Feeling stressed changes how people weigh risk and reward. A new article published in Current Directions in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science, reviews how, under stress, people pay more attention to the upside of a possible outcome. It’s a bit surprising that stress makes people focus on the way things could
Most myths about HIV and Aids arise from a lack of accurate information. Here are some of the more common misconceptions. Myth: I can get HIV from touching an infected person or being in the same room as them. This is not true. Touching or hugging someone with HIV does not mean you will be infected with the
If you rely on coffee or cola to make it through the day, it’s time to change up your routine. Sure, you’ll get an instant buzz, but by the time your hands stop shaking, you’ll discover that you’re even more exhausted than before.So put down that mug, step away from the vending machine and give these
According to Steve Tappin, author of The Secrets of CEOs, the vast majority of the average Chief Executive Officer’s (CEO) week is dominated by 12 emotions of a possible 34 000 including intense stress, frustration, disappointment, irritation and overwhelm. “In response to these emotions, the body secretes an increased amount of cortisol, also known as the
Relaxation, visiting a spa and having a make-over have largely been in the domain of women for a long time. Men are slowly catching up: visiting an ozone sauna, having a massage or even getting a manicure. Nevertheless, the concepts of relaxation and wellness often mean different things to men and women. “Wellness was long regarded as
Heartburn is a signature symptom of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), which is a cluster of symptoms and signs associated with regurgitation of stomach acid up to the pharynx and mouth. Patient-based studies of GORD have shown high prevalence and chronicity, particularly in Western societies. GORD is associated with significant health-care utilisation and diminished quality of life. [To
Whether or not you know any high school students that actually get nine hours of sleep each night, that’s what federal guidelines currently prescribe. A new Brigham Young University study found that 16-18 year olds perform better academically when they shave about two hours off that recommendation. “We’re not talking about sleep deprivation,” says study author
Many people are addicted to medicines – and it’s often the over-the-counter medicines that can be bought without prescription. Medicines that can be bought in this way and that may be addictive include the following: Medicines and cough syrups containing codeine Slimming remedies containing ephedrine and/or amphetamine Although men and women can both become addicted
According to the South African Survey released in early January 2012, South Africa’s biggest killer is tuberculosis. The Survey was published by the South African Institute of Race Relations. The leading cause of death among African people is tuberculosis (TB), followed by influenza and pneumonia, and intestinal infectious diseases such as cholera. Coloured people also die predominantly from TB, but this
We are proud to announce that Salvagente Wellness Clinic now distributes the ONLY South African ozone steam saunas that carry the Internationally recognized CE Mark. In our constant endeavor to improve our offerings, we can officially add safety to our checklist. All our models now adhere to the European standard for health, safety and environment,