Benefits

Blu Cigs Help Smokers Quit

Blu Cigs Help Smokers Quit

If you have been smoking for years and years, you’ve probably tried stopping that nasty and self destructive habit more than five times in your life.  Statistics show that most long term smokers, up to 78%, have attempted to quit several times, but have gone back to smoking.  The studies do not differentiate between cessation methods, but include samples from people using nicotine replacement therapies like the patches, or gum, as well as those who have used prescription medications (usually an antidepressant) and those who have gone cold turkey.  The past five years have seen great strides made in e-cigarettes — electronic smoking simulators that generate...

Read More

Computer Vision Syndrome

Computer Vision Syndrome

Computer vision syndrome is a vision disorder characterized by eyestrain, headaches, and blurred vision.  it is believed to be caused by the nearness of the eyes to the computer monitors many of us work at day after day.  Yet some people develop symptoms, while others never do.  The human eye is able to adjust to near and distant vision fields without much drama in most cases.  It seems that certain co-morbid conditions amplify the effects of CVS in certain individuals.  There are also people who never experience any discomfort at all from working in front of a computer monitor for extended periods of time, even for years on end. Because Computer Vision Syndrome...

Read More

Dental Care and Your Health

Dental Care and Your Health

If you are a slacker when it comes to caring for your teeth, then you might just want to change your tune.  You see, bad dental care and hygiene is not just hurting your teeth.  That’s right, if you are not properly caring for your chompers you are putting yourself at risk for a variety of diseases that have nothing to really do with your mouth.  Everyday people do things to stay healthy and keep their risks for stroke and heart disease down, but the reality is that these problems can be triggered by improper care of your teeth.  Bummer!  So, know the facts and make sure that you are caring for your teeth.  to show you what you might be at risk for, there is...

Read More

Party Hard Die Earlier?

Party Hard Die Earlier?

I would never lie and say that I have not experienced a time or two where I have not consumed more alcohol than I probably should have, but for all of you who like to party hard a lot, you may have to endure some serious consequences from that eventually.  Drinking, smoking, and staying up so late might even lead to you living a shorter life.  I know that this is something that many people do not want to have to think about, but the fact is, it is important to know that partying does have side effects that can be incredibly harmful. Of course I’m not just randomly on an anti-party kick, but I watched the below youtube video that was posted by National...

Read More

Get Inspired and Get Fit

Get Inspired and Get Fit

It does not matter where you are from or who you are, but it is more than likely that you are in some way or another thinking about getting into shape and possibly losing a few pounds.  In fact, there are very few people who are not looking to become more healthy or drop some weight.  Getting motivated and into a routine for working out seems to be quite difficult for many people though, and I can say that it is also difficult for me.  There are a few ways that you can find your motivation to get to the gym or workout and the best way I have found is through group exercising.  Whether you are a member of a gym that offers classes, or if you have a group of friends...

Read More

Ditch Smoking For Good

Ditch Smoking For Good

Smoking is something that many people have becoming addicted to over the years.  Now more than ever, the risks of partaking in this unhealthy habit are available to everyone who picks up a pack.  The Surgeon General even has a statement on all packs of smokes.  Not only are the ingredients in a cigarette addicting to a person, but the entire habit of actaully lighting up is an addiction as well.  Often times, people will take up smoking shortly after quitting due to the habit of just going out for a smoke break or having a smoke after dinner.  The habit of just doing it can prove to be as addicting as the ingredients if not more so. The fact is that you need to...

Read More