If you think you are safe at home and cannot be affected by seasonal or indoor allergies, then you need to read this guide. Unfortunately, the indoor environment is host to many allergens, even in your own home. These are usually worst in summers when the dust mites are at their peak, but may be even worse in winters when the windows are closed. Opening the windows would only mean inviting more allergens such as pollen, which could be present outside in even higher concentrations. To make sure that you are breathing in a clean environment, you need to take the following measures. 1. Clean and Circulate the Air in Your House To keep the air in your house clean at all times, you need a whole-home purifier. Premium quality home air purifiers clean up to 95 percent of the airborne pathogens and allergens, such as pollen, dander, and smoke. They can clean the air up to eight cycles per hour, which makes them an excellent addition to your HVAC system since they prevent long-term expenses like medications and doctor’s visits. Another good way to ensure clean air is to purchase an air filter with a high MERV rating. High-rating […]
Month: June 2023
Sedation Dentistry: An Overview
If you haven’t gone to the dentist in years, you are not alone. Research finds that nearly 10% of our population is terrified of going to a dentist, primarily because of the fear of pain. The same research found that anxiety and phobias associated with going to the dentist vastly increase the chance of tooth decay and toothache. Most laypersons are unaware that going to the dentist is no longer the horror story of our childhoods. Thanks to sedation dentistry, dental care—from tooth extraction to whitening—can be administered under painless sedation. Here is all you need to know about dental sedation: What is Dental Sedation? The horror associated with being on the dentist’s chair, surrounded by scary-look dental apparatus is common to nearly anyone who has ever visited the dentist. However, with dental sedation, you can actually relax and calm down during most dental procedures. Dentists administer sedatives (often orally or through nitrous oxide) and local anesthesia as you get operated. Under sedation, you will experience no pain and have little to no memory of the procedure afterward. This makes dental sedation especially ideal for people who have dental anxiety or a phobia. How Will Sedation Be […]
5 Reasons Why You’re Not Losing Weight
Do you ever experience a bittersweet moment when you see a friend transform from fat to fit? You feel happy for them and at the same time; you feel sad about your own self. It’s not like you aren’t trying hard enough. You have changed your diet for good, and you are a regular gym goer. Why is it that they can see drastic results in weeks when you can barely lose a pound in months? In fitness terms, this is called a plateau. Some people hit the plateau after a few months of working out and some might find themselves struggling right at the start. If this situation sounds familiar, there’s nothing to worry about. It is completely normal. There is nothing wrong with you or your scale; there is a lot you can do to take control of the situation. However, it all starts with knowing why you are in this situation in the first place. Let’s start with five of the most common reasons you are not losing weight. 1. You Are Not Eating Enough There is always a chance that you are eating too much or too less. Either way, your progress will suffer. When […]
Epsom Salt Bath Benefits for Weight Loss
Epsom salt bath is a brilliant weight loss solution for those who don't have the time to exercise and still want to stay fit by shedding those extra pounds!
Amazing Healthy Teeth Diet for A Better Smile
Eating good can never go wrong. People that keep a check on their eating habits are a lot happier and healthier than those who pay no attention to what they are eating. What we eat not only affects our body and our brain but it also has a huge impact on our teeth. There is a direct relationship between the eating habits and the oral health of the person. In fact, every time someone goes to the dentist for the dental check-up, they do discuss the impact of their diet on their teeth. It is only fair we give enough attention to the mouth as it really requires it. One major reason why people overlook their dental health is the lack of communication regarding the relationship between the dental health and the overall health. It is probably one reason why people overlook their oral health. But in order to lead a healthy lifestyle, it is important to pay attention to the oral health too. What Food Items You Must Consume and What You Must Avoid for Good Teeth: #1. Avoid Sugar: This is the most important factor that you must pay attention to and that avoids the consumption of sugar. […]
Top 5 Exercises To Increase Breast Size
1. Rotation push-ups These are slight modifications of the standard push-ups and are some of the best exercises to increase breast size. To begin, assume the push-up position on your toes and palms (or on your knees instead of your toes for an easier version). Keep your arms shoulder width apart. Lower your body slowly by bending your arms to the maximum level. Hold and then straighten your arms slowly to the starting position Once you return to the starting position, raise your right arm and follow by rotating your chest to right and then return to the starting position. Follow this same technique on the right breast. This is one repetition. Perform 8 to 12 repetitions. 2. Elevated push-ups These require a little more effort than the rotation push-ups discussed above which is why they have more of an impact on the pectoral muscles. The difference between this and the rotation push-ups is only that you will place your toes on either a bench or steps or some other tool that will keep your feet elevated while keeping your palms on the floor. Repeat the same procedure as used in the […]
How Do I Get Rid of My Rice Belly?
Everyone aspires to have a flat stomach. But losing too much fat on the abdomen can prove to be a hard battle because of factors like diet and lifestyle. With more and more people on the go, having a quick but hearty meal is always convenient. These days, white rice is becoming a popular option; it is filling, easy to cook, and could complement any dish. However, eating too much rice could increase the risk of weight gain and having belly fat. According to Houston plastic surgeon, Dr. Patrick Hsu people who eat too much white rice are more susceptible to storing excess fat around their midsection. “This is because rice is a refined carbohydrate. Consuming it promotes fat storage resulting in the appearance of a ‘rice belly’ along with other health risks such as diabetes and obesity,” he says. For that reason, getting rid of rice belly is helpful not just in giving the appearance of a fit and lean body, but also in improving overall health and well-being. Reducing White Rice The simplest and most obvious solution to get rid of a rice belly is to minimize rice consumption. “Eating refined carbohydrates like plain white rice increases blood […]
Top 10 Health Benefits of Blackberry Leaves
Use of herbs as alternative medicine is on the rise as there is plenty of studies backing up the claims. Here are 10 health benefits of blackberry leaves.
How Can An Orthodontist Fix Problems Like A Crossbite?
Like most people, do you also struggle with having a full understanding of exactly what a crossbite is, or is it a common problem in your family?
4 Benefits Of Having Bigger Breasts
It is important to understand how having bigger boobs can impact a woman’s life if she currently has small breasts. The following are four benefits that may occur due to a larger bust. Increase in confidence Women who go from small to large breasts have been found to also report a simultaneous increase in confidence. Large breasts make many women due to societal influences feel more desirable which then causes a surge in confidence. There are very few sex symbols with small breasts. Most of them usually have large breasts. Larger breasts are also believed to represent greater fertility. Part of this is also due to media influences, movies, etc, that convey that being considered beautiful and sexy requires large, perky breasts. While many women do not want to feel that the media and other outside influences determine how they feel about themselves, many people do want others to have a favorable opinion of them whether you are aware of this subconsciously or not. This is why breast augmentation surgery and various other methods on how to increase breast size naturally are very popular and effective for many women with small breasts. Improvement in appearance For many of us, when we look good […]