We know prolonged sitting is a major factor contributing to ill health. Employers often encourage their employees to use proper ergonomic techniques while they work. However, a bigger motivation behind this is that it helps increase productivity. Prolonged sitting increases the risk of heart disease, as it can lead to high blood pressure, high cholesterol…
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Cholesterol level has become a dreaded phrase for most people. High levels of cholesterol, particularly LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Heart disease is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. It is a major risk factor for the development of heart disease. Cholesterol is a waxy substance…
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Did you not meet that plum guy named Santa Claus when you were a kid? No? Maybe because Santa could be seen only by good kids who were not naughty! The image of Santa Claus is a kind and generous figure. His image of rewarding good behavior and bringing joy to children is now a…
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Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder that causes an irresistible urge to move your legs, often accompanied by uncomfortable sensations. We typically know these sensations as creeping, crawling, tingling, pulling, or itching. They are often worse at night. Moving the legs relieves the sensations temporarily. RLS can affect people of all ages, but…
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Tail docking is animal cruelty without any doubt. You might have seen some Yorkies that may have had their tails docked. Tail docking means that they surgically removed a portion of the tail shortly after birth. Tail docking, or surgically removing a portion of a dog’s tail, is controversial and banned in some countries. However,…
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The government of the People’s Republic of China is a single-party socialist state led by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The CCP is the ruling party of China and holds a monopoly on political power in the country. They have organized the government according to the principles of socialism with Chinese characteristics, which combines elements…
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Most of us experience dry and itchy skin during Winter. Winters are often the time of the year when the air is the driest. It is because the sub-zero temperatures freeze the moisture in the air. In addition, strong winds can help to dry out the air by blowing away moisture. During the winter months,…
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Birds don’t seem to feel cold. It does not matter what the temperature or the wind chill is. The birds can still go around their normal business with impunity. One of the main ways that birds maintain their body temperature in cold weather is through thermoregulation. It is the ability to regulate body temperature in…
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Most coffee drinkers are addicted to their brewed coffee. Coffee connoisseurs need to have their desired flavor, texture, and body in their cups of coffee. They would not call that coffee if anything is off the mark by even the minutest amount. It is not for connoisseurs. However, if you have no option for a…
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Sometimes we feel lazy enough not to get up to get a glass of water when thirsty, don’t we? If this is a habit, you should get rid of it now. Even if you feel slightly thirsty, get up and drink water. Ignoring the need to drink water can lead to dehydration, which can have…
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