Taking care of teeth does not only mean having a beautiful smile. Dental health extends beyond those pearly whites and that is why people, most especially seniors, should take good care of their teeth. Here are a few dental hygiene tips that can make them smile in the coming years.Clean dental implantsAbout 75% of seniors who are at least 60 years old no long have a whole set of natural teeth. Most of them have artificial teeth like crowns, dental implants or dentures. It is imperative to care for these latest smile accessories to make sure they last long. Since dentures and implants are not made of the same materials as teeth, they need to be maintained more than just merely brushing them.When their dentist talks to them about the proper care tips, they should listen and follow their advi
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"As soon as the month is over." "At the start of the New Year." "Once my projects are done, and I have more free time." "After this weekend." The variety of excuses for postponing an exercise plan are endless. You have probably heard at least a hundred variations. You may be guilty of some of them yourself.If so, how many of those times can you say with confidence you stuck to your plan? Did you end up exercising after procrastinating for longer than you should have? To be fair, you may not be like the average person. But the chances this applies to many readers are high since this is a typical pattern.More often than not these plans remain plans or ideas. There is plenty of vision behind them. But the execution or most crucial part tends to be lacking.It is easy to procrastinate or postpo...
Read MorePalm Springs is a popular tourist destination in the United States, only just over one hundred miles from Los Angeles. This destination is set in the Coachella Valley, a desert place brimming with Palm Springs hotels and resorts.This area is a piece of paradise surrounded by rugged canyons and sandy wilderness. Besides being hot and sunny throughout most of the year, the area is home to some of the greatest outdoor experiences and attractions, drawing millions of visitors each and every year.The first thing you will want to experience while staying in the desert is the famous aerial tramway. This rotating tramway will take you on a ten minute journey up Chino Canyon where you can enjoy magical and panoramic views of the surrounding area and enjoy a relaxing meal in the canyon top restauran
Read MoreKettlebells are amazing! Kettlebell workouts are the answer to maintaining and transforming your body into a fitness machine at home without the need for having an expensive club membership.Kettlebells develop superior fitness fast. So what benefits does kettlebell training have for the average woman or man and what size do you start with?I will answer both of these questions and get you started with your kettlebell workouts.The kettlebell trains the body to work as a complete unit and as a result creates true 'functional' strength and endurance. Kettlebell training is a great way to lose weight, tone up those soft areas of the body, and stay in shape. Kettlebells come in many shapes and sizes but that wasn't always the way.When kettlebells re-emerged from hiding in 2001 popularized by Pav
Read MoreBack pain is one of the world's most common health problems. According to the World Health Organisation, it is also in the top 10 diseases and injuries accounting for disability-adjusted life years (number of years lost due to ill-health). It can affect people of any age, potentially affecting their work life and general well-being.Fortunately, there are some simple techniques that you can use to avoid the common causes of back pain. This article will identify those techniques and explain how they can also reduce the level of back pain you are currently experiencing.What are the common causes of back pain?The human back is a complex system of muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments. These components must work together to support the body and enable movement. The spine also contains cartilag
Read MoreRecently, a new patient who had been experiencing chronic pain in her left buttock area, asked me this question on her initial visit: "What is the sacroiliac joint and is it causing my pain?" She had been told by one of her coworkers her sacroiliac joint (SI joint) might be a problem and to see a chiropractor. After examining her we found her SI joint was the source of her pain and I told her to thank her coworker for correctly diagnosing the problem. Fortunately, I was able to provide treatment to correct my patients problem and within a short time she was pain free.The purpose of this article is to explain what the sacroiliac joint is, why it can cause pain and how to correct problems that arise.Let's begin with some simple anatomy. We all know that there is an area of our body called th
Read MoreTrying to decide between the Bowflex Max Trainer vs. a treadmill? The Bowflex Max is a new type of elliptical-stair stepper that's extremely popular right now.But the treadmill is still the most popular type of fitness equipment overall - and also gives you some definite advantages.So which is best for you? Here's a review of 5 key differences between the Bowflex Max Trainer and a treadmill to help you decide:#1 Calorie BurningThe Bowflex Max has the edge here. In studies done in the Bowflex lab, the Max trainer burned up to 2.5 times more calories than a treadmill (or regular elliptical or stair stepper).In fact trial users burned up to 600 calories in 30 minutes. Contrast that to about 100 - 200 calories in 30 minutes that you burn on a treadmill (depending on incline, speed, etc.), and
Read MoreEven living in the UK with its unpredictable weather, the sun will eventually come out and we will want to start wearing skimpier outfits that show off our bodies. The shape of our body determines how our clothes fit us, and what clothes we are willing to wear. We are more likely to wear baggy, shapeless clothes if we have a post pregnancy tummy, love handles or big thighs.Luckily, there is a solution, and vaser lipo treatments are making this possible. Treatments that contour and sculpt the body are continuing to grow in popularity, making vaser lipo one of the most popular cosmetic treatments performed today.Vaser lipo is an ideal way to slim down, tone up and get definition on the body, so we will be able to show off our flesh on sunny summer holidays. Vaser lipo treatment gives us the
Read MoreWhen it comes to bodybuilding or building muscles in general, our body is often limited by our nutrition. And regardless of how hard we train, sometimes we just can't make any progress as we are lacking important nutrients that help us achieve better results. Therefore, people turn to supplements.Supplements are an amazing way to add valuable nutrients that help us build muscle, recover faster or train harder. They boost the results and push our limits, allowing us to make a significant progress with each training.And despite the fact that we all have unique bodies and react differently to some supplements, there are 5 essential supplements that every bodybuilder needs.Whey ProteinWhey protein is a fast-digesting milk protein that helps deliver essential amino acids to the skeletal muscle.
Read MoreTrying to decide between the Proform 995i and the Sole F63 treadmills? Wondering how they're different - and which is best for you?You're not alone. These are both two very popular starter treadmills that come in under $1000.They've also been around for several years now - which is a testament to their popularity and longevity since unpopular treadmill models are usually phased out after a year or two.So how are they different? How do they stack up against each other? Here's what you need to know:#1 ConsoleThere are definitely some console differences between the two treadmills. The Proform 995 console is a bit simpler than the Sole F63 with a LED display and an intensity meter to show you how hard you're working.There are also one touch speed and incline change buttons along with a place
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