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Health checks when your body speaks to you »
Recovering from a cold or a mild fever without taking medication indicates your body is capable of curing minor illnesses because it is built to fight infections. But sometimes a mild fever may turn out to be a big one which may be a way for your body to let you know that something is [...]
Keep Your Immune System healthy »
When it comes to health and preventing illnesses, the good old proverb comes to our mind, ‘Prevention is better than cure’. To prevent our body from infections and illnesses, we need to keep our immune system fit and strong. We are often exposed to a lot of germs, dust and a lot of infections in [...]
Should I get a flu shot this winter? »
Influenza, AKA Flu, is not just the usual colds. The virus that causes flu is very contagious and sometimes so strong that it can lead to severe illnesses such as Pneumonia, Bronchitis, Ear infections and other flu-related complications that can become life-threatening. Additionally, the self-limiting characteristic of a virus makes flu at some point an [...]
The benefits of manuka honey »
Since the time of the Ancient Greeks, honey was used for its medicinal properties. During the World War II, it was utilized as an antibacterial agent for treating wounds. And now, after thousands of years, it continues to provide us with wondrous healing miracles. The advent of antibiotic drugs and other medicines during the 20th [...]
Ways to prevent osteoporosis »
There are a number of ways to prevent osteoporosis and your chances of acquiring osteoporosis can be decreased when you modify your diet and lifestyle. Here are some ways that will help you prevent osteoporosis: 1. DIET >Drink milk products that are low in fat like skim milk, nonfat yogurt and reduced fat-cheeses (except cottage [...]