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5 Physical Abnormalities and Bad Habits that Affect Good Quality Sleep

A good sound sleep is an indispensable and essential part of human health. Today’s contemporary people are prone to ignoring the importance of sleep and its health benefits. People often stay up late, causing sleeplessness, not realizing that this habit may lead to an increased risk of fostering an onset of a variety of diseases. ...

Emma Lu

A man sleeping on his side with a smartwatch.

Understanding Hunger: A Guide for Health Seekers Who Want to Combat Eating Disorders

Understanding hunger is the pillar for health seekers serious about combating their eating disorders. Once hunger is understood, it becomes simpler to distinguish between the physical need for food and the emotional desire to compensate for emotional stress by binging on food. Understanding the hunger spectrum Most people who attempt to lose weight begin by ...

Viena Abdon

A smorgasbord of food choices.

9 Simple Ways to Stop Overeating

Overeating can pose a challenge if you’re aiming for a balanced diet. However, it’s essential to understand that the definition of overeating is subjective. What might seem excessive to you could be a modest portion to someone else. Recognizing and acknowledging overeating is the foundational step in your dieting journey. Symptoms of overeating include gas, ...

Nathan Machoka

Man holding a burger with a bite out of it.

Eating to Only 80 Percent Full Prolongs Life and Improves Health

As the saying goes: “Often eating eighty percent full prolongs life and longevity.” Nevertheless, Chinese people are very hospitable. It has become a habit to serve an abundance of food to guests so that many people overeat without noticing it. However, overeating is not suitable for the body, leading to obesity, metabolic problems, and many ...

Emma Lu

A food buffet.

Dessert Stomach: The Truth About Why You Always Have Room for Sweets

Have you ever eaten a heavy meal yet still had room for dessert? If so, you’re likely familiar with the concept of a “dessert stomach.” For many years, people have been discussing this “separate area” in their bellies that seems to be specifically reserved for desserts. Let’s take a look at the science behind our ...

Viena Abdon

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Fostering an Obese-Free Environment for Children

Childhood obesity is a medical condition where your child’s weight is above the recommended body mass index (BMI) on growth charts. In children, BMI is age-specific and gender-specific.  Childhood obesity affects children and adolescents. It puts them at risk of developing lifestyle diseases, such as hypertension and diabetes. It can also lead to mental illnesses ...

Nathan Machoka

Childhood obesity.

How to Tackle Overeating and Foster Longevity

Food and its abundance have become a trademark for a developed society. Overeating is becoming the norm and causes little concern to those who enjoy food, except for those who strive for longevity. Studies have shown that coming away from meals being slightly less satiated is far more beneficial for one’s health and longevity. The ...

Emma Lu

Six people having a very large meal.

Lengthen Your Life by Changing 5 Bad Habits

How long you live is not only determined by genetic factors, nutrition, access to medical care, and physical environment, but also by your habits. If you stop bad habits and develop good habits, you can lengthen your life by up to 10 years longer. Stop these 5 bad habits to lengthen your life 1. Staying ...

David Jirard

Two elderly cyclists astride their bicycles stop to give each other a high-five.

Your Dining Habits Can Affect Your Weight and Lifespan

Scientists have found that many diseases originate from bad dining habits. Depending on your diet, it can either increase or decrease your risk of disease later in life. Dining habits linked to obesity About 90 percent of obese people eat too much at dinner, allowing extra calories to develop into fat. Nutrition expert Lawrence J. ...

Emma Lu

Dinner table with grilled steak, grilled vegetables, potatoes, salad, different snacks and homemade lemonade, overhead view.

6 Basic Problems That Cause Overeating

Over the past year of working with people who typically struggle with their weight, I noticed a trend. There are six basic problems that cause overeating. Problems that cause overeating 1. Too much snacking Just because you are a twinge hungry, bored, thirsty, or tired does not mean that you need a snack. Snacks are ...

Raven Montmorency

A smorgasbord of food choices.