11 Habits of Fit People
Written by Brooke Kittel Do you know people that seem to effortlessly maintain a fit physique? While they certainly pay attention to their diet and exercise regimens, they seem to be genetic “freaks of nature”. In actuality, fit people tend to adhere to several common practices that give their metabolism and physique an extra boost. …
How to Choose the Right Platform for Online Medical Consultation
When you’re considering using online medical services, it’s crucial to know the costs involved. Always ask for a detailed fee structure to avoid surprises later. Payment methods can vary, so check if your provider accepts credit cards, digital wallets, or other forms of payment.
Spinach, A Vegetable Worth Eating?
You may know spinach as the dark green leafy vegetable that can be found in most grocery stores, or you may remember spinach as Popeyes’ fuel. Popeye always had his spinach ready to consume, each bite giving him the superhuman strength he needed to defend Olive. Although the cartoon may have over exaggerated the effect …
When the Gym Strikes Back
Common Sports Injuries, and How to Avoid Them By Healthy Magazine Sports injuries can be tricky business. For starters, you have to distinguish between good pain (general fatigue, muscle soreness, etc.) and bad pain (physical injury), a task easier said than done. Pushing yourself to finish those last few reps is key to achieving any …
The Gender Differences of Heart Disease and Heart Attacks
How heart problems are different for women, and why it matters By Healthy Magazine Staff Men and women are quite different, to state the obvious. But one difference that might not get enough attention is how heart disease often presents itself differently, according to gender. In women, heart attacks tend to occur later in life …
Is airbrush tanning really the safest way to get darker skin?
Written by Lauren Turville Airbrush tanning is a process of applying liquid solutions to the body that imitate a natural tan and act as an alternative to sun tanning. When the substance, which comes in the form of spray, cream, gel or lotion, is applied to the skin, it reacts with dead cells in the …
Farewell, COBRA
What is COBRA? COBRA, an acronym for the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, is a federal law in the United States that enables qualified employees and their dependents to maintain their group health insurance coverage for a limited duration following a significant life event, such as job loss or a reduction in working hours. Under …
Health Insurance Alternatives
Medi-Share: Medi-Share is one of the largest and most well-known Christian health sharing ministries in the United States. It operates as a nonprofit organization and is based on the biblical principle of sharing one another’s burdens. Members contribute a monthly “share” amount based on their age, household size, and health status, and these contributions are …
An Energy Bar Existential Crisis
Why energy bars don’t know what they are supposed to be anymore, and how to navigate Written by Kate Flannery, highstylife.com Is there any among us who haven’t yet tried energy bars? These are bars that you take before exercise. Or was it after exercise? No, wait, they replace a meal immediately after exercising so …
A Brief Overview of Health Coverage Options in Utah
A brief overview of health coverage options in Utah, ranging from national insurers like Blue Cross Blue Shield and Aetna to regional coverage such as MotivHealth and Start Health.
