Around 90% of women suffer from pre-menstrual tension (also known as pre-menstrual syndrome/PMS) and many women suffer from cramps and pains before and during their period too. But you don’t have to go through it because we’ve found out what really works for PMT and period pain. According to a […]
Beauty really does come from within: Experts agree that your brain has a greater impact on how you feel about your looks than any supposed flaws (e.g., pimples) do. Happily, that means you can learn to adore your appearance simply by tweaking your state of mind. Follow this advice to […]
November is full of festivals in Mallorca, we have Dijous Bo in Inca which starts on 17th and a mushroom festival in Mancor de la Vall on 27th. But inspired by the little known Honey festival in Llubí on 20th we thought we would bring you some fascinating health benefits […]
The bizarre cases clogging up A&E in the UK are revealed in a new study. The cases include: A woman who couldn’t remove her false nails Another woman who had paint stuck in her hair These are just some of the ‘inappropriate’ patients turning up in A&E, according to research. A […]
Insect bites are puncture wounds caused by insects. Insects that bite include: midges mosquitoes fleas bedbugs ticks When an insect bites, it releases saliva that can cause: inflammation (redness and swelling) blisters irritation The symptoms of insect bites can vary depending on the type of insect and the sensitivity of […]
Early diagnosis and appropriate management of arthritis, including self-management activities, can help people with arthritis decrease pain, improve function, stay productive, and lower health care costs. Key self-management activities include the following: Learn Arthritis Management Strategies Learning techniques to reduce pain and limitations can be beneficial to people with arthritis. […]
Are you prepared if there is an emergency in your community? The National Safety Council, American Heart Association and American Red Cross have teamed up to sponsor National Safety Month. These organizations want you to focus on four important safety topics this June: 1. Emergency Preparedness 2. Distracted Driving 3. […]
1. Myth: Cut a snakebite “The safest thing to do for snakebite is just splint the limb and go to the hospital,” says Christopher P. Holstege, M.D., an emergency medicine doctor and toxicology expert. “Cutting the bite wound could sever tendons, nerves or arteries or increase the risk of infection, […]
Is it your birth control? Hormone-based birth control often comes with side effects that can range from slightly annoying to bad enough to make you switch. You may not know what you can tolerate until you’ve given a couple of them a try. But here are some solutions for the […]
Research shows that not getting enough sleep can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, diabetes, weight gain, cancer and even your risk of dying prematurely. So why are so many health risks tied to adequate sleep? Well, it’s all about what happens during that crucial downtime, according to Amy […]
