Bloating, which can cause distention of your abdomen, along with discomfort, gas, and even pain can be frustrating to deal with. Whether it's acute or chronic, the first question is to wonder why this is happening. Here are some common reasons behind why you might be bloated, along with some tips for dealing with them. The Most Common Cause - Constipation While there are many different reasons you could be dealing with regular bloating. constipation tends to be the most commo

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You probably already know that a glass of wine before bed isn't a good idea and heard the stories of how alcohol and a good night's sleep doesn't match. So, what are the alternatives? Herbal teas! Best ones are: Chamomile, Valerian root Lavender These are marketed as sleep aids and they are popular beverage choices when it comes time to relax and unwind. Unfortunately, about 30% of people suffer from Insomnia, or the chronic inability to fall asleep, stay asleep, or achieve r

In this age of information, people often know what to do to be healthy. There are websites, articles, podcasts, videos, lectures, webinars, classes and books about exercise and healthy eating within reach of most of us. Essentially, these resources remind us that we need to move more and eat well. Some resources also suggest specific routines to follow, along with step-by-step or bite-by bite-instructions. For most health seekers, however, general knowledge and specific instr

Many people like to set goals, both big and small, that become more like distant dreams they never achieve. Why is that? It is not for lack of willpower or passion, but typically because of not having a plan and failing to set goals the right way. Here are some very common mistakes when setting goals, and what you can do instead. Your Goals Aren't Specific and Detailed If you just have a few random notes about your goals, but not a very specific goal you are trying to reach,

The American Diabetes Association announced the findings of the comprehensive Diabetes Prevention Program. The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) was conducted at over 25 medical centers nationwide and involved thousands of participants who volunteered to have their habits monitored and to follow dietary and exercise recommendations. All participants had been diagnosed with 'pre-diabetes', a condition where the blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not yet in diabeti

If you are looking for easy ways to improve your mental health, such as anxiety, stress or depression, there are many basic strategies you can use. One of them is breathing exercises, which you not only can do anywhere when you need to but can incorporate them into your workout routine. Benefits of Breathing Exercises When you start looking into natural ways to help with your anxiety or panic attacks, relieve stress, or just find emotional wellness, the topic of breathing exe

Have you been using a daily planner for a while, but find that you aren't really benefiting from it? Maybe you are losing interest, or you just don't really see why you should be using it every day. If this sounds like you, it might come down to some common mistakes many people make when using a planner for the first time. You Are Using More Than One Planner This is a very common mistake, often made by people who feel like they need to separate their personal and professional

Are you planning to change your diet to a more whole food plant based nutrition and you want to know which are the right foods to keep your energy levels up and your wellbeing in tip-top shape. Some may think that it’s a little more challenging to do this without common animal-based products, but I would like to differ! Here is a quick list of food ideas to keep you well-fed, healthy and happy! Top foods you should eat regularly These are your everyday go-to’s and should make

A study published in the June 2021 issue of Cancer Discovery sheds new light on how eating red meat may promote the growth of colorectal cancers. Several risk factors have been established for colorectal carcinoma (CRC), yet their direct mutagenic effects in patients’ tumors remain to be elucidated. They leveraged whole-exome sequencing data from 900 CRC cases that had occurred in three US-wide prospective studies with extensive dietary and lifestyle information. They found