2014

How The Internet Has Enriched Survivors' Ability To Respect The Dead

The internet helps people not only in all aspects of life, but also in death. Recent technological advancements have improved upon traditional memorial methods, allowing people to pay respects in ways that were never before available.  Headstones, Historically History reports that the Puritans introduced the idea of grave markers on the American continent sometime during the 16th century. These grave markers foreshadowed a bleak afterlife and served as warnings for the living.…

3 Signs You Could Have PCOS

When it comes to female reproductive health, any little thing that happens (or doesn’t happen) can be a sign of a much bigger problem. And some conditions affecting the female reproductive system have signs and symptoms that are easy to miss or mistake for other things - especially polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Here are three signs that you could have PCOS. 1. Missed periods Generally speaking, if you only miss a period every now and then, that is not necessarily a sign you have PCOS.…

What Is Psoriasis And How Did I Get It?

If you are living with the skin condition known as psoriasis, you may feel like hiding instead of meeting your friends to have a good time. Understanding psoriasis is the beginning of taking control and managing its effects. There is no cure, but there are a variety of treatment options, depending on your specific type of psoriasis. What Kind Do I Have? As reported by the National Psoriasis Foundation, there are five types of psoriasis, each with its own distinct identifiers as follows:…

How to Tighten Your Skin After Liposuction

Liposuction is a great way to remove excess fat pockets that you were unable to get rid of during diet and exercise. It is not recommended as an alternative to losing weight the healthy way, but if you have a little extra fat, such as in the abdomen, love handles, thighs, or arms. Since it is such a rapid loss, it can take your skin a while to recover. If you are struggling with loose skin after liposuction, the following remedies can help.…

How To Whiten And Brighten Your Smile

You want a smile that lights up a room, that gets you noticed for all the right reasons, and that makes you proud. However, if your teeth are yellow or stained, you do not have the confidence in your smile’s radiance that you would like. Lucky for you, there are numerous options available today that will help you whiten and brighten your smile sooner rather than later. All you have to do is know what options are out there and get started.…

4 Things Your Personal Trainer Wants You To Know

Have you ever wished you could take a peek into your trainer’s brain and find out what they’re really thinking?  Hopefully you two have a good working relationship and open lines of communication, but here’s the thing; your trainer may keep some comments to themselves, because they don’t want to inadvertently discourage or upset you.  So whether you’re brand new in the weight room or long time gym rat, here are four things your trainer would like to tell you, but can’t.…