How often you should do it depends on various factors Ah, washing your hair. There’s nothing quite like the steamy, warm rush of water as you lather your scalp with soft suds. (Cue in steam and sound.) It’s simple to keep hair clean, right? Follow the steps. 1. Wash (get oil + product out), 2. Condition [...]
An indulgent and guilt-free cookie recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth This heart-healthy version of everyone’s favorite cookie is low in cholesterol and high in omega-3 fatty acids. Walnuts and canola oil replace the usual eggs and butter, and oats and whole-wheat flour provide the whole grain. It’s a recipe you can indulge in occasionally [...]
Introduction The current outbreak of Ebola that has been raging out of control for over 1 y in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has brought back painful memories from West Africa about the dangers of the global health security approach. Drawing on the author’s personal experience of working as a medic in both outbreaks, [...]
Public Health England data shows 24% rise in doctor’s appointments for flu Senior doctors have urged parents to vaccinate their children, who are “super-spreaders” of flu, as vital NHS services are being flooded with patients this winter. Medical professionals have said jabs are the best defence against the highly infectious disease which has hit the UK [...]
We live in an age of upgrades. We expect our broadband to be lightning fast, our TV to be high definition – and our food to be super. Search for the word “super” when doing an online grocery shop and you’ll be faced with an array of super berries, super seeds and super grains. Their selling [...]
The Samoa measles outbreak has not slowed down, prompting the government to extend a state of emergency on Saturday to December 29. Over 5,100 measles cases have been reported since the outbreak, with 74 recorded in a recent 24-hour period alone, according to Samoa‘s government. More than two percent of the island nation’s population has been [...]
Skip the shakes and powders and choose these whole foods instead Let’s talk protein. You need it, says registered dietitian Anna Taylor, MS, RD, LD, CDE: “Healthy sources of protein might even decrease your risk for heart disease and stroke.” But how much do you need? And what are the best sources of it? (Spoiler alert: [...]
Liver is now recognized as a nutrient powerhouse, so you may be looking for the best desiccated liver supplement like me. Taking a little extra time in making an informed decision will help you get the best quality supplement and the best value. This post will explain why you might want to consider taking desiccated [...]
Make Sure You’re Ready You’re more likely to hurt yourself if you haven’t been very active lately, so take it slow, even if you feel great. If you’re over 50 and haven’t done regular exercise in a while, or you have a long-term condition like diabetes or heart disease, talk with your doctor before you [...]
Snakes and rodents have been linked to the outbreak of salmonella illnesses that has now spread to six provinces, the Public Health Agency of Canada says. Image by Robert-Owen-Wahl from Pixabay Read more… The post Salmonella illness outbreak linked to snakes, rodents: officials appeared first on Healthier Environment Living Program.
