We all need to stress less and relax more. However, with the hectic lives most of us lead today, this is easier said than done.

Nevertheless, there are steps you can take to help you reach a calmer state of mind…

Breathe
Taking a couple of minutes out of your day to practice a deep breathing can have tremendous effect on your stress levels. If you want to take things a stage further you could try meditation to really calm the body and the mind.

Stay off the coffee
Don’t be tempted to combat stress with a caffeine fix. It may give you a short term high but it will ultimately make you feel even more stressed. To relax you need to sooth the body. The stimulants in coffee certainly wont do this. Read the rest of this entry »

Parents should take extra care in selecting toys for young children and supervising their play during the holidays, according to a leading eye surgeon.

According to Dr. Mark Borchert, director, The Vision Center at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, certain toys, such as BB guns, pose a particular danger for young children. “While a BB gun pellet may not break the skin of a young child, it can puncture his eye very easily. Unfortunately, every Christmas I see young children in our emergency room who have had an eye destroyed by a BB pellet.” Read the rest of this entry »

This tested method of stopping an irritating cough that keeps you awake at night is worth a try….

We have all been kept awake by our own or someone else’s cough. ANYTHING is better than antibiotics. Even babies could benefit from this and the parents wouldn’t worry about the safety of their child. And of course, it is harmless and free from any type of side-effects.

READ IT ALL. It works 100 percent of the time, although the scientists at the Canada Research council (who discovered it) aren’t sure why. Read the rest of this entry »

If you are suffering from adult acne you know all too well how it can be very debilitating especially when you have to engage in a social gathering. Let face it some people grow out of their acne and some have it for the rest of their lives. What most people don’t realize is that Acne medicine is geared towards teens who predominately have oily skin, so when adults are prescribed the same medications the affect doesn’t always give the same results. If you are suffering from adult acne below are some ways that you can actively manage it. Read the rest of this entry »

If you are concerned that your baby might have a fever, the best way to check for one is to use a rectal thermometer. This can be a simple procedure that is not too uncomfortable for your little one.

1. If your baby is hot to the touch and feels warm when you kiss his or her forehead, you might want to check to see if there is a fever. This can most accurately be done with a rectal thermometer. It is important that you purchase a thermometer that has a rounded bulb and is specifically termed a rectal thermometer. Read the rest of this entry »

Every scar tells a story — and one we mostly prefer to forget. Most scars fade gradually over a period of a year or 18 months, but almost always leave a mark even if it is barely visible.

And one in three scars becomes a permanent, often unsightly, fixture, retaining a hard, raised ridge of uncomfortable tissue.

Some can even continue to grow long after the healing process.

In a world where smooth, youthful skin is highly valued, it’s perhaps hardly surprising that the psychological impact of scars can be deeply distressing, particularly those on the face, neck, chest, arm or hand. Read the rest of this entry »

Some women experience hair loss as they age, especially when menopausal changes are in effect. Thinning hair (also known as female pattern baldness) can be due to the effects of hair-care treatments, dyes, and styling; the habit of twisting or pulling your hair; or even thyroid disease.

A healthy diet helps the body in its efforts to heal itself.
To maintain healthy hair and help prevent further loss, try these two simple changes:

1. Make sure you’re getting enough omega-3 fatty acids. Eat wild Alaskan salmon, sardines, herring or mackerel two or three times a week, or sprinkle two tablespoons of freshly ground flaxseeds per day on cereal or salads. Read the rest of this entry »