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Keeping your mind and body in check - popular topics in health and medicine to maintain a long and healthy life.

The Rebounder and Its Effects on Your Health (Part 1)
The rebounder is a unique form of exercise for your whole body in that it will stimulate your entire system at the basic cellular level. You will be giving your muscles, including your cardiovascular system and your lymphatic system, a workout.
By Akash Sharma7 years ago in Longevity
D Day
Finally today I began my treatment (a form of chemotherapy). It has been a long time in the waiting, many hurdles none of my own making however the day has been and gone the first two pills taken. I have not been one for medicines as previously mentioned but I just have to believe this will make a difference. I had been coping with my illness rather well and had been accepting and adapting along with it, even in times of needing to use a wheelchair. Lately however it has been a different story. I learned I had a small window before progressing into a Secondary Progressive diagnosis. It seems my immune system has been attacking me a little harder than initially anticipated. Adaptations have had to be made and considered so this treatment has been very important in the coming. It is the best treatment to date which should (all going well) halt any progression for at least four years and by that time there will be other more advanced stem cell therapy treatments available. It's also quite a commitment to make. Not only is the medication very targeted in shutting down my auto-immune T & B cells—it is also altering my DNA repair structure and I'm committing 18 months of my life to alteration and healing. It's no big deal really, it's just 18 months and soon enough I should be able to travel which I very much look forward to. It just holds off other potentials. This evening I just took a moment and swallowed both pills with the intention of them being a positive influence towards any future possibilities.
By Alaias 7 years ago in Longevity
Is Living Toxin-Free a Luxury?
Today I was presented with an interesting topic: is toxin-free living a luxury? In all honesty, it's really not something I've given much thought about. It's simply something that I just 'DO'.
By Crunchy Mony7 years ago in Longevity
Out of Order—Living with Fibroid Tumors
When a healthcare professional first mentions the word "tumor," it seems the natural thing to do is panic. But we have all learned over the years that is is not necessary. Benign tumors of some sort are often found in most human bodies.
By Katie Schrader7 years ago in Longevity
Adrenal Fatigue or Something Worse?
We hear about ‘adrenal fatigue’ on a daily basis. There are thousands of people in social media groups, making appointments at various doctor’s offices, and self-diagnosing with ‘AF’ because of being tired or showing ‘symptoms’ of Adrenal Insufficiency. This is dangerous for both the individual who feels something is wrong, as well as Adrenal Insufficiency patients.
By Lisa LaRue-Baker7 years ago in Longevity
Key West to Miami
The shock, along with the heavy medication, left me unconscious for at least two, maybe three days. When I awoke, after having the weirdest, most vivid dreams, of which I still remember the weirdest one almost two years later, I knew I was in a hospital after getting hit by a car.
By Emay Tea7 years ago in Longevity
I Had a Stroke (Pt. 2)
Enter ER via wheelchair, at approximately 12:15 pm, Sunday, June 23rd. "Hello sir, can you tell me your name and date of birth?"
By Mark Lewis7 years ago in Longevity
Sedentary Lifestyle: A Curse
Since my medical school teacher introduced me to this smartphone application to track my daily footsteps, I have realized how much of a couch potato I am! 10,000 steps are apparently my daily target; ten is what I actually make. Too little? Let’s count it to 100 to make it sound less dramatic.
By ishwa iqbal7 years ago in Longevity
Dear Self
Dear self, It's been three weeks since your emergency brain surgery and things have been hard. Really damn hard. Today as you were looking into the mirror, I noticed you run your hands over your scars and the air left your stomach. You felt it as I whispered "we are okay" but I don't think you believed me. I want you to understand, that I can't lie to you. Okay, that's not true. I can tell you that another piece of cake doesn't matter if no one sees you eat it, I can say that all of that bull you buy with inspirational quotes that you hang on the walls actually makes us feel better, and I can tell you that the people around us aren't scared to say the wrong thing with every breath but we both know deep down when I'm lying. And today, I'm not. WE ARE GOING TO BE OKAY.
By Aleea Whitmire7 years ago in Longevity
How to Improve and Better Your Health
If you want to live a long life, one of the things you should aim for is to have a healthy body. Deadly diseases are claiming tens of thousands of lives in the whole world every day. Most of these diseases are preventable in nature, and can be entirely avoided by leading a healthier lifestyle. In addition, being healthy is quite easy. Anyone can lead a healthy and happy life without worrying too much about things such as calorie intake. Here are the five simple ways to improve your overall health
By Jade Pulman7 years ago in Longevity
My Life At a Standing Desk
I recently got a standing desk, and it has changed everything for me. I have found that my productivity is higher, my cognitive capabilities are faster, and my stamina is greater. I have sat for the better portion of my life. As we all have. I am a writer, and quite literally sitting at a desk is my job. Over the years, my hips have gotten looser, and my sciatic nerve tighter. I have tried every different desk chair and at the end of the day, I feel like crying. I also suffer from what I call computer shoulder. It's when my shoulders lock-in at my ears, and I have to slowly find my way to the floor for them to relax. It is awful and I was in hell.
By LeLa Becker7 years ago in Longevity
How to Choose a Pain Management Specialist
Treating and managing specific types of pain is best accomplished by choosing a specialist in the field of pain management. There are many things involved when considering the selection of a doctor that treats and manages pain. The following information should help in the selection of pain control doctors.
By Majid Ghauri7 years ago in Longevity