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Man With PTSD Support Owl Inspires Others

Jaylo Miles is determined to make the lives of people coping with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) better. Interestingly, he is not alone in his efforts. Jaylo is accompanied by Louie — his PTSD support owl. Millions of women and men cope with different types of mental disorders and trauma such as PTSD, but few can ...

Raven Montmorency

Jaylo Miles and his support owl.

Heed These 8 Potential Early Warning Signs of Cancer

Receiving a diagnosis of cancer is never easy. To make matters worse, various types of cancer are often found to be at an advanced stage by the time they’re diagnosed. One reason for this is that the early warning signs of cancer are often not obvious. Another reason is that people frequently ignore the early ...

Tatiana Denning

Young woman with cancer holding her shaved head.

Do You Know the 4 Ways How Not to Drink Tea?

Light tea is the classification given to green and white tea. Drinking light tea every day in moderation is beneficial to your health. Drinking tea correctly is to take advantage of even more of its benefits. Knowing how not to drink tea is an important part of gaining the most benefit from your tea. Tea ...

David Jirard

Teapot, cups, and a serving dish.

3 Foods That Reduce Uric Acid Buildup in the Body

Every day the human body generates about 600 mg of uric acid, which is a normal by-product of metabolism. The body excretes uric acid in sufficient quantities to ensure that what remains in the bloodstream is in balance and will not lead to uric acid buildup in the body.  In some cases, however, the uric acid stays in the human body and causes high concentrations, ...

Helen London

Tofu and soy beans on a kitchen table.

16 Longevity Tips From Traditional Chinese Medicine

In China, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has a history that goes back several thousand years. TCM is a complex system that covers all aspects of life and health, including longevity tips. 16 longevity tips for a healthier and longer life 1. Comb your hair frequently It will help to brighten your eyes, dispel pathogenic wind, and let your hair ...

Emma Lu

An elderly Chinese man in a blue suit and glasses weighs out ingredients for Traditional Chinese Medicine.

7 Powerful Anti-Inflammatory Foods

Something all of us get at some time in our life is inflammation and we don’t want this staying in and around our bodies for too long. It’s because all diseases have an inflammatory component to them. There are recognized anti-inflammatory foods that can help. One of the essential components in maintaining your true health ...

Sheridan Genrich

Woman wearing a blue shawl holding her wrist.

Best Eating Habits to Shift Chronic Stress

Your eating habits have the power to shift some of your ongoing chronic stress and support not only your physical health, but also your mental health. Chronic stress is the number one reason people get sick. While much of what happens to you is out of your control, how you react is in your control. ...

Sheridan Genrich

A woman eating a meal at a table.

What Do You Know About Dragon Fruit?

Known for its fascinating fiery-red look, dragon fruit (also known as pitaya or pitahaya), is a popular tropical fruit belonging to the family Cactaceae. Believed to be indigenous to Central America, it is a vining cactus with long and flattened leaves and can be found in all tropical regions around the world. Please watch the ...

Billy Shyu

Dragon fruit plants with their large white flowers.

Maintaining Mental Health During COVID-19 and Beyond

Mental health is essential because it is a vital part of life and impacts thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Mental well-being also includes psychological and social well-being. Mental well-being is vital throughout all stages of life, from childhood and adolescence to adulthood.  Mental health conditions can have a substantial effect on all aspects of life. Therefore, it ...

Katrina Hicks

A sad man wearing a blue.