Health & Beauty

Withdrawal is the set of physical and mental symptoms a person experiences after they abruptly stop or reduce their use of alcohol and prescription or recreational drugs. The severity of these symptoms varies based on the type and dosage of the substance, the duration of misuse, and the person’s genetic make-up. Symptoms of withdrawal can be life-threatening

With the year we’ve all had, we deserve a feast this coming holiday season. If only enjoying all the holiday food doesn’t have any consequences. Unfortunately, while it’s nice to reward yourself with great food and holiday cheer, the former often causes feelings of bloating or indigestion. Suddenly, zipping up your newly bought denim jeans

Do you suffer from bone health problems? Ask your parents about what your pediatricians said about your milk intake when you’re a kid. Your bones will only absorb calcium until you’re in your early 20s. In your early years, your body makes more bone tissue deposits than withdraws. Your bones will reach their maximum strength

The journey of recovering from addiction doesn’t end at rehabilitation. Even if the addict was treated in a private rehabilitation clinic, where facilities are more sophisticated and the programs more customized, they’ll still be prone to relapse. Often, recovery is a lifetime process for them. Your role as a recovering addict’s loved one is critical

Your body is surprisingly like a sponge. It absorbs a lot from its surroundings and what you ingest. While this is essential to absorb the nutrients you need for a healthy life, you absorb a lot of dirt and toxins. With the approach of the new year, it is the perfect time to give your

The arrival of COVID-19 has been a challenging time for many people. Businesses have shut down. People are struggling to survive. Everyone is forced to stay at their homes and keep themselves away from the crowd. Looking at how things are now, the pandemic has changed the world in ways no one ever imagined. The

This young lady is amazing. At just the age of 15, Greta Thunberg braved her country’s Swedish parliament waving a placard calling for greater action on climate change. Imagine that: skipping classes to put the climate first. And why not? Climate change is putting every human life on Earth in the balance. True enough, the

Several factors, including disease, accidents, genetics and other factors can affect the shape of your teeth and your overall oral health. Brushing your teeth regularly is not enough to keep it bright and straight; dentists often rely on using braces and aligners to give you the perfect smile. However, using braces can be a problem

People often recommend making your own meals at home if you want to lose weight. True enough, research showed that home-cooked meals are healthier, as they tend to contain less sugar and salt than processed food and fast food. In addition, people who eat home-cooked meals regularly are found to be happier, especially if they

Like it or not, we are all fixated on youthfulness. Old age has become synonymous with weakness and for most people, unattractiveness. Ageism or discrimination based on age has become an issue in workplaces and social groups. People, therefore, try to look young for a longer time, hoping to defy natural laws. There are things