Health Blog
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The Benefits of Cold Plunging!
We recently wrote about infrared sauna in which we covered all the benefits you can enjoy. At the end of the post, we mentioned that it was even possible to follow the typical Scandinavian habit of immersing yourself in icy water after your sauna when you have an ice bath set up close by!
Now it is time to share some information of the benefits of that ice bath!
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Treat Arthritis Symptoms Naturally
Arthritis is a condition that affects many of us and, as we get older, we worry about the symptoms causing more pain and discomfort. We share some ways on how these symptoms can be alleviated. -
How Can You Help Arthritis in the Hands?
When arthritis strikes, it is so often our hands that are affected. And the most common types of arthritis in the hands are osteoarthritis (wear and tear on the joints) and rheumatoid arthritis (an inflammatory type of arthritis caused by inflammation in the joint)... -
Ginger is a Popular Spice Worldwide with its Many Health Benefits
Fresh ginger root is always easy to source and is a popular and well loved addition to our diets. But it also comes with a long list of health benefits which are because of its antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties and therapeutic compounds. Find out more about these benefits... -
Avoid These Foods if you Suffer from the Symptoms of Gout
Gout is a common type of arthritis that causes intense pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints. It usually affects the joint at the base of the big toe, known as the metatarsophalangeal joint - and mainly because of the presence of too much uric acid in the body. What can we do to help? -
Has Research Found a New Cause for Arthritis?
Rheumatoid Arthritis is a common chronic disease affecting so many worldwide.
It causes joint pain swelling and inflammation, beginning at any age but more likely between the years thirty and fifty becoming most common among those in their seventies.
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Why You Should Include More Fresh Pineapple in Your Diet!
We share some of the many health benefits if you include fresh pineapple in your diet..
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Feeding Your Dog The Right Food
I have come across a chain of dog food stores known as JustFoodForDogs. With all fresh ingredients, stainless steel appliances and state of the art shop fittings, the store looked good enough to feed humans too! -
Suffering from Back Pain? News of a Unique Form of Treatment from Japan
Back pain is surprisingly common and even factors like depression, anxiety or stress can bring on a sudden pain in the lower back. There is a unique back pain treatment in the news and it originated in Japan. -
Burn a Bay Leaf For Its Instant Calming Effect
One easy and instant way to bring peace and tranquillity to your home is to burn a bay leaf! Bay leaves are also known as bay laurel or Laurus nobilis. Popular in Mediterranean cuisine where thy are used as a spice, bay leaves have a long history of being used in other ways as well. -
The Marshmallow Plant & What Can It Do For You?
The marshmallow is a plant and the leaves and the root are used to make medicine. Unlike a soft marshmallow candy, It is a natural way of healing a variety of ailments and conditions. -
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis & How It Affects Children
The first signs of arthritis in children might include limping or pain in a wrist, finger or knee. The joints could suddenly swell and remain enlarged or there could be stiffness in the neck, hips or other joints.
