Author: Guest Writer
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Why Are Chronic Pain Patients Turning To Medical Marijuana?
Marijuana’s popularity among US adults continues to grow. This can be explained by its changing legalization status in various parts of the country. Marijuana is used to treat numerous medical conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease, appetite loss, and cancer. As America is becoming more accepting of medical marijuana, there have been many debates concerning what…
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Hygge: What it Means and How to Practise It
There is no time like the present – and over the past year, we have become more aware of time passing than ever before. It’s fair to say that our day-to-day lives have drastically changed within the last year. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect nations across the world, adapting our everyday routines to…
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Six Simple Facts About Psychiatric Nursing
Longevity Live Paid Content. People, regardless of their age and gender, face several psychiatric problems. Moreover, it would not be wrong to say that identifying a mental illness often becomes quite complicated. Common symptoms such as depression, phobia, anger, and stress fluctuate from person to person. Often, pinpointing the root cause is also challenging as…
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A Guide to Ethical & Online Shopping in Lockdown 3.0
Longevity Partner Content. As we continue through another lockdown, we’re forced back to online shopping as non-essential retailers close their doors once again. Yes, we might be tempted to order from the giant corporations that can guarantee delivery the next day. However, we must stick to our guns and shop ethically. While sites like Amazon…
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Anti-Aging Tips To Set The Clock Back 10 Years
Growing old is hard. The aging process is not kind on us. The worst bit is, age creeps up on you so quietly that you don’t even realize it until one day you look in the mirror and barely recognize yourself. However, all is not lost. Practicing healthier habits can positively affect the aging process…
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Finding Self-Empowerment Through Beauty During the Pandemic
Getting ready to go out seems like a long-forgotten memory. Establishing a beauty routine, putting on makeup, and selecting that perfect outfit that is sure to impress others – it’s been a while since beauty has taken such a performative nature. Despite this, many of us have found our beauty regimes to be more important…
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8 Potential Signs You Have An Anxiety Disorder
It’s not unusual to experience feelings of anxiety or worry from time to time. However, for some people these feelings can be ongoing and debilitating. Anxiety is a normal part of life, and so it may not always be simple to distinguish when it may have developed into an unhealthy preoccupation. Sindisiwe Mlotshwa, counselling psychologist…
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An Optometrist Explains Digital Eye Strain And What To Do
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to many more people working from home on digital devices. This means more screen time and less mobility. Digital eye strain is increasingly common. Unfortunately, it can happen at any age. It also has long-term health and productivity consequences, if not addressed. Edna Martin, Optometrist.Dip. Optom (SA) FOASA MCOptom (UK)…
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Improve Your Mood, Flexibility & Stress
You can improve your mood, flexibility, and stress levels easily. How? Simple really. Regular yoga practice is not only about finding and maintaining that balance in one’s life, it’s also a great way to improve your general sense of well being and health. Here are just a few good reasons to add yoga to your…
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6 Tips For Planning a Wedding During COVID-19
Pandemic has brought quite a lot of changes in our approaches towards life. It has not only disrupted and entirely changed our day-to-day life but has also had a significant impact on major events of life, such as a wedding. You may have taken up personal loans, booked places, or bought stuff. In that case,…