Depression and anxiety problems are more common among people who diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, compared to the general population – new research found. US researchers say depression increases in frequency in Parkinson’s patients and is often left untreated. In the study, a team of researchers from the University of Pennsylvania Scho
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Figs have always taken a good spot in the world of natural health. For centuries, they have been used to treat a wide variety of health problems, such as haemorrhoids, diabetes, as well as liver, respiratory and urinary diseases. Whilst dried figs are available throughout the year, nothing really beats the unique taste of fresh figs that are lusciously sweet
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Kids and adults tend to view life in very opposite perspectives. But even though they are less experienced and still have many more things to learn, children can also provide us, adults, essential insights that can make our life better and happier. Here are some of them. Mindfulness boosts mental and physical performance. Kids, especially younger ones,
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There’s increasing evidence that going organic is better for your health. But it is also a known fact that organic foods are much more expensive that regular ones. And even though more and more farmers are growing organic foods, they are still pricey today, and perhaps for the coming more years. If the cost is preventing you from going organic, here a
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To become an effective communicator, you need to learn how to listen as much as you need to learn how to speak up. For most people, speaking is a whole lot easier than lending their ears to listen. But as a speaker, you want others to listen to you, with interest and enthusiasm. Because when they don’t, it really hurts. How good you are as a listener?
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Can’t find motivation to lose weight? Here’s one fact you should know: being overweight and obese puts people at greater risk of developing 10 of the most common cancers, according to a new study. Researchers from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine calculated individuals carrying this extra weight could contribute to more than 12
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You knew something is wrong. So you went out to see a doctor. Later on you found out that you have a mental health condition such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, and the like. You decided to start getting therapy and you are hopeful of the positive outcome. But then your friends and family found out about it. Some of them are clueless of w
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When dieting, it is okay to eat your favourite unhealthy food, as long as you keep it in the right level, new research suggests. Vanderbilt University researchers call the strategy a balance of “vice-virtue bundles” which involves nutritious and not-so-nutritious foods. The focus should be on lowering the portion of the “vice” foods
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You’ve just had your medical check-up and the GP said you’re fine. But there you are again, feeling sluggish and tired when it’s just 10 o’clock in the morning! If you find yourself frequently experiencing fatigue symptoms, one of these top energy zappers may be to blame: You’re into crash diet. It’s true that losing exc
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Reiki is not only one of the oldest healing modalities in use today. It is also one of the most versatile. This complementary therapy works on physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels, and its benefits can be felt by both the practitioner and the client. This non-invasive therapy promotes holistic healing as well as balance and stability. How can Re
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