By Study Finds A handheld device which builds breathing muscles could help older people get in shape. Doing just five minutes of the breath training exercises every day for more than six weeks improved people’s performance on the treadmill by 12 percent, according to scientists….
One of the most significant challenges that tenants face regarding their living conditions is an overall lack of control. They aren’t in charge of their own maintenance, generally can’t paint or change the carpeting, and are overall highly limited. In older properties, this is further…
New research published today in The Journal of Physiology shows that nitrate improves function in the diaphragm, the muscle involved in coughing and breathing, by improving power. The study done in old mice, if replicated in humans, could provide a strategy for helping elderly people…
Most of us view vacuuming as a rather mundane chore. Sure, you need to get the crumbs and pet hair off the floor, but as it turns out, vacuuming is a surprisingly intense workout. That being said, you’ll only get the maximum benefits from vacuuming,…
You probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about your home’s indoor air quality, but it plays a critical role in your family’s overall health. If you suspect your indoor air quality isn’t as good as it ought to be, you should take swift…
By David Shearer, University of South Wales Professional sport is full of stories of elite athletes “choking” emotionally and mentally under the pressure of competition. One famous example is golfer Greg Norman, who was leading the 1994 US Masters by six strokes at the beginning…
Bloggers, journalists, and environmentalists love to talk about air pollution and how it’s affecting our cities and suburban landscapes. And while outdoor pollution is certainly a big hot button issue, we often face bigger problems inside. The Problem With Indoor Air Quality Indoor air quality…
Your home’s air quality plays an important role in your overall health. Living in a home with poor air quality can cause worsened allergies and asthma, as well as an increased risk of cardiovascular problems over the long-term. On a day-to-day basis, living in a…
By John P., Guest to Natural Blaze Are you interested in yogic relaxation for stress relief? Yoga is an increasingly popular activity for relaxation, and it comes with many other benefits too. In this guide to yogic relaxation, you’ll learn everything you need to know…
By Anna Hunt The relationship between the breath and the brain is very powerful. We know that much. Yet, we’ve understood very little about the mechanics behind this relationship. Until now. In a new study, neuroscientists were able to identify exactly how breathing changes the brain….
By Alex Pietrowski We live in a fearful world with exposure to a deluge of stressors every day. As much as fear is a result of reacting to the actual or perceived events in our lives, it is also a biological function of the human…
By Joe Battaglia Air is necessary for life and it aids in healing, but proper breathing can do so much more. Full, free breathing is one of the most powerful keys to enhancing physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered for the…
By Shems Heartwell The way you breathe is the way you live. Breathing is absolutely essential to life, but it’s often overlooked as a necessity for good health. Full, free breathing is one of the most powerful keys to enhancing physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing….
By Christina Sarich Australia — An Australian judge has ruled that a mother cannot breastfeed her child because she chose to get a tattoo. Judge Matthew Myers’ injunction against the woman comes despite the fact that the mother tested negatively for both hepatitis and HIV —…
By Daily Superfood Love I can be my own worst enemy when it comes to figuring out how to focus on a specific task. I love “progress” and “forward momentum” so I can make a grand list that has lots of moving parts (sometimes, I…
