It’s a common scenario: the high school reunion where, despite everyone graduating at the same age (except for that one friend who took a little longer), some appear ready to retire while others seem perpetually youthful. What’s the secret behind this difference? Recent research suggests that individual aging is influenced significantly by various factors. Genetics […]
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It can be hard to imagine getting through the day without at least one cup of coffee. It can be harder to concentrate, you may find yourself being less productive, and you may even have painful headaches to top off all the other unpleasant pregnancy symptoms when you try to stop. But having too much
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Cortisol is the primary hormone that is released by the body during the times of the stress. It is a steroid hormone released by the adrenal glands and it plays various bodily functions such as controlling the levels of the blood sugar. Cortisol is high in the blood in the morning but gradually decreases as
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Box breathing is a relaxation technique which is powerful yet simple and brings back breathing to the normal rhythm. This breathing technique can help you to relax the body, improve focus, and clear the mind. This technique is easy to do, quick to learn, and it is very effective for you in stressful situations. For
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7 Warning Signs of Stress Sickness You Should NEVER Ignore Each and every person has a limit of stress sickness levels they can hold. Sometimes it can become disparaging or even fatal. The good news is that you can overcome stress. While there are numerous emotional and physical symptoms associated with stress, there are a
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What Tea You Should Be Drinking Based on Your Blood Type! Your blood type is essentially your own personal biochemical ID kit. While some believe it is nothing more than a letter or two, in actuality these letters are your genetic heritage and can connect you to your ancestors and show you where you come
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How To Turn Off Hormones that Are Causing Weight Gain! For years it has been ingrained in our minds that issues regarding weight have to do primarily with exercising habits and calorie intake. However, new studies are beginning to surface, revealing that being overweight is often linked to our hormones acting up. Here are some
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Your Brain Is Able To Produce New Cells Through Neurogenesis. Here are 5 Ways to Improve Cognition I can remember being in school hearing teachers harp about drinking and how it kills brain cells. The teachers then would always say, “You’re only born with so many! It’s not like you can create more.” Thankfully theory has been disproven! We
6 Fast, Easy Ways To Reduce Stress and Lose Weight Using Tea Being overweight can lead to a variety of health issues. Unfortunately one of the reasons people gain weight is because of stress. Stress can lead to increased levels of inflammation and hormones like cortisol. Cortisol is sometimes referred to as the belly-fat hormone.
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8 Simple Steps That Lower Cortisol Levels & Increase Weight Loss! By PositiveMed-Team Edited By Stephanie Dawson What is cortisol? Cortisol is the primary stress hormone secreted by the 2 cap-sized glands that are located on top of your kidneys in response to stress. It has been described as a low-grade adrenaline. This hormone to
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The Adrenal Glands –by Dr. Michael L. JohnsonThe adrenal glands are small, triangular glands located on top of both kidneys. An adrenal gland is made of two parts–the outer region, called the adrenal cortex, and the inner region, called the adrenal medulla. The function of the adrenal glandsThe adrenal glands work interactively with the hypothalamus
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