Mack’s Pillow Soft Silicone Earplugs: Blocking Out the World in Comfort We all need a quiet respite from the noisy world sometimes. But for those with noise sensitivities or hearing loss, blocking out sound can be a daily necessity. Finding earplugs that are truly effective yet comfortable for long-term wear can be a challenge. That’s … Read more
There are many benefits to following a plant-based or vegan diet. It allows people to enjoy fresh, organic and guilt-free ingredients. However, some worry that eliminating animal products could lead to nutritional deficiencies over time. While many argue that a well-planned plant-based diet contains all the necessary nutrients, taking targeted supplements provides extra assurance. Four … Read more
What is asthma? Asthma is a chronic inflammatory lung disease which causes breathing difficulties. In 2015, the British Lung Foundation reported that 8 million people in the UK (12% of the population) have been diagnosed with asthma, although only around 5.4 million are currently receiving treatment. The UK is near the top when it comes … Read more
Globally, 1.62 billion people are affected by anaemia which is approximately 24.8% of the population. The highest is among preschool children at 47.4% and the lowest is among men at 12.7%. That said, how many people really know what anaemia is or if they are affected by it? And how can you tell if your … Read more
Rosemary essential oil is one of the most popular essential oils on the market, with a wide range of health benefits. It has a strong, sweet, herbal aroma that is believed to have a calming and soothing effect. Rosemary essential oil has long been used in aromatherapy, skin care and even food preparation, but recent … Read more
There are four major blood types: A, B, AB and O. Knowing your blood type can help you understand the foods you should eat and the medicines you should take. The ABO system is a classification of blood determined by the presence (or absence) of certain antigens on the surface of red blood cells. People … Read more
Your blood type is determined by genes inherited from your parents. In the UK, about 30% of the population has A positive blood. This makes it the second most common blood type after O positive (36%). Blood type distribution by country is not always the same. In Germany for example, the A Positive blood type … Read more
Chilblains, or perniosis, show up as tiny itchy swollen bumps on hands or feet when it’s cold. Cold temps make small blood vessels near the skin shrink leading to sore and puffy skin. CCS Swedish Foot Cream has a special mix to ease your feet’s chilblain pain. This cream uses natural stuff like urea lactic … Read more
Blood types are classified based on the presence or absence of specific antigens on red blood cells. These antigens are identified as A, B, AB, or O. On top of that, each blood type can be either Rh-positive or Rh-negative. O negative is one of the rarest and most valuable blood types, and it is … Read more
Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects millions of people around the world. It occurs when the body cannot produce enough insulin or can’t use it effectively, resulting in elevated blood sugar levels. There are several different types of diabetes, which can all have different symptoms and require different treatments. Type 1 diabetes is … Read more
The liver plays a key role in the human body by cleaning toxins from the blood. Drinking too much alcohol often harms the liver. The upside is that the liver can grow back, so quitting alcohol helps the liver get better. When someone stops drinking, their liver can work on fixing the harm from alcohol. … Read more
What is the Valsalva Manoeuvre? Ever felt that uncomfortable pressure in your ears during a flight? Not nice, is it? Well here’s something that might help, the “Valsalva manoeuvre”. This easy-to-learn breathing technique isn’t just for unclogging your ears – it’s a handy technique that doctors use to restore heart rhythms and even diagnose nervous … Read more