Fast Food
This informative video shows different aspects of fast food industry and the main health concern, which is obesity. We now present you the poster of fast food mafia…
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Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the cancer of prostate, a small gland of male reproductive system. Unfortunately, it’s the leading cause of death from cancer in men over 75. According to the National Institute of Health, people with higher risk include: African-American men, who are also likely to develop cancer at every age Men who are older
Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin
Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin There are 13 essential vitamins that are necessary for the body to function properly, without them we are a target for diseases and debilitating illness. Today, vitamin deficiency is still a national and international epidemic. Even in the United States, around 90% of Americans have a potassium deficiency, 80% don’t
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The Top 10 Exercise Myths
Can you eat whatever you want as long as you workout? Is cardio the only way to lose weight? Do you have to do cardio in the morning on an empty stomach in order to burn fat? Check out this amazing infographic to find the answers to the top 10 exercise myths.
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Don’t Get Burned!
The fact is that many expensive sunscreens are not as effective as some cheap competitors. This amazing infographic is a useful guide in choosing the best sunscreen for these sunny days.
Quench Your Thirst
The last couple weeks of hot weather has certainly reminded us of the importance of staying hydrated. This fun infographic shows why and how your body sweats and why and how you should replenish its resources. Also it take a look at the pros and cons of various drinks you could use to hydrate yourself.
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Serving Sizes Around the World
More than 1/3 of Americans are obese, and obesity is the leading preventable cause of death worldwide. Part of the problem is diet, but also a huge part of the problem in America is serving sizes. The designers of this infographic did some comparative research on serving sizes around the world. For example: The average
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Mind-blowing Facts About The Brain
[Last Updated: August 26th 2013] The brain is vital to our existence. It controls all our voluntary and involuntary behavior, actions and emotions. It’s the center of our consciousness and perception, and our wonder. Watch this video to see some of the most mind-blowing facts about the brain: The nervous system is classified into 2
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Asthma: triggers and hot spots
Asthma is a condition in which the airways swell and narrow and produce extra mucus, leading to wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. Learn more about asthma in this amazing infographic:
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COPD:Chronic Airflow Limitation
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to long-term lung problems that result in blocked air flow in the lungs. The two main COPD disorders are emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Emphysema occurs when the walls between the lung’s air sacs become weakened and collapse. Damage from COPD is usually permanent and irreversible. According to Mayoclinic, signs
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United States of Organ Donors
Every 10 minutes someone is added to the National Transplant Waiting List. Every donor can on average save up to 8 lives. Every day an average of 79 people receive organ transplants and 18 people die waiting for transplants. The gap between organ donors and people on the transplant waiting list continues to widen. Check
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The Science Behind the Seat Belt
Automotive fatalities rank third in terms of lives lost per year, behind cancer and heart disease. National seat belt use has increased from 69% in 1998 to 84% in 2010. Seat belts are responsible for saving between 12,000 to 16,000 lives a year. Most crash deaths occur within 25 miles of home and at speeds
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10 Healing Herbs
Last updated 10/19/12 This is an amazing poster that shows benefits of different herbs for improved health. Also, great ideas to pair them with other foods to increase their effect. Most of these herbs have been used for centuries in ancient medicines and proven to be effective.
Obesity: Complex, but Conquerable
The United States, and many other countries face a rising and alarming obesity problem. We are quick to blame individuals for eating too much or exercising too little, but in truth, the causes are more complex and involve many factors. Check out this infographic to see some facts behind obesity, its causes and some solutions
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Mapping paid maternity leave
This is a very interesting and somehow disappointing diagram for those who have maternity leave in the United States. Zero days?! Interestingly, Canadian are on the opposite side of the spectrum.
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Food consumption in America
In this infographic you can learn how much food, including beverage, red meat, vegetables, fruits, sweeteners and etc. average Americans consume each year. Among these numbers, enormous consumptions of sugar and salt are more surprising. Source: visualeconomics.com
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Monsanto or organics? Who should you trust?
Genetically modified (GM) food is everywhere. GM food has been a huge risk to health and environment and there is enormous demand to label the GM foods for consumers, by many health advocates. The Monsanto Company is a multinational agricultural biotechnology conglomerate and the world’s leading producer of the herbicide glyphosate, marketed in the Roundup
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The dangers of public pools
It’s the pool season and I can’t wait to jump in the swimming pool. Most of us don’t have a pool in our backyards and we often have to go to public pools. But do we care about the healthiness of the public swimming pools? Unfortunately, reports show that nearly half of Americans admit to
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