Health

Our lives are defined by a lot of factors like behavior, personality, character, and whatnot. But one of the most overlooked aspects is our habits. What we subtly do outside of patterns and practice also determines our quality of life. Sometimes we are not conscious of a few bad habits that may seem harmless but they can really impact us in the long run. We believe that it’s time we nipped those routines in the bud and began improving our lives by changing one bad habit at a time. Read on to find out more.

An estimated 30%-50% of adults breathe through the mouth, something that could be way more damaging than we imagined. Our noses have internal hair that filters out dust and allergens, a protection our mouth doesn’t offer. But it’s not only our health that might be in danger, but also our appearance and even posture might suffer due to this habit.

We often underestimate the presence of germs in our households. While we believe that toilet seats and kitchen sinks are the sources, but little did we look at our towels. We tend to use them on a daily basis, wiping our body and face off, and seldom washing them in our laundry routine. Apart from using a clean towel daily, we’ve listed many more daily towel habits we can change to have happy hygiene. Read on to know more.

While some people have normal hair growth, there are also many who go through excessive hair growth in unwanted places. This condition is known as hirsutism where a person gets dark and coarse hair around their face, chest, and back. Sometimes this issue can cause repetitive trips to the beauty salon to get these unwanted hairs removed. However, we’d love to suggest some tips below that can help you with the same with no hassles.

From their sleeping habits to their approach to exercise, the Japanese have developed practices that differ from the rest of the world. Today we investigated the reason behind the most unusual habits and practices that you’ll only find in Japan. And there’s an interesting bonus for you at the end of the article.

Some find that a shower in the morning serves as a way to freshen up and start the day, while others see a shower at night as a way to relax and unwind. Another category prefers to skip the daily showers altogether because it causes dryness. We did some research to find out how often we should cleanse and what factors we should take into consideration.

You must have noticed that some people have multiple kids, all or most of the them of same gender. While someone could attribute this phenomenon to luck, science isn’t letting anything to luck. There have been many researches and studies that try to find a reasoning behind this occurrence. And we have gathered some of their findings.

Depending on your lifestyle, your shower schedule might be different from that of other people. For example, those who go to the gym daily, will most probably shower every single day. Also, some people tend to wash their hair every other day when others wash it 2 times a week. We are here not to tell you what you should do, but just to inform you of the negatives you might notice if you shower every single day of the week.

Most of us have noticed small, white, pearly bumps on our skin, but didn’t know what they were or what to do about them. These bumps are called milia, and they’re a common skin concern. In this article, we’ll explain what milia are, what causes them, and how to treat them so that you can say goodbye to these pesky bumps once and for all.

Toilet paper is the preferred way of most people around the world to clean themselves after using the toilet. However, there are people who find it better to use bidets instead. Maybe toilet paper is harming them in various ways or they just think it’s cheaper to use fresh water. We decided to show you some reasons why people around the world have ditched or would like to ditch toilet paper.

In a recent survey, 30% of the people asked said that they were diagnosed with a sleeping disorder. This percentage is massive and it shows how everyday life and stress keeps people up at night. And while adults need to sleep between 7 to 9 hours, some of you might be getting more than 5 hours every night. We are here to give you a few ideas about the reasons why you have trouble sleeping and staying asleep during the night.

People’s skin starts to age at the age of 25, where the first fine lines and wrinkles start to make their appearance. The elasticity is also not the same after that age and there are various reasons why all these things happen. Of course, genetics, poor blood supply and hormonal influences are major reasons for aging but there are also other things that we do every single day. Maybe some habits that are contributing to the appearance of aging signs.

There are many reasons people can have sleep issues, including sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, night terrors etc. But sometimes, even people who have no trouble sleeping come across other issues, such as eye creases and back problems. There is always a reason for everything that happens and we are here to talk about some facts about sleeping that might transform the quality of your sleep.

Coffee is one of most people’s favorite beverages that they drink at least once every day. Apart from being very pleasant to consume, it has a large number of positive effects on our health. For example, it’s been linked with a lower risk of depression and could possibly help you live longer. While these benefits could only be viewed in the long run, there are other positive effects that could be seen a lot quicker.

Clothes like underwear and socks are generally tossed in the laundry basket on a daily basis. But items like blouses, shirts and jeans can be worn more than once before they have to be washed. While there are always exceptions to that, what we can be sure of is that jumping on the couch or the bed with your outside clothes can’t be good. Germs and other bacteria will definitely spread and therefore create bigger problems for you.

When it comes to breastfeeding, there are women who choose to do it and those who choose not to. While not every woman has a great experience with it, many say that they enjoy the bonding experience between them and their baby. It’s one of the most calm and nurturing moments of the day and try to enjoy it as much as possible. And besides this aspect, there are also many benefits that both the mother and the infant enjoy.

Skincare is often believed to be so expensive that not everyone can afford to apply the products their body needs. However, it shouldn’t be this way if everyone was aware of their skin’s needs and which ingredients will be beneficial. And sometimes natural ingredients that you might have in your home right now are better than even the most pricey cosmetic product. But before applying anything on your face and skin, you should better contact your doctor and ask them about it.

Holding your urine isn’t as dangerous as some people think, as long as you are overall healthy. About 2 cups of urine in your bladder are enough to start making you feel uncomfortable. But, things can be different during the night when you go to bed, since your brain isn’t sending as many signals to your bladder. This means that even if your bladder is almost full, you might not feel the need to pee.

What are the different types of noses? Find out what your nose shape is, what ethnicity factors determine the nose’s type, and what celebrities have the same types of nose.

In case you weren’t aware, our lips are filled with sensitive nerve endings that stimulate most of our brain that is associated with touch, taste and scent. Also, when we kiss, oxytocin, dopamine, and serotonin are released into our brains, making us feel amazing. And there are a bunch of other positive things that happen to us when we lock lips with someone we are attracted to. Keep reading and you will also find a bonus about a pretty discussed topic about kissing.