just pulled a muscle. However, there are other issues that we won’t focus on at all. Here are some of the health issues that you certainly shouldn’t ignore and are more important than you think. 

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Hearing 

 

It’s probably easier than you think to damage your hearing. Once sound reaches above a certain volume, your hearing is at risk. The worrying thing is that there are a lot of situations in typical daily life that cause this type of danger. A train passing by is loud enough to damage your hearing and so is an Imax theatre. These are things which we don’t even think about and we often consider are completely safe. There’s also the dangerously loud noises that will be apparent in certain work environments too. 

 

It’s also fair to say that a lot of people underestimate the importance of their hearing. For instance, you might not take the problem of tinnitus seriously. However, this can impact your quality of life and it’s not uncommon for people with tinnitus to feel depressed or even suicidal. Crucially, you can’t cure tinnitus which means that the only option is to come to terms with a condition like this once it sets in. 

 

So the question then becomes how should you handle the issue. There are numerous options here. One of the best possibilities is always going to hearing protection and this is available in various different forms. So, you will always be able to find the right choice that you need. That could be ear muffs, custom protection or earplugs. 

 

Oral Health

 

Ignoring this issue is not a case of misunderstanding the importance. Instead, it’s about avoiding something that we all hate. We’re of course talking about the dentist appointment. No one likes going to the dentist because there’s always the concern that you might end up with a filling or worse still, a root canal. The problem with this is that dental checks are actually quite crucial. 

 

Dental checks aren’t just to make sure that you are brushing your teeth regularly enough. It’s also about ensuring that you’re not showing any signs of serious health issues like oral cancer. A doctor won’t check this, only a dentist will typically notice the signs and help you move forward with a potential diagnosis. 

 

As well as this, there are certain oral health issues that impact other areas of the body. An example of this is certainly going to be teeth grinding. Grinding teeth can cause you to develop issues with headaches. If you’re waking up with headaches in the morning, this is usually a clear sign that there’s a problem with your teeth. 

 

Diet

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Your diet can affect a lot more than just your weight. Studies show that the food we eat can impact everything from our mood to our general level of fitness. Some studies have even suggested that diet can mean you are more at risk of developing long term cognitive issues including dementia. Diet also becomes far more important as you get older. Once you start to age, your body is less able to bounce back as effectively. Instead, it becomes difficult to both lose weight and stop the negative impact of unhealthy foods. 

 

So, how can you make sure that you are eating the right diet that your body needs? Well, there are a few possibilities here. For instance, you can think about simply getting your five a day. However, your main focus should be on antioxidants. These are found in lots of natural foods. They help fight back against the process of oxygenation in your body. This is another process that has been linked to a variety of negative issues that can impact your body. It’s usually just a case of ensuring that you are consuming more fruit and veg. 

 

We hope this helps you see that there are certain health issues that we tend to ignore and that we definitely shouldn’t. Instead, it’s important to be aware of the potential dangers here and take the right steps to ensure that we are protecting our health. 

 

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Self-Forgiveness: It’s Possible To Embrace Your Past

November 24, 2019 Leave a Comment

If you are currently living a life that is overshadowed by pain and regret, now is the time to let it go and start to move forward into a future of happiness and excitement. No one is perfect, and on the journey of life, we spend time learning right from wrong. The thing is, sometimes, we choose wrong despite knowing which path is the better one. We all do it at least once, and while some of us make mistakes that cannot be forgotten or erased, the majority of us are good people who simply make a wrong decision.

 

It’s normal to feel regret for past mistakes. Everyone does at least once in life, and those mistakes can follow us around like a bad smell. The good news it that with forgiveness comes a new path to move onto – one where you can move on from the things that hang over your head and into a life where you can feel at ease. It becomes unhealthy to dwell after some time, especially when you can actively look into “removing” a mistake. For example, you can’t take back an affair where people are hurt, but you can look at a Canadian Pardon if you have a criminal record for teenage stupidity and believe that it shouldn’t stop you from living the rest of your life. It’s unhealthy to dwell on those mistakes, and you CAN move past them and start living a life where you have forgiven yourself. 

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When you give yourself the chance to move forward, you can live a happier life without the burden of guilt and regret. Those emotions have their place, but when it comes to letting go, you have to step forward and know you worked through them. Here are a few reasons why:

 

Your Past Mattered – But It’s The Past

You may have hurt someone, you may be swimming in guilt for the previous choices that you made, but your past is the past. It’s gone, and nothing is going to change it. Living in it helps no one, and you have to appreciate everything that happened, what you learned from it and how you moved forward. You are stronger and wiser now: when you know better, you do better.

 

You Can’t Change It

Hakuna Matata, right? You cannot change the things that have happened and you can’t turn back time to do it again. Instead, you have to make your peace with it all and move forward. Beating yourself up over it does not change a thing. Instead, own what you did wrong and keep trucking on. Forgiving yourself doesn’t mean that you believe what you did was right; it just means that you’re going to let go now.

 

You are a human being; making mistakes is what we do. However, you don’t have to live in it. Don’t ever forget what you did, but let it shape who you are right now and let it be what you need to propel you into a future where you do better next time.

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Amwell Medical Doctor – Online

November 19, 2019 26 Comments

I love this time of year, spending time with family and friends and traveling. This week kicked off our first dinner and as usual, I woke up sick. I suffer from chronic sinusitis so every time the fall season starts I get sick. The issue I always have it literally no time to deal with it!

 

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Fortunately, I have found a quick solution to my busy schedule. I love using the Amwell Urgent Care, it is quick and works great for my sinus issues. Right now an appointment with a doctor is on $69.00 if you Click Here and use the code: Amwell25 you can save 25% off! The appointments are quick yet really through.

So, I was able to jump online and within 20 minutes have a video meeting with the doctor and the best part….  have prescriptions called into my local pharmacist. The ability to have an urgent care readily available whenever needed regardless of where I am or what time it is has been such a blessing. So when I do travel, I do not have to worry about if I get sick!

In addition, I found out they take my insurance! I am super excited, I can get seen quickly, pay only my deductible and never miss a beat.

I chose to use my laptop, although you can use a tablet or even your phone. I signed in, filled out the information, which was WAY shorter than all of the information you have to fill out at the doctor’s office and clicked on what services I needed.

I was given a step by step instruction screen of how to download and launch the video page. After that you wait for your turn, mine only took about 15 minutes and then my visit started. The physician was thorough asking me about my prior issues then asking me all about my symptoms. I was amazed at the amount of knowledge he had and how quickly he was able to decipher if my issue was bacterial or viral. He was able to decide what I needed, send it in to be filled and give me other suggestions to what will help me get better.

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The First Checkups Any Toddler Will Need

November 9, 2019 Leave a Comment

As children grow they become stronger and stronger. However, they are in a weaker immune state and have less muscle dexterity than teenagers and adults. This means that when your children are toddlers or just older, you’ll need to take them to get a few checks. Now will be the time when their immune system, as well as their general health, will be increasing into the adult stage. Thus, you need to know what kind of things are going as normal and what areas of their health seem to be a little abnormal. Doing some check-ups will give you a clearer picture of their health for the foreseeable future.

Hearing and eyesight

 

When your child is over the age of 5 and less than 8, you should take them to have their hearing checked. It’s about this time in their lives when parents will know whether or not their kid will need a hearing aid. If the development of their hearing is not going to plan, then you need to catch the issue early on. Taking your child to a visual reinforcement audiometry (VRA) test will give you all the information you need. This will be great for not just hearing ability but localizing the sound too. The child will see something making noise and they will have to localize exactly where it’s coming from. This could be a small windup toy moving inside a large toy box, or it could be an eraser falling out of a bucket full of sponges. These types of tests will connect the eyes and ears, giving your child a great hearing checkup.

 

Time for braces?

 

Some things don’t go as expected when children are growing up. It could be that their teeth are not properly emerging and thus, they’re crooked and causing discomfort. But when do you go to a professional? Here’s how to choose the best orthodontist for your child. One, are they a specialist? You may find that your child needs to see someone who is highly skilled in a particular area instead of a general practitioner. If they provide the first visit for free, that’s generally a good sign. They will offer the family expert advice on what to do next and then work together with you to see what the options are. No matter what kind of orthodontist you select for your child, they must offer guarantees. After all it’s your child’s health and there should be very strict safety measures taken.

Vaccines and shots

 

It’s very important for your child to be given a checkup for some of the worst diseases and conditions. Chickenpox, measles, flu vaccines are all part and parcel of a healthy child’s upbringing. Without them, they would be in danger of contracting something that may potentially threaten well being. Getting allergy shots during springtime will help your child not develop hay fever so easily too.

The first checkups in a child’s life are the most important. However, toddlers must get different kinds of checkups such as for hearing, sights, allergies and other things like their teeth.

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How to Take Control of Your Health and Well Being

November 7, 2019 Leave a Comment

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Your health and well being are so important. Being in poor health impacts on every aspect of your life. Everyday tasks can be far harder to manage, and you may be limited to what you can and cannot do. These limitations can impact on your enjoyment of life and affect your well being. People often wait until they are suffering from the symptoms of an illness before seeking help. Instead, it is far better to take a proactive approach and to manage your health before it causes you problems. 

 

Trying to lead a healthy lifestyle may seem like common sense. However, for many people, it can be hard to make the changes needed to take control of their health and improve it. Unhealthy habits, poor routines and lifestyle choices can all take their toll over time. The problem is that it can be hard to recognize the damage that these habits do before it is too late. Habits are hard to break, and the idea of making significant changes to your lifestyle can feel overwhelming. Starting to make lifestyle changes can feel like a big step, which can put people off making a start on overhauling their health. If you are looking to improve your health, but it feels too hard to get started, these tips should help you to start making some changes, without feeling too overwhelmed.

 

Set Your Goals

 

To get started, try to think about what you actually want to achieve. Do you want to lose some excess weight to reach a healthy body mass index (BMI)? Do you want to be able to walk to the store without feeling out of breath? Taking some time to think about what improving your health means to you will help make it easier to achieve.

 

Don’t forget that everyone is different, so if you haven’t broken into a run for over 20 years, it probably isn’t a good idea to sign up for a marathon. Making your goals SMART – specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and timely will make it far easier to keep your motivation when trying to achieve them. Try not to compare your own health goals with other people’s. Making your goals realistic and specific to your individual needs will make you far more likely to achieve them.

 

Take Small Steps

 

Trying to achieve too much, too soon, will set you up for failure. It is far better to ease the pressure on yourself and set smaller goals, that are easier to achieve. Starting with small steps will help keep you motivated and make it easier for you to track your progress. Breaking down your goals into smaller steps will help you to feel far less overwhelmed by the changes you are making.

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Healthy Habits

 

Forming healthy habits and leaving the damaging ones behind is an essential part of any lifestyle overhaul. As everyone knows, habits are hard to break. Many people struggle to give up smoking and instead choose to use a vape device when trying to quit. People who drink regularly may decide to initially reduce their alcohol consumption, rather than trying to give it up entirely. Don’t forget that you will need to consult with your doctor before making any significant lifestyle changes.

 

Over time, unhealthy habits can be broken and replaced with healthy habits. This means that replacing a nightly visit to the pub after work can be replaced with a new, healthier habit such as a nightly gym session. Remember that new habits take time to form. Research shows that the average person takes 66 days to develop a new habit that sticks. This shows the importance of perseverance and using will power until your new behavior becomes second nature.

 

Self-Care

 

Self-care is at the heart of living a healthy life. Practicing self-care is something that many people struggle with. The fast pace of modern life can make it challenging to take care of yourself, especially if you rarely get any downtime. However, making self-care a part of your daily routine can make a real difference to both your health and well being. 

 

Self-care doesn’t mean that you need to book a spa day or spend a day doing nothing. On an everyday level, self-care is about making healthy food choices, ensuring that you get enough sleep and enjoying some regular, moderate exercise.

 

Remember that taking control of your health is an ongoing process. Don’t feel too disheartened if you experience setbacks. Instead, keep persevering, and you will see the results of your hard work for yourself.

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Signs That Tell You To Get Your Eyesight Checked

October 30, 2019 Leave a Comment

Our bodies are never perfect, and that’s something that doesn’t get any better with age. There may come a time where your eyesight health becomes compromised, so what are the signs that tell you to get your eyesight checked?

 

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Friends Are Telling You You’re Squinting A Lot

Squinting is something that you might not notice yourself because it’s something that can simply be a tick in your body or that you’ve been doing for a while in order to see a little more clearly. It can seem obvious when you know why, but at the time, you may not relate it to the point that your vision may have worsened. Your friends and family, though, are going to notice it because they see your face probably more times than you see it. So if you find a friend or family member making a comment on the fact you seem to be squinting more frequently, this could certainly be a major sign that your eyesight needs testing, and perhaps your vision is affected in some way and to some degree. It might not even warrant having glasses, but it’s worth checking either way.

 

You’re Getting Frequent Headaches

We all have headaches, and they can be brought on from a variety of different things. Perhaps it’s too much alcohol the night before, a lack of water, not enough sleep, or staring at the screen for too long. To touch back on the habit of squinting, this can be a contributing factor to headaches. As you’re squeezing your eyes, that’s a lot of pressure to put on your head over an extended amount of time, so much so that it will end up hurting. This will likely be the cause of any frequent headaches that you get. Of course, if it continues, then it’s always worth seeing a doctor, but you might find that a trip to the opticians might be what’s required.

 

Family History

One thing that might be clearly obvious if you have family members who are alive and wear either glasses or contact lenses. When it comes to Medicare Nationwide, they can cover trips to the opticians, whereas typical medical care may not have the same cover.

 

Things Seem Slightly Out Of Focus

Your vision is something you need and will use constantly. From the moment you get up and stumble sleepily into the bathroom and the last thing at night when you crawl into bed. There are likely to be plenty of signs that your vision is impaired, but one that you’ll notice the most once spotted is that things will seem slightly out of focus. This is the thing that will usually cause you to squint, and the way to spot it the most is when you’re looking at text. Whether it’s on the screen in front of you, a sign up ahead whilst driving or down on paper. If it looks fuzzy to you and you have to concentrate on reading it clearly, there’s definitely something wrong.

 

If any of these signs are apparent to you right now, then go get checked out.

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Why Speaking About Health Issues Is Important

October 13, 2019 Leave a Comment

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Everyone, sooner or later, will experience an issue with their health. This may be as immediate and unpredictable as a broken bone, or perhaps a long-lasting health condition that started in childhood and needs to be managed every single day. Of course, when these health issues occur, we may need to find a new normal, and this can be hard for some people. In this post, we hope to discuss the importance of talking about these experiences.

 

While communicating about an issue may not seem to be that important (as relating to others may not seem possible if they haven’t experienced it too), it’s something that we must absolutely partake in should we feel comfortable enough to do it. Speaking of our health issues is an important task, and can truly give us the space needed to get our feelings off our mind while also contributing to a more understanding culture of tolerance.

 

After all, we cannot help the conditions or health issues we experience to some degree, but we can change how we relate to them, and how we understand ourselves. With the following advice, you’ll see just how wonderful this process can be:

 

A Common Acceptance

 

When you speak about your health issues, you contribute to ideas of understanding, patience, and respect for one another. You also allow people without experience of your condition to shed ignorance and to become more aware of the life you go through. For example, we may have many ideas surrounding what it’s like to have high-functioning autism, but it’s only when we speak to someone who may have this as part of their daily reality that we can begin to understand, dispel myths, and become a better friend in doing so.

 

Advice & Referrals

 

When you speak of your health issues, you may find that you are given advice that you had never considered before. Perhaps your friend swears by a certain cure for heavy headaches, or convinces you to see a doctor, or refers you to the best spinal specialist. It’s this advice that can often help you look at your issue in a different way, or at least helps you think more conclusively about something. Without your initial effort of communication, this would likely never have been experienced to begin with.

 

An Emotional Outlet

 

Speaking about the problems you have faced simply feels good. It helps you stop bottling up your emotions and instead lets you release them in the best manner possible. Yet, living with pain can be a hard thing to do, and it might be something you lament. Talking about it can help you feel infinitely better, and it also stops you feeling as though you should be guilty for having those thoughts. In this way you can heal with care and insight, and provided you are willing to listen to another, contribute to a healthier norm of mutual understanding.

 

With this advice, you’re sure to correctly and carefully speak about your health issues with strength.

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Are You Experiencing Pain In Your Hand?

September 24, 2019 Leave a Comment

Pain in the hand can be very inconvenient. This is especially the case if you are someone who works with their hands, whether you are typing on the computer all day or you are involved in manual labor. Below, we will discuss one of the most common causes of hand pain in further detail. 

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If you are experiencing pain in your hand, there is a very high chance that this could be because of a tendon injury, with tenosynovitis being one of the most common. More often than not, tenosynovitis occurs because of the overuse of the affected tendon, which can, in turn, cause pain and make it difficult to move your hand with ease. 

 

If this sounds familiar, it is vital to book an appointment as soon as possible with your physio, as you certainly don’t want to run the risk of the issue developing into something more serious. You should go to a walk in clinic if your hand is causing pain that is constant and has become unbearable.

 

To understand how tenosynovitis occurs, you need to know what a tendon is – a strong tissue that attaches the bone and the muscle. For example, when it comes to the back of your hand, the tendons here will be attached to the forearm muscles so that you can move the bones of your fingers effectively. Tenosynovitis occurs when the sheath surrounding the tendon is inflamed – this is called the synovium, which is essentially a small amount of fluid and covering that helps the tendon to move smoothly, freely and painlessly.

 

There are many different symptoms and signs you should look out for when it comes to tenosynovitis, with the main symptoms being swelling, tenderness and pain, with pain often getting worse during activity. You may also find that you have weakness and reduced movement in your hand because the inflammation makes it difficult for you to function as you normally would.

 

If these symptoms sound familiar, the best thing to do is pay a physiotherapist a visit. When you book an appointment, you can expect specialist physiotherapists to carry out a thorough examination of your hand so that they can get to the root of the problem. It is vital to discover where the pain is stemming from and how severe it is, so the most effective course of treatment can be put together.

 

Treatment will include a wide assortment of techniques, including massage, strengthening exercises, flexibility exercises, heat or ice application, dry needling, electrotherapy and more. They will also provide you with full details on self-care, so you can manage the condition effectively at home, which is of paramount importance. 

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A Guide To Proper Self Care After Serious Injury

September 18, 2019 Leave a Comment

Looking after yourself after falling victim to a particularly bad injury or illness is really tough. The pain and discomfort felt is not only physical but emotional too, so coping with the experience on your own may seem impossible. Luckily, there are some very simple steps that you can take on your road to recovery which will ultimately push your abilities to perform self care to maximum levels, and help you feel as good as new before you know it. If you’ve recently seriously hurt yourself and are feeling behind in your rehabilitation, then read on to uncover some of the best top tips you can implement today!

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Seek The Right Diagnosis 

 

Possibly the most important aspect of your recovery is ensuring that you have the right diagnosis. Simply searching your symptoms online on forums and untrustworthy medical sites and then sourcing medication in a similar way can leave you open to even more severe illnesses as a result. Visit a doctor in person and ask for every kind of scan or test to uncover the ins and outs of your injury, and be certain of any medicines authenticity and purpose before consuming them. Though painkillers do serve a tremendous purpose, they can also block out some symptoms that your medical professional should otherwise be made aware of, so try to keep use of these to a minimum (especially during any related appointments).

 

Learn To Say No

 

Especially tough if you’re a busy parent or hold high levels or responsibility in the workplace, learning to say no to those who ask too much of your during your recovery is a big aspect of self care that should not be overlooked. Of course you cannot renounce all of your duties as you will only become bored and unmotivated, but you still must accept that you are unfortunately injured and cannot perform in the same way as you did previously. Saying yes to any kind of physical work could mean that your pain reaches new heights and your injury gets much worse rather than better, so it really isn’t worth the risk! Just sit back and relax as much as you can, taking the pressure off whichever part of your body is hurting to allow for the speediest return to health possible.

 

Could You Seek Compensation?

 

If your injury happened in the workplace or perhaps as a result of the negligence of a company or its employees, you may be entitled to some kind of compensation. Organisations like Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz exist to professionally support you through this process, and can help to ensure that you receive the money you deserve. Simply approach them with the facts regarding your own specific situation and discover whether you can seek some kind of rebate for the pain and suffering you have experienced. 

 

Self care after a serious injury is a tricky topic, but with these handy hacks you can make sure that you do everything possible to speed down the road of recovery and get back to your normal self as soon as possible.

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What Are The Dangers Of Sitting Down All Day?

September 17, 2019 Leave a Comment

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It’s believed that more than 25% of us live a sedentary lifestyle. This involves sitting down for most of the day whether it’s watching the TV, working at a desk or driving.

Most of us are regularly told that sitting down for long periods is unhealthy, but what exactly are the health dangers. Here are just a few of the possible negative health consequences of sitting down all day.

You’ll gain weight

The most obvious health risk is weight gain. Without being active, the body is unable to burn off excess calories. Sitting down also weakens muscles – these often end up converting into fat. The thighs and stomach are common places for fat to store up as these muscles are rarely used at all when sitting down.

It’s bad for your joints

Sitting down all day is also bad on the joints. Because a sedentary lifestyle can cause weight gain, this extra weight can then put pressure on the joints such as the knees and hips. This increased pressure can then cause cartilage to wear away, which can eventually lead to bones rubbing against one another – a well-known condition known as osteoarthritis.

It can cause sciatica

A sedentary lifestyle can also increase the risk of sciatica. This is a condition that usually results in pain leading from the lower back all the way down the leg. Sciatic nerve pain is believed to be caused by discs from the spine irritating the sciatic nerve root, which itself is linked to spending too much time sitting down. Such pain can be chronic and can seriously affect day-to-day life.

It can cause DVT

DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is the formation of a blood clot within a deep vein, usually in the legs. It is sympathized by reddening and swelling. A common cause of DVT is sitting down for long periods – restricted movement stops blood from flowing freely, which can then cause it to clot. DVT is dangerous if not treated and has been linked to heart attacks.

It’s bad for your heart

Sitting down all day can negatively affect the heart is various ways. The heart, like any muscle, needs to be exercises to keep it healthy – this can only be done through physical exercise. As stated already, sitting down all day also increases the risk of clots through restricted movement.

It’s bad for your back

A sedentary lifestyle can also be bad for your back. The back becomes stiff and weak when sat down for long periods as it’s not been used to support your body. Craning over a desk can be particularly bad for the back – if you spend all day at a desk, you should try to get into a habit of sitting up straight.

It’s bad for your mental health

Staying sedentary could also have a negative impact on your mental health. There have been many links that show exercise to be good for the mind – it pumps the body full of feelgood endorphins, which help to fight stress. Exercise also helps to get a fresh supply of oxygen to the brain, helping to improve concentration. All this can help to improve mental health. By being sedentary all day, you won’t be getting these benefits of exercise.

You’re more susceptible to diabetes

Sitting down for long periods also increases the risk of diabetes. This is because a sedentary lifestyle can result in changes to the body’s metabolism including insulin resistance. This can lead to type 2 diabetes. Diabetes can result in multiple organ failure if it isn’t treated properly.

There’s a greater risk of dementia

There’s also a strong correlation between people that live a sedentary lifestyle and people that develop dementia. While scientists aren’t entirely sure as to why this is, it’s another good reason to not spend all day sitting around.

There’s a greater risk of cancer

To top it all off, a sedentary lifestyle has also been linked to an increase in the risk of cancer. Lung, head and neck cancers are some of the most common types associated with sitting down for long periods

How To Take A Stand…

With so many possible negative health consequences, it should be easy to see why we should all be spending more time on our feet and less time sitting. Of course, taking a stand isn’t easy, as many activities are more practical to perform while sitting (you can’t drive a lorry while standing).

If your job requires you to spend long periods sat down, you may be able to compensate for this by exercising a lot out of work hours. If you usually commute to work by car, consider whether walking might be an option. If this isn’t possible, you could always go to a gym in your spare time or go jogging or simply exercise from home. This could help to give the mind and body the physical activity that it needs.

There are some commonly sedentary activities can be done whilst standing up or exercising. For instance, you don’t have to be sat down to watch the TV and could add in workouts such as squats and push ups as you watch certain shows. Standing desks meanwhile are becoming an option in some offices, allowing workers to use computers whilst standing.

You don’t have to be on your feet all the time to make a positive impact to your lifestyle. In fact, simply going on a five minute walk on your lunch break instead of sitting at your desk the whole time could make a difference.

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