We all have heard about the therapeutic properties of the cannabis plant in the form of marijuana for cancer patients. Researchers have been looking into its potential medicinal properties for quite a while, and they have come up with an alternate in the form of CBD oil. It is much less controversial as part of the allure is it will not get you high.

The world of medicine has improved tremendously with the development of imaging techniques such as MRI scans. An MRI scanner uses magnets to produce images of different parts of the body. The visualisation produced by MRI scans has the ability to detect even the smallest changes in the body. For example, if used to scan the brain, MRI machines can create images of abnormalities related to conditions such as trauma or stroke.

When the autumn and winter seasons come, most of us tend to get sick and the sad fact is, most of us consider this a given. It’s a way of life and normal to become sick during the colder seasons, but it doesn’t have to be this way. You can still be in good health even if it’s cold and freezing and damp and windy outside. By being more conscious about your health and what you do during the cold seasons, you can avoid getting sick and actually feel better and more energised. Here’s how to have better health when it’s cold outside.

If you love the holidays because of the decadent foods and drinks that are typically served up this time of year, you might have trouble practicing self discipline. Just one eight-ounce glass of rum infused eggnog contains more than 400 calories. Hot chocolate is almost as fattening, especially when you add on the whipped cream and marshmallows. If you want to make it through the holiday season without going up a dress size, check out these delectable drinks that are both festive and fun. Try this classic lemon drop recipe and you won’t feel guilty when you fill up your glass for a second round. There’s also the Absolut spiced pear mojito that has a hint of cinnamon and other wintery flavors that will have you asking for more.

How do you know you have a hip problem? Often, it can be because, when attempting to ascend or descend stairs or put on socks, you suffer pain in your bending knee. If this happens, you should book an appointment with your doctor to put yourself on the path to having a hip problem diagnosed and treated. Here are the stages you should go through.

Workouts only have expected results when you follow the necessary requirements. Hitting the gym all day is of no use until you are eating the right food, drinking enough water and doing multiple exercises as well. By following the right guide, you can boost the outcomes of your efforts. When it comes to gaining perfect health and fitness, there are two ways; either to join a fitness center or become a fitness trainer. Now, it’s easier than the past to become a fitness guru. All you need is doing a bit of research and Orgym, quite a reliable platform for online fitness training, experts let you explore a lot, provide qualification guide and help you achieve success in a short time. Let’s check what common mistakes you all make in workouts and how you can avoid these.

Personality and behavioral changes are inevitable among dementia patient. And watching a loved one’s attitude towards you change so drastically can be painful. Caregiving specialists at Ashton Grange, renowned west Sussex nursing homes, advise family members to not take a patient’s misbehavior personally and handle these challenges creatively, flexibly and with a sense of humor.

However, these behavioral changes can often cause inconveniences to both the patient and the caregiver, and should therefore be dealt with strategically. Read on to find out how.

We have all heard about juicing and other types of cleanses and how they can help people who have been living in an unhealthy way. But are these cleanses worthwhile for those who want to lose weight and will they help you achieve better overall health? It is an important question, and we are going to investigate the different types of cleanses, and how they work.

Okay, so first we’ll mention the elephant in the room. You know, that work you can do with your significant other; and yes at the right time, with the right person and practiced safely, it is a great work out – there’s no denying it. But now, that’s out of the way, phew, we’ll move on to some other ideas for fitness activities:   

It is rather surprising to see that unlike earlier times, when couples used to face major social challenges in their life, today’s couples, participating actively in social media, are carrying excess baggage out the home, facing more challenging situations in life. Little wonder then that we look back longingly on our life before marriage!