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Top 7 Superfoods for Superwomen
Imagine something powerful enough to help you lower your cholesterol, reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer, and even put you in a better mood. No, it’s not a drug. It’s a superfood! And, best of all, these life-changing superfoods are available right now in your local supermarket. Here are 7 superfoods that will benefit you as both a mom and a woman. 1) Blueberries – Antioxidant Superfood
How Much Exercise Do Kids Need?
Physical activity offers kids many benefits, including strong bones and muscles, weight control and a lowered risk for health problems down the road. Exercise in a child’s life also promotes an overall physically active lifestyle they can carry into adulthood. Many childhood activities involve physical activity. You don’t need a stopwatch to get an exact length of time your child exercises each day, but keep the general guidelines in mind if you’re concerned about your child’s activity level.
Scientists Discover HIV/AIDS “Cure”?
An American man is HIV-free more than three years after receiving a stem cell transplant. German doctors believe this is the first cureto be discovered for HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. “Our results strongly suggest that the cure of HIV has been achieved in this patient,” said the study in the peer-reviewed journal Blood, a publication of the American Society of Haematology.
Vaccines Recommended for Children
Vaccines are one of the most important health advances in history, according to the New York Times. As of 2010, there are 13 vaccines recommended for children that protect against serious or fatal diseases. Other vaccines are also recommended for protection from common childhood illnesses such as the seasonal flu and the chicken pox.
Pregnancy Workouts
Pregnancy may seem like the perfect opportunity to adopt a sedentary lifestyle. After all, pregnancy can be accompanied by swollen ankles, back pain and a sense of being overly tired. But according to the Mayo Clinic, there are benefits to exercise during pregnancy, including boosting energy levels, easing back pain, increasing strength and stamina and preventing excessive weight gain. Pregnant women, however, should be cleared for exercise workouts by their health care providers prior to the start of any exercise regimen.