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Exploring the Difference between Neurology and Neurosurgery

A lot of people don’t realize that there is a difference between neurology and neurosurgery. Physicians like Dr. Joseph Yazdi, for example, who is a neurosurgeon, often find themselves dealing with questions that relate more to neurology. One of the reasons why the two disciplines are often confused is because they both deal with functional disorders and diseases of the nerves, brains, and muscles. However, the way the treatments and procedures actually work in very different ways. What Is Neurology? Neurology focuses on disease of the nervous system. A neurologist is able to diagnose and treater very specific conditions, ranging…

Reasons Why an Alkaline Diet Is Good For You

An alkaline diet is one of the best diets when it comes to increasing longevity and keeping diseases at bay. Balancing your body’s pH by taking an alkaline diet is a health practice worth it in the end. You reduce the risk of contracting diseases such as hypertension, vitamin D deficiency, arthritis, low bone density and many others. With an alkaline diet, you can actually reach optimum health by achieving a pH ranging between 7.35 and 7.45. Other reasons why taking an alkaline diet is great for you are as follows: No Pain & Inflammation An alkaline diet will keep…

Top 5 Tips for Waking Up on Time in the Mornings

Excluding all of you morning people, waking up to your alarm at an early time is always horrible. The first alarm to go off always makes you want to put the pillow over your head and continue to rest but this doesn’t ever end well! Here are some tips on how to fight that morning feeling! Why do you want to get up at this time? A great place to start is to consider what you will gain from waking up on time. Why do you need to be on time? Also, think about the risks of taking those extra…

V2 Pro Series 3 review

I’ve smoked for about 20 years now and to be honest, it’s time I quit. But I haven’t really tried yet as I like the physical act of ‘going out for a fag’ too much. I don’t think nicotine gum or patches would work for me, so when a friend told me he had completely cut down by using his vaporiser pen, it seemed like the perfect solution. He got it from V2, a US-based E-cigarette and vaporiser manufacturer. I had a look on their UK website and found they’ve got a new 3-in-1 vaporiser pen out which looked pretty…

Getting Your Home Ready for Your Physical Needs

It is inevitable that at some time or another throughout our lives, the aging process will catch up with us and we simply won’t be able to do things anymore, the same way that we used to. This is an awful thought to consider but unfortunately one which you can do absolutely nothing about. You may not be able to stop the signs of aging on your body but you can be smart in terms of how you approach it to ensure that you are still able to live in the right way, remain as active as you possibly can…

Top 6 beverages to start your day

What you do in the morning when you wake up can either make or break your day. Therefore, you should kick things off by consuming a healthy drink that fills you with energy. Healthy drinks will get your body and mind moving thus allowing you to blaze through your daily activities.  Do you want to boost your immune system and speed up your digestion for loads of energy? Here are the beverages that you should consume each morning: Warm lemon water The best way to start your day is by consuming a cup of warm lemon water. It increases the…

Getting Ready for Medical Weight Loss Solutions

It is increasingly common for people to have a medical intervention in order to lose weight. Whether this is the newest technique, which is the gastric balloon, or a more traditional procedure like the Roux-en-Y, it is important that you properly prepare yourself for the procedure. Let’s take a look at five tips to help you get ready for your medical procedure.