aging, alcohol, hydration, inflammation, moderation, nutrition, skin health, skincare

The Dark Side of Alcohol: How It Affects Your Skin and What to Do

The skin is our body’s largest organ; its natural glow usually reflects our well-being and health. Various lifestyle choices may affect your skin, and alcohol is one of the biggest culprits. Its impact on your skin depends on the amount consumed, consumption frequency, skin type, and overall health. If you want to know the effects ...

Nathan Machoka

Various colorful cocktails sitting on a counter.

5 Bad Habits That Are Secretly Stealing Your Vascular Health

Healthy blood vessels are flexible and efficiently deliver blood and nutrients throughout the body. As they age, blood vessels become hard and brittle, susceptible to rupture or clot formation, threatening your vascular health. In this article, we will explore five bad habits that may be stealthily shortening the lifespan of your blood vessels.  The dangers ...

Max Lu

Young bearded man sitting at a desk piled up with books, lost in thought.

What Happens When You Quit Drinking Alcohol?

Many people are struggling with alcohol and drug addiction. Over time, alcohol may ruin your relationships, financial stability, opportunities, and health.  Of course, quitting alcohol isn’t easy. But it’s important to continue your journey to sobriety despite the hurdles. That way, you will reap the benefits of staying sober. Reasons why you should quit alcohol ...

Nathan Machoka

Man holding up his hand to stop someone from handing him a beer in a bar.

Avoid Taking a Shower Under These 7 Conditions

During the cold winter months, people inevitably take a hot shower or soak comfortably in a warm bath. However, unknown to most people, there are times when you should avoid taking a hot shower. Avoid showering in the following 7 situations 1. Immediately after meals After consuming a meal and when the stomach is full, ...

Emma Lu

Bath towels.

Top 10 Ways to Preserve Food Properly

Shopping for a lot of food only to have it spoil is such a waste. You probably know that you need to take steps to preserve food. The problem is that some people preserve food the wrong way. As a result, the food goes bad or loses its flavor and tastes weird. This article is ...

Mike West

Sliced cucumbers and dill in glass jars.

10 Benefits of Giving Up Alcohol

Giving up alcohol can be a daunting task, but the benefits are worth it. You’ll sleep better, have more energy, lose weight, and save money. Plus, you’ll avoid health risks such as liver disease and cancer. So ditch the drink for good and start reaping the benefits! 10 reasons to give up alcohol 1. Heart ...

Jack Roberts

Hand rejecting alcoholic beverage.

Everything We Know About Breaking Addiction Is Wrong

Everyone believes drugs are addictive and once you start taking them, after a certain period you’ll become subject to the chemical hooks of addiction, right? Well, not necessarily. If at a hospital after an overdose, the patient is often given diamorphine — which is much stronger than heroin on the streets. So after they leave ...

Wilma Oakes

Heroin syringe and pills.

What Are the Top 5 Chinese Inventions?

In its long history, there have been many spectacular Chinese inventions. Here are my top 5 favorite Chinese inventions 1. Silk Silk is one of the greatest Chinese inventions. The history of silk began 5,000 years ago with a Chinese legend. Empress Leizu, who was the wife of Emperor Huang Di (also known as the Yellow Emperor), was ...

Emma Lu

Chinese-style painting with water and bridge in foreground and misty mountains in background.

5 Points to Nourish and Protect the Liver

Modern life is fast-paced and stressful. People are busy with careers, family, friends, and more. As a result, they may consume an unhealthy diet, eat late at night, stay up too late, smoke, and drink alcohol, lifestyle habits detrimental to the liver. To try to compensate, people may take healthcare products indiscriminately, potentially adding to ...

Raven Montmorency

It's important to maintain a healthy liver.