HealthOnTrack

Archive for July, 2011

There have always been plenty of myths and misconceptions surrounding coffee consumption and coffee health effects, but happily many of these have been debunked in recent years, and medical professionals will tell you that moderate coffee consumption should not have any negative impact on your health.

Now a new coffee health report has shown that your daily pick-me-up could be doing even more!  Read more... (354 words, 1 image, estimated 1:25 mins reading time)

When it comes to exercise we all have our individual ways of working out. Running is one of the best exercises to improve cardiovascular fitness, but just as you get different types of running (jogging, sprinting, etc) you also get different running styles. The type of running style you do will depend on your training goal, which will influence the speed at which you run, as well as the physical strain you exert on yourself. The type of running shoe you use may also imp[act this, especially if you buy cheaper makes found on plastic recycling hangers in general shops, as opposed to specialised shoe stores.  Read more... (386 words, 1 image, estimated 1:33 mins reading time)

The Internet has made searching for answers and information considerably easier, to the point where the expression “Just Google it” has become the norm. But what about the thousands of people who search online for health information? Suddenly Google is no longer an unfathomable vault of information but a terrifying place where searchers panic that their migraine is a brain tumour and the boil on their buttock is cancerous. Many patients use the internet to research their ailments; we look at how effectively people can obtain accurate health care information from doing so.  Read more... (340 words, 1 image, estimated 1:22 mins reading time)

While it may seem unnecessary and to require too much effort, achieving the correct driving position is not only better for your personal comfort, but is also a lot safer in the event of an accident. While the words “correct driving position” may make you recall your pre-driver’s license days when your driving instructor told you to keep your hands at “10 and 2 on the steering wheel”, the reality is that car designs have changed considerably and you need only make a few slight adjustments to achieve the correct seating.  Read more... (335 words, 1 image, estimated 1:20 mins reading time)

The construction industry is a male dominated industry and while this is changing with the increase in female construction workers, certain stereotypes and animosity prevail.  One of these is the difficulty that female construction workers have is finding personal protective clothing that fits and doesn’t look as though they’re women dressed in costume. We take a closer look at what can be done to maintain the health of women in the construction industry.  Read more... (314 words, 1 image, estimated 1:15 mins reading time)

Let’s get this out of the way. Soy milk is insanely healthy for you and the benefits of swapping to soy milk are almost too many to mention. It brings down your blood pressure, only contains vegetable proteins and reduces cholesterol. So why is it that not more people have decided to change to soy milk? Plainly put, it is not the tastiest drink in the world and takes some getting used to; this is our personal experience of course. Yet for the hundreds of thousands who have changed to soy milk their health are most definitely seen an improvement – let’s delve into why you should at least consider changing to soy milk:  Read more... (336 words, 1 image, estimated 1:21 mins reading time)

Becoming a security guard can be quite a noble cause, as well as make you feel as though you are doing something worthwhile because you are protecting people. These security guard tips can give you a better idea of what you need in order to excel in your position, as well as what is important if you want to become a security guard. While those people offering personal security will need slightly different things compared with someone offering mall security, there are a few basic things that all security guards will need.  Read more... (352 words, 1 image, estimated 1:24 mins reading time)

More and more people are starting to find that an exotic cruise is almost the perfect location for a few weeks of solid fitness training in order to get back in shape after a prolonged period off training. Think about it – you have a 24 hour cruise ship fitness gym, fitness activities all over the cruise ship, free personal trainers on hand at all times and restaurants that serve very healthy options that are often included in your cruise ship package.  Read more... (320 words, 1 image, estimated 1:17 mins reading time)

Taking a holiday does more for you than enable you to sleep late and get a glowing tan; there are numerous health benefits of holidays too. For centuries doctors have been advising ailing people to take a holiday by the seaside and with good reason. We take a closer look at the health benefits of holidays.  Read more... (370 words, 1 image, estimated 1:29 mins reading time)

Today it is easier than ever to access health information via the Internet, and online diagnosis has become a popular choice among those who would rather analyse their symptoms online than visit their GP in person. It seems like the logical decision to simply use your virtual server service to access sites offering online diagnosis; it is free and can be done in the comfort of your own home, eliminating the inconvenience of costly doctors’ fees and crowded waiting rooms. But how do you know if you can trust the health information you receive online? Below are some crucial guidelines to help you decide just how reputable your chosen online diagnosis tool is:  Read more... (410 words, 1 image, estimated 1:38 mins reading time)