Health

Seasonal flu kills up to 650,000 people worldwide every year: study
19:38 2017-12-15

Seasonal flu kills between 291,000 and 646,000 people worldwide every year, a new analysis of data from 47 countries suggested Wednesday. The number is higher than a previous estimate of 250,000 to 500,000, according to the study published by the Lancet, which excludes deaths during pandemics. “These findings remind us of the seriousness of flu …

Can Cold Showers Really Help You Lose Weight?
11:15 2017-12-15

It used to be that women took cold showers when they were feeling hot (wink wink). But, increasingly more women are taking the plunge for their health—with research linking them to lower rates of depression and anxiety, reduced pain, less inflammation, better immune function, and increased productivity. But can cold showers really help you lose …

5 Things You Need To Know About Sex After Pregnancy
10:38 2017-12-15

You have a new bundle of joy and your world is turned on its head. You’re not sleeping, you’re trying to decode your baby’s cries, and you really can’t even remember if you ate lunch or showered today. But eventually you’ll adjust, and the things that were so normal in your pre-baby life—like sex—will resurface. …

5 things a health coach to the world’s high flyers wants you to know
10:06 2017-12-15

We’ve all joked about needing a Mr Motivator (or Ms Motivator) of our own when it comes to health. Especially toward the end of the year when we can be feeling run down coupled with a slew of Christmas parties, treats and preparations it can feel like good health is always just out of reach. …

8 garden flowers that hold secret beauty benefits
09:15 2017-12-15

Having a beautiful bunch of flowers in your home can really boost your mood, infusing your abode with enchanting aromas and bringing nature inside. But did you know that flowers can also be extremely beneficial in your beauty routine? Mother Nature holds many secrets. Did you know that rosemary can actually darken your hair? Rose …