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As a parent are you bothered about your child's weight, eating habit or lifestyle? Obesity in children and youth could lead to depression and social discrimination. Why put your children through the hurt of having to stand been bullied by their peers...? This could lead to low esteem and also hinder their academics if not tackled immediately. Studies have shown that obese children are more likely to turn out to be obese adults. If left uncontrolled, the child is at risk of a cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hepatitis or sleep apnea. How embarrassing it could be to have a kid who snores like an adult while catching a nap...  You can do something! You can correct the wrongs and promote a healthy lifestyle for your kid.  To help your child maintain a healthy weight, balance the calories your child consumes from foods and beverages with the calories your child uses through physical activities and normal growth. Remember that the goal for overweight and obese kids or ...

What is Arthritis? The word arthritis comes from the greek word '' arthron '' meaning joints and the latin word '' itis '' meaning inflammation.A lot of people suffer from arthritis pain as it affects the musculoskeletal system specifically the joints. It is the main cause of disability among people over fifty-five years of age in industrialized countries.   Physical Activity is a proven way to relief pain and disability associated with arthritis but many people do not have the confidence or knowledge about how to exercise safely. This video will help people with arthritis learn more about the benefits of physical activities and the types and amounts of exercise helpful for people with arthritis. You can subscribe to the Center for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) channel on YouTube, It's highly informative and educative.  I'm interested in a healthier you! *winks* Living Healthy... Learn more on arthritis from these links: http:...

Hey Friends, today we'll be watching this video on Multivitamins. The question is this, Do you really need a Multivitamin?  Most people just load up on huge pills without really taking out time to know their vitamin needs.  Knowing your vitamin deficiencies is a great way to helping you select what vitamins would be good for you.  I hope you enjoy this insightful video as I did. You could subscribe to popsugartvfit channel on Youtube. They've got great workout sessions and highly educative information on Healthy Living... I want to see a healthy you! *winks* Living Healthy...

Personal hygiene encompasses all the daily routines that help keep your body clean. This includes regular habits of washing your hair, brushing your teeth, washing your hands, taking a clean bath, wearing deodorant where possible and keeping your clothing clean. When people don't learn these habits or they become overlooked, certain consequences may develop ranging from social problems to potentially serious diseases. Body Odor... One of the first and most prominent consequences of bad hygiene is body odor. This occurs due to the interaction of bacteria and sweat produced by the apocrine gland. As bacteria thrives in unwashed sweat, overtime their byproducts produces the smell commonly associated with body odor. Body odor may also come from poor bathroom habits, resulting in feaces or urine odor. Dental Disease... Not only can poor dental hygiene lead to bad breath, it can also lead to dental diseases. As you allow food particle and bacteria to build up on your teeth, a coa...

I've always emphasized on the importance of exercises. Surfing through the internet today, I stumbled on videos from Popsugar Fitness Channel and thought it interesting to share them with you... These exercises keep the heart rate up while toning you from head to toe. It's so much fun engaging in these exercises. Add some fun touch by working out to the music you love dancing to the most...*winks* Living Healthy... Subscribe to Popsugar Fitness http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=popsugartvfit For Great Workouts and fitness tips, check out this link: http://www.fitsugar.com/

Food Poisoning... As you step out for the evening, be mindful of what you eat or drink. The risk of food poisoning is so real and it could result in a dysentery. If you have to try out new foods, have a little else you run the risk of spoiling your evening with a stomach upset.. Drunk Driving... I've heard a couple of guys say.. ''I drive better when i'm tipsy'' ....*eyes popping* Like seriously?? How possible is this? When you tipsy you feel lighter than normal and totally oblivious of your surrounding or actions. Too much alcohol alters your decision making capabilities and you stand the risk of endangering your life.  Over the weekend, 60% of road traffic accidents are commonly attributed to drunk driving. Please be careful while partying..have a friend drive you home if u don't feel up to it. Texting & Driving... You'll hurt yourself if you still engage in this act. Take a break from your phone while behind the wheels. The messages can wa...

The first step to protecting yourself at work is being able to recognize hazards in your work and environment. Physical Hazards... Physical hazards are very common in most workplace. They are easy to spot but surprisingly often overlooked. They can cause injury, illness and even death. Types of Physical Hazards include: Electrical hazards Unguarded machinery Constant loud noise High exposure to sunlight/ultraviolet rays, heat or cold Working from heights or any raised area Working with mobile equipment Chemical Hazards... Some chemicals are safer than others, but for workers who are sensitive to chemicals, even common solutions can cause illnesses such as skin irritation and breathing problems. Types of Chemical Hazards to look out for include: Cleaning products, paints, acids and especially chemicals in an unlabeled container. Gases like acetylene,propane, carbon monoxide and helium. Flammable materials like gasoline,...