Has your skin seen too much sun lately? There are several different kinds of conditions that can transpire from overexposure to sunlight.
According to the DetroitFreePress.com, too much sunlight can lead to different types of skin irritations including:
1. Heat rash: usually caused by sweating profusely in the humid heat. Treat by keeping the affected area dry, use baby powder or anti-fungal spray which will help lessen the pain. Try wearing cotton when outside which will help your skin to breathe easier.
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Ever thought you might have sleep apnea? This can be a really scary condition. There are specialized breathing machines that are the standard of treatments.
According to NYTimes.com, this machine uses a method called continuous positive airway pressure (aka CPAP), this method keeps the airway open to protect from dangerous pauses in breathing during the night.
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Feeling stressed? Suffer from IBS? Stress is the number one factor in the cause of IBS (irritable bowl syndrome). It’s time to find some ways to help lessen your stress.
According to Everydayhealth.com, there are a few different ways to help reduce your stress:
* A little therapy? Therapists can help manage your stress, figure out where it comes from and how to deal with it.
* Get physical! Exercise naturally helps the body relax and de-stress. Run, swim, hike, bike or walk your way to less stress.
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Gearing up for your first race? Running is an awesome way to get in shape, stay in shape and to re-energize your body.
According to Shape.com, there are helpful tips to prep you before you begin your first 5k race.
1. Sleep is super important! Pre-race jitters can start to kick in which keep you up at night so make sure the week before your race that you get at least 8 hours of sleep per night.
2. Lighten up your running on the week of the race, your body should feel good running 3 miles so your training is technically over. The week before you should lightly jog to keep your body loose and ready. Two days before the race should be a day off.
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Starting to lose your energy throughout the day? It’s time to find what works for you and make it happen.
Health.com, has compiled 13 ways to help re-energize yourself to avoid hitting a wall in the middle of your day.
* EAT breakfast. Those who eat breakfast have been known to have more energy throughout the day than those who skip that first meal. Make it healthy, Greek yogurt with fresh fruit, veggie omelet or oatmeal are great starters.
* SMILE. Fake it till you make it. Dress how you want to be perceived. Soon enough the energy you are faking will rub off.
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Want to avoid Alzheimer’s disease? Then boost your brain power now! Discover new ways to keep your brain active in order to stay on top of your game.
Health.com, has provided a list of new ways to sharpen your brain:
- Catch up with your zzzz’s: getting at least six hours of sleep will help you perform better for work, school or your workout.
- Munch on those almonds! Nuts are great for you, especially almonds, walnuts and cashews. Peanuts have a bit more fat in them but are still good for you. Magnesium, a mineral that may improve your memory is found in nuts.
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Ladies – have you ever had a yeast infection? Then you know how miserable it feels. You might find it surprising how many different, easy ways you can develop a yeast infection.
According to EverydayHealth.com, some daily habits can lead to yeast infections, so:
1. Stay away from the sweet stuff. Refined carbs aka white sugar, white flour, white rice, cookies, cakes candy and alcohol can lead to vaginal discomfort and odor.
2. Stick to cotton. Tight-fitting jeans, thongs and underwear not made from cotton won’t allow air to breathe around your vagina.
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Allergies are such a downer and so hard to pinpoint – not to mention to get rid of. Thankfully, Health.com has provided several ways to keep allergies at bay inside your home:
* Utilize A/C or air purifier with high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter
* Air out the house and keep as dry as possible.
* Vacuum and dust twice a week. If possible use a HEPA vacuum which will remove dust-mite particles and pollen (wear a mask)
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