Replacement of Body Parts

Yesterday I helped a lady named Pam back to her car who was having trouble walking in the shopping centre. She had stopped for a rest when my approach to assist was welcomed. She explained that it was her hip giving her trouble. At 70 years of age she is greatly obese and must weigh around 20 stone. Not wishing to pry too much she did inform me that they were considering a hip replacement operation.

One Rule to Live Longer, Look Younger and Be Healthier

My starting point for this article is this: there are no right models but some models are useful. In other words, nothing is hard and fast in science. Our understanding evolves all the time, and with that the world around us evolves as well. And I am not necessarily saying that evolving our understanding means we understand more. Sometime we simply get to a point where we realize that we don't understand anything. And those can be pivotal points as they make us go back to basics and start all over again.

Weight Loss-The Do's and Don'ts

Weight loss journeys are hard no matter where you start or how far you have come. At some point, most people have tried to lose weight and ended up quitting due to plateauing or receiving improper guidance. There are also seemingly endless weight loss gimmicks out there that advertise to be the only thing you need for weight loss which is simply not true, NO 1 THING WILL HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT. It is a combination of puzzle pieces that must all fit together to complete your weight loss puzzle. Here are some Do's and Don't that you need to know while on your weight loss journey:

I Have Herpes

Having an STD can be scary. Do you know what is even scarier? The stigma that comes along with it.

Actually, I don't. But what was your first thought? Did your opinion of me change? I ask, because this is a very real situation that many have to face on a daily basis. Let's talk about stigma.

Fibroids: What Every Woman Should Know

Around 75 percent of women experience fibroids at some point in their life, which leaves many asking 'are there natural treatments for fibroids?' Fibroids are non-cancerous tumors that are found within the uterine walls ranging in size from about the size of a pea, to as large as a grapefruit. Fibroids often result in a change in the shape or size of the uterus and

12 Secrets to Make Your Boobs Look Bigger

For every woman, appearance is key when out-and-about, and boobs come in consideration for that ultimate look. Here are tips to help you enhance the appearance of your boobs by making them look bigger.

Women's Matters - Handling Vaginal Odour

Our private parts are not something we talk about much. Especially in social media. However vaginal odour can be something that can occur for any number of reasons and when it does it can be very embarrassing. The fact that it's a bit of a taboo subject makes it hard to find advice when you need it. It's often easier to turn to the internet and become misinformed as to what is actually happening 'down there' so let's start out by saying if you can sense an odour or suspect

15 Makeup Mistakes You May Be Making Every Day

When it comes to makeup and beauty, the mistakes you make can really affect your appearance. Remember, that first impressions mean everything. Therefore, it is very important to make yourself look lovely, even fabulous, before you leave your house. There are several mistakes we end up making, even without having an idea that we are doing it all wrong. Like, having one brush that serves your entire makeup needs. Too much bronze, the wrong foundation, and blending makeup badly. Everyone is guilty of many of these so, to save you from the embarrassment of walking around looking like a clown, below are 15 mistakes that you may be doing and, how to correct them.

How Your Sleeping Position Can Reveal Your True Personality

It may sound silly to think that the position in which you sleep may reveal what type of personality you have. Actually, studies have shown that certain personality types tend to sleep in specific positions. In the following, I'll describe different sleep position meanings as well as sleep position personalities. Some of the different sleep positions are; the fetal position,

When To Call The Doctor For Common Ailments

Many question whether or not to bother their family medicine practitioner when it comes to common issues like headaches, fever and similar. Sadly, most don't want to be a bother or seem like they are calling for every little thing but it's important to realize that anyone practicing family medicine is there for them and their family whenever they are concerned about their health. There should be no reason to shy away from at least giving them a call.

5 Simple Tips for Fitness Success

Congratulations on taking a forward step to get in shape and feel great. Many people are guilty of wishing they could get a sculpted body from eating junk food and watching TV all day. But that is just not going to happen. Even though getting in shape sounds like a long, time-wasting process, the effort put towards being in shape has many positive effects. If you want to start your journey to having a better body to feel great, here are some tips:

1. Exercise Daily

Exercise daily for at least an hour. You do not have to kill yourself from running, jogging, etc., but you should have some sort of moderate physical activity in your everyday life. If you're looking to shed a few pounds fast, do a higher-level intensity workout. For example, go on a walk at a brisk pace for an hour. Or, you can jog and set certain intervals to sprint during that hour. Make sure you're not in severe pain during your workout. Just a warning, your muscles will ache after a high intensity workout. It may be irritating, but that means your body is changing for the better. Be sure to stay hydrated, stretch, and eat foods with a decent amount of protein after each workout. The protein will help keep your muscles, not fat, rebuilding.

2. Eat the Right Foods and Portion Each Meal

No matter how bad your stomach is telling you to go for candy over healthy food, try to stay away from sweets. Sugar from candy will not help you get in shape. Even if it's just a single candy bar, one will eventually lead to another. Fruits and vegetables are the best thing to eat when getting into shape. Apples, for example, do a good job at making the stomach feel full for up to 3 to 4 hours. Green vegetables such as green beans and broccoli keep the digestive system clean and running.