As wonderful as reusable water bottles and containers are in terms of the amount of plastic they alleviate, they do present a few flaws. Single-use plastics aren’t something we should be supporting, or, worse, perpetuating through use, but if that is what works for you, I’m not here to make judgment. I do recommend switching … More Feeling crappy? Your water bottle could be the culprit
Electrolytes are arguably a component of your life if you live a relatively active lifestyle. If you do lead an active and busy life and you don’t use electrolytes, consider this post as a gentle, suggestive sign that perhaps you should. I went without them for years and can absolutely notice a difference in how … More What is your go-to electrolyte?
While it is only April, I figure it’s worth dedicating a post to sunburn care. Most people innately associate sunburns with ridiculously warm temperatures that tend to occur in the summer months, like July and August, but for those of us who work outdoors, we don’t necessarily need to wait for the official arrival of … More Here’s how to naturally alleviate a sunburn (part one)
Anytime I think of oatmeal, I can’t help but recall an episode of Brooklyn Nine Nine during which Captain Holt is tasked with officiating a wedding. He is struggling to come up with material for his speech, and in a desperate attempt to deliver a somewhat poetic line about marriage, he offers: “Love is like … More Protein oatmeal: yay or nay?
I, much like most people, I imagine, have conflicted feelings about crying. I’m not someone who cries often, and I very rarely cry because of pain or injury; rather, I tend to shed tears in an emotional sense, oftentimes when I’m feeling quite low, or even very angry. I’ve come to realize, though, that the … More Cry about it (seriously)
Neurodivergency is a concept that has been increasingly appearing in medical terminology over the past few years. For anyone unfamiliar with the term, and in my own words, it refers to someone who thinks and processes information differently than someone who is neurotypical, or, for lack of better terminology, ‘normal.’ Individuals who are neurodivergent are … More Neurodivergency and sports: what is the connection? (part one)
The recent passing of Eric Dane, an actor, has prompted quite a bit of discussion regarding chronic and serious illness and the astronomical care costs associated with both. Dane suffered from and succumbed to ALS, a horrific disease, and from what I have been seeing online, a lot of people are absolutely flabbergasted over the … More Let’s talk about the cost of chronic illness
When I began this mini series, if you will, addressing helpful health hacks to share with all of you, I was not intending to extend the subject into three separate posts. But, because the material I’m referencing is, in fact, useful information, and not entirely abstract to our lives, I figured I would extend our … More Are you familiar with these health hacks? (part three)
The reason I wanted to dedicate the topic of lymphatic drainage massages to two separate posts is because of how relevant they are to most of us. Sure, specific health conditions do warrant eligibility for lymphatic massages to a higher degree than the average, healthy person, but considering how much garbage we are exposed to … More Read this to learn about lymphatic drainage massages (part two)
Today’s post somewhat coincides with yesterday’s; I stated in yesterday’s post how I was recently told I meet the criteria for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and it was at this appointment that I was told I am someone who could tremendously benefit from something known as lymphatic drainage massages. The doctor I saw specializes in Lyme disease, … More Read this to learn about lymphatic drainage massages (part one)
Depression, as most of us know, is a form of mental illness. More specifically, it is considered to be a mood disorder, and it is one that the majority of us have some familiarity with. By familiarity, I don’t necessarily mean experiencing it yourself, but perhaps you know of someone who has or has had … More Recognizing the risks of depression
Anyone reading this post who knows me personally will likely think that today’s content is a wee bit biased, seeing as I married a beef farmer. This is true to an extent; I’m eating more beef since getting married than I ever did prior, and I’m certainly not mad about it. But, having a beef … More Here’s your sign to eat more beef (part one)
I’ve had issues with iron in my body for most of my life. It’s always been on the lower end of the spectrum as opposed to the higher, and after getting some bloodwork done recently, I discovered that, currently, it’s lower than ever before. Rather than throwing back yet another drug, I wanted to see … More Trying to boost you iron levels? Read this first
While it arguably isn’t something we seek out or enjoy, pain is often an inevitable component of life for the vast majority of us. Some of us, unfortunately, experience pain more intensely and more frequently than others, depending on the sorts of things we engage with at work or in our free time, but pain, … More The fascinating subjectivity of pain
Within the past few years, vaping, as a concept, has absolutely exploded in terms of its popularity amongst all sorts of folks and ages. Some people positively despise the idea of vaping, while others fully support it, but personally, I cannot comprehend the logic behind people choosing to vape who have never been smokers of … More Don’t smoke? Then don’t vape
Earwax isn’t exactly something most of us have a strong yearning to chat about, and understandably so. It’s a wee bit gross, despite all of us having it, and while it is a very natural thing to occur within an ear, it can become problematic if a buildup occurs and it begins to block the … More Having trouble hearing? It could be a wax buildup
My older sister, Danielle, is my best friend. She always has been, and I anticipate she always will be, assuming one of us doesn’t piss the other off beyond hope of reconciliation. A lot of people have voiced to us how different we are, and we are inclined to agree. Danielle is more reserved and … More Being overweight doesn’t always mean being unhealthy
Continuing the conversation we started yesterday, today’s post will be an extension of our chat about self-care and how to go about saving some money while still taking care of ourselves. As I said in yesterday’s post, self-care is of tremendous importance; however, many of us refrain from partaking in it because of the cost … More Here’s how to practice affordable self-care (part two)
Sickness is not exactly something we wish to experience. No one particularly enjoys being ill for obvious reasons, so it makes sense that most of us try our best to keep our immune system defences up in hopes of warding off any harmful bacteria that yearns to make its way into our bodies. Unfortunately, though, … More Feeling a cold coming on? Stop it in its tracks with this
Today marks day three of the plague, and if this shit doesn’t sort itself out sooner than later, I think I might have to see a doctor. I keep telling myself tomorrow will be better, only to be severely disappointed, and I don’t know how much more of this I can handle before I literally … More Here’s what to eat if you have Norovirus
I’ll begin this post by acknowledging the fact that I am not a doctor, nor am I a medical professional. Rather, I am an individual currently plagued with something known as Norovirus, and I would not wish this shit on my worst enemy. Granted, my symptoms are amplified thanks to having Lyme disease, but even … More Here’s what to do if you have Norovirus
I first noticed that both of my shoulders had lumps in them a little while ago and didn’t think much of it. My right shoulder, which I refer to as my hitting shoulder in rugby, is worse in terms of the size and number of these hard lumps, and after playing another season this year, … More Bumpy, lumpy shoulders? Read this
I’ve been known to not be the greatest at paying attention to my surroundings. I’ve garnered a number of injuries over the years that I don’t think anyone would be able to achieve (that is not a brag), thanks to being inattentive, and seeing as I work on a farm, this isn’t exactly the best … More Broken toe? Read this
If you’re unfamiliar with what a Baker Cyst is, I am inclined to say consider yourself fortunate. I say this because, if you’ve never heard of such a thing, I suspect you have never had one yourself, and that is no bad thing. Neither of my knees is in great shape, but the right knee … More What the heck is a Baker Cyst?
Illness triggered by exposure to mould is not a new concept by any means. But, as of late, it seems to be working its way into discussions in the medical realm more and more, and personally, I’m glad to see this surge in awareness and education pertaining to mould, because certain kinds really can be … More Mould: more than just a fungus
I would wager that there are more dehydrated people on this planet than there are hydrated ones at any waking moment. Maintaining hydration is something many of us struggle with, usually because we find it difficult to gulp down an adequate amount of water in a given day, and dehydration isn’t exactly something you’re going … More Know the signs of dehydration
I would wager that one in every three women could read the title of today’s post and think to themselves, Yup, sounds about right, without even needing to read the content. That isn’t to say that men might not also think the same thing upon reading today’s title; however, speaking realistically, women are mistreated and … More Recognizing hypocrisy in the mental health realm
Anyone who has difficulty with falling or staying asleep can arguably attest to how damn miserable the experience is. You’re lying in bed, exhausted, and all you yearn for is sleep; however, your brain decides to launch into hyperactivity mode and start planning your schedule for the next three consecutive years. If you are someone … More Can’t sleep? Try this trick
If you’re a resident of Southern Ontario, you are well aware of the hellish temperatures that have bestowed themselves upon us over the past few days. We are experiencing a heat wave, and while the worst of it has passed by this point, there are still several days in the upcoming forecast that will reach … More Heatstroke: do you know the signs?
When most people hear the word ‘tick,’ the thought of Lyme disease arguably comes to mind, and for good reason; specific types of ticks can transmit Lyme bacteria to the host they decide to feed from. Ticks are not a new concept, and they’ve been around for a while now. But, their prevalence is rising, … More Please take ticks seriously
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