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Familial ties are restored, sports teams are victorious, and friendships are strengthened when unity is a priority. And inspirational leaders and thinkers tend to agree. These unity quotes are sure to motivate and encourage you to strive for togetherness whenever possible. Martin Luther King, Jr. said it this way, “We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools.” True unity is experienced and strived for in a number of ways. Read through this collection of moving quotes and sayings by people who truly believed in communal harmony and choose the one that speaks to you. This…
The scheme is an effort to increase the number of NHS Health Checks, first introduced in 2009, that are carried out. As well as targting heart disease, the programme aims to prevent diabetes and kidney disease, as well as some cases of dementia among adults. Health minister Andrew Gwynne said that while over 16 million people were eligible for the check, current data showed only 40% went on to complete one. “This is especially true for men, who are less likely to get early help but who are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease at an earlier age than women,”…
The Biggest Loser trainer Jen Widerstrom is encouraging fans and followers how to be fit, fabulous, and full of energy in their 40s. Widerstrom, 41, shared a video of herself working out in black leggings and a matching top, announcing a new fitness challenge on her Instagram. “STRONG + HEALTHY + Over 40. I would love to teach you how getting older doesn’t have to look OR feel like it. What to do? What to buy? What to eat? What to try? We start MONDAY. The challenge is run inside my app which will give you 40 days free to…
What is morbid obesity (now known as class III obesity)?Class III obesity, formerly known as morbid obesity, is a complex chronic disease in which a person has a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher or a BMI of 35 or higher and is experiencing obesity-related health conditions. The BMI scale is not always accurate, so healthcare providers may use other tests and tools to assess obesity, such as measuring waist circumference.Class III obesity can contribute to the development of several serious health conditions, such as Type 2 diabetes and heart disease. The good news is that class III…
FFS has warned the public that, when opened, the counterfeit vodka may have a strange smell and taste differently to genuine vodka, and therefore should not be consumed. When consumed, even small amounts of isopropyl can be dangerous. Symptoms of isopropyl alcohol poisoning include abdominal pain, vomiting, dizziness, headaches, confusion, slow breathing, and in severe cases, coma or death. Counterfeit products with isopropyl alcohol will smell and taste very different to normal alcohol. READ MORE: FAI to be held into deaths of three people who used same health board FSS said that the scale of distribution of the counterfeit product is still…
Fitness influencer and writer Erin Oprea is sharing a thrilling discovery with her fans and followers: castor oil can lessen the appearance of stretch marks, even ones that are decades old. Oprea posted a video of herself wearing dark green joggers and a matching sports bra, saying she’s been rubbing castor oil on her belly twice a day and can’t believe the results. “I’m in complete shock! I still have some loose skin but I even feel like that has gotten better too. I’m not sure how this actually works but man has it! Has anyone else been using castor…
How many calories should I eat a day?AdvertisementCleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. PolicyIt’s a question many of us ask. And unfortunately, the right answer isn’t, “As many as you want!”But figuring out your ideal calorie count can be almost as hard as turning down a 500-calorie slice of chocolate cake.Many factors go into determining your calorie needs. Your age, weight, gender/sex, height and activity level all play a role. According to dietary guidelines in the United States, adults 21 years…
What is the key to running well and enjoying it as you age? I imagine this intriguing question is asked and answered often by senior runners all over the world. As we leave our youth and the physical abilities that accompany it behind, how do you keep running in a healthy and enjoyable way? These days there are so many runners who are in their forties and beyond. Every one of them, of course, is an individual, and what works for them may be different to the next person. Being not far off 50 now, and eight years into retirement…
Study: Nonlinear dynamics of multi-omics profiles during human aging. Image Credit: tomertu / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Nature Aging, researchers in Singapore and the United States conducted comprehensive profiling of a longitudinal cohort (n = 108) using next-generation multi-omics techniques to reveal the nonlinear dynamics of human aging. The study cohort comprised individuals residing in California between the ages of 25 and 75, followed up for up to 6.8 years (median = 1.7 years). The study revealed that only 6.6% of molecular markers showed linear age-associated changes, whereas a substantial 81% exhibited nonlinear patterns, highlighting the complexity…
I used to be quite fun, honestly. In my twenties, my friends and I went out religiously, the only exercise I did was dancing, and yes, it probably showed. In my early thirties, I flirted with the odd cardio class or shuffled around the park, which turned into entering a 5k race, then a 10k, then, in 2015, the year I got married, the New York Marathon. But things slipped when my first baby arrived. Four years later, after another, I was firmly back at fitness square one, not knowing quite how to start again.I was, however, blessed with a…