According to some recent studies, it would appear that one’s outlook, attitude, and philosophy towards life holds a greater influence on physical well-being and longevity than initially believed. The main theory to explain this is that a positive outlook has a strong influence on mental health and subconscious actions, theoretically leading people away from self-destructive lifestyles. Another is that positive thought has a direct influence on a person’s physical being, likely through chemical responses.
Cheers To A Healthy Lifestyle!
While it is true that moderate alcohol intake offers some benefits such as longevity and healthier life, too much consumption can offset all these potential benefits which could lead to serious health conditions.
Attacks Of Random Pain
Muscle cramps are among the many minor little annoyances or problems that a person has to deal with on a daily basis. While not debilitating or entirely disruptive, they can sometimes come at critical moments, such as in the middle of an intense physical activity. There are multiple ways to alleviate the problem, with almost all of them being relatively simple tasks that can be done without the need of a doctor or anyone else.
A Look at the Thalidomide Tragedy
During pregnancy, doctors advise their patients to be extremely careful in taking medications for fear of causing harm to the unborn child. Some drugs can cause birth defects or death in a fetus. One example of this is the tragedy of the thalidomide babies.
A Rare Case of Male Breast Cancer
Breast cancer in men may be rare but it doesn’t mean they are no longer susceptible to such condition. Several genes may contribute to breast cancer and based on studies, certain populations with an unusually high proportion of people carrying BRCA2 mutations may have a higher incidence rate of breast cancer in men.
A Tree Root for Your Manly Root
Sexual impotence is a distressing condition which affects many sexually mature males, more commonly when they reach middle age. It can be caused by different factors that may be rooted in either physical or psychological conditions, or both. It can be treated by taking medications orally or through injections.
Alcohol and Pregnancy: Not As Bad As Assumed?
Medical science has always been keen to warn pregnant women to avoid drinking, because it may cause growth defects on the fetus. However, a recent British study has challenged that claim by reevaluating the previously conducted studies and making investigations of their own. For the time being, the results areinconclusive one way or another, but more research is to follow.
All Bones About It: New Treatment For GVHD
Bone marrow transplants have been part of the milieu of potential treatments for cancer for decades, but that does not mean that there are no side effects. Graft-versus-host disease is among the most common and most damaging problems that the transplant can cause, particularly because the medication that treats it can cause side effects that require further medication.
And Yet More Benefits For Wine Drinkers
The positive effects of drinking wine are well-documented, though recent studies are showing that there may be more benefits than initially believed. A Spanish research team recently discovered that drinking red wine regularly may reduce the chances of blood vessels becoming inflamed, apart from other benefits.
Acne Treatments: The Cheap Option Or The Potent Stuff?
Acne is one of those problems that everyone has to deal with sooner or later. The question of whether to pick the cheaper over-the-counter treatment over the more potent prescription medication can sometimes be a difficult choice. Both have advantages and disadvantages that must be considered.
Understanding the Risks of Liposuction
Liposuction is one of the more popular plastic surgeries given the heft of most Americans. As with any surgery, there are risks you should understand