Dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic has made us feel anxious and isolated during this quarantine period. We are left with a lot of free time because most of us are working from home. The hassle of daily commute has been minimized due to this work setup. With the amount of free time on our hands,
Our lungs are one of the most important parts of the body in everyone’s mind. This isn’t a surprise when our lungs help supply our bloodstream with much-needed oxygen that many of our body’s cells need. By releasing carbon dioxide as waste and bringing oxygen to the body, we can adapt to different changes in
Just when you feel like committing to a gym schedule and finally getting fit, a worldwide pandemic happens forcing you to quarantine and stay at home. If you’re in this situation, then you’re not alone. Thousands of people just collectively groaned when it was first announced that they shouldn’t frequent high-density areas such as gyms
There’s no denying that music is an integral part of our lives. We listen to it to pass the time while we’re in transit, to energize us while we conduct our daily tasks, or to boost our cognitive functioning while we study. However, did you know that music, or more specifically, sound, can affect our
Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, cancer remains one of the top two leading causes of mortality in the United States. That pattern hasn’t changed since the signing of the National Cancer Act in 1971 by then-president Richard Nixon. In 2020 alone, experts believed that at least 1.8 million people would be diagnosed with the dreaded
Springtime is that time of the year when we get to enjoy more sun and milder temperatures. But springtime illnesses are waving in the air and could be stopping your family from enjoying the season. This is why now is not the time to relax. There are things you can do and avoid doing to
Most of us love the idea of having a structured way of living. Of course, it helps one somehow stay within a schedule, from waking up at a certain time, leaving for work, and so on. You may even be one of those people who see to it that they do at least one house
Going home and using a dated, rusty, and moldy bathroom is a surefire way to dampen your mood after a tiring day at work. As much as you want to follow the self-care article saying that you should enjoy an aromatherapy bath at night, your dank bathroom just can’t make that happen. Or so you
Some COVID-19 restrictions on going out of the house were already lifted in some states. The situation is still fluid, though. New surges and the emergence of new strains of the virus led to the extension of restrictions in some areas. Orders can change at any time. During a pandemic, it is crucial to keep
With the unusual circumstances people face right now, many are forced to stay home for their safety. This has drastically changed people’s regular routines. Staying at home can significantly affect one’s health as it often leads to sedentary behavior, resulting in overeating and lack of exercise. Fortunately, there are several ways you can stay in