During the covid-19 outbreak Staying healthy while at home: physical activity The COVID-19 pandemic means that many of us are staying at home and sitting still more than ever. It’s hard for many people to get as much exercise as they normally would. It’s even harder for people who aren’t usually physically active to exercise. However, at times like these, it is important for people of all ages and abilities to stay as active as possible. The WHO’s “Stay Active” campaign is designed to help y ...

There are so many benefits to quitting smoking. Smokers are at a higher risk of contracting coronavirus because their hands will often touch their lips. Then, if they are infected with coronavirus, they are at greater risk of developing a serious illness because of impaired lung function. Quit smoking immediately to reduce this risk and start living a healthier life. Quick tips to curb your smoking addiction. Push back: Push back as far as you can until you have to give in to the urge to s ...

A healthy diet helps prevent all types of malnutrition as well as non-communicable diseases including diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer. Important FactsA healthy diet helps prevent all types of malnutrition as well as non-communicable diseases including diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer.Unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity are major global health risks.Healthy eating habits should be adopted early in life - breastfeeding promotes healthy growth and improves cognitiv ...

Food safety tips during COVID-19 During the 2019 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) pandemic, it is important to eat a healthy diet. The foods we drink versus eat affect the body’s ability to prevent, fight, and recover from viral infections. There are no foods or dietary supplements that can prevent or treat COVID-19 infection, but a healthy diet is important to support the immune system. Good nutrition can also reduce the likelihood of other health problems, including obesity, heart disease, dia ...

Omicron update and response measures On November 26, 2021, according to the recommendations of the WHO Technical Advisory Group on Virus Evolution (TAG-VE), the WHO designated B.1.1.529 as a variant of concern and named it Omicron. This decision is based on the evidence submitted to TAG-VE that Omicron has several mutations that may affect its behavior, such as its ease of transmission or the severity of the disease it causes. The following is a summary of what is currently known. The latest ...

Chinese experts say the omicron strain is similar to the flu virus: more infectious and less severe An unusual mutation in the Omicron strain has sparked a new wave of concern among experts around the world. According to foreign media reports, experts from Israel’s Hadassah Hospital said the omikron strain is more similar to the flu virus, because although it is more infectious, the symptoms of those infected are milder. Dr. Dror Mevorach, a senior physician at Hadassa Hospital, said the Omi ...

Men Over 40 Can Rock to a Stronger Core Trainer, author, and fitness model Kirk Charles, NASM-CPT CES, knows that as you get older, life can get more complicated. But that shouldn’t prevent you from being on top of your game. He’ll help to answer the tough training questions that come with age so you too can be Fit Beyond 40. I have a few older clients who are really concerned about the bulge in their midsections. Thankfully, they’re just as concerned about their backs and living a pain-free ...

What Happened When This Guy Trained 30 Days to Nail a One-Arm Pullup Brandon William is always looking for the next best way to challenge his body and fitness, from 30-day challenges to remarkable feats of strength and endurance. He’s previously challenged himself to train like a gymnast, give up sugar for 30 days, and even did 1 hour of pullups wearing a 30-pound vest. For his latest stunt, he challenged himself to master the one-arm pullup. “The one-arm pullup is one of the most difficult c ...

Olympic Marathoner Ryan Hall Shared the 7 Most Important Things to Do the Night Before a Big Race Ryan Hall made history as a runner, becoming the first American to break the hour barrier in the half-marathon. Since retiring from pro running in 2016, he has packed on the muscle and is now able to deadlift more than 500 pounds—while still holding onto his record as the fastest American runner of all time in the half and full marathon categories. Hall’s wife Sara, meanwhile, continues to kill it ...

They’re perfect for both hard-to-reach areas and on-the-go coverage. Even though applying sunscreen should be a part of your daily routine 365 days a year, if you associate anything with summer, it’s probably SPF. Whether you’re spending afternoons lounging poolside, going for a long hike, or just making a quick run to the store, protecting your skin from ultraviolet rays is key to preventing skin cancer, premature aging, and dark spots. But lathering on lotion can leave you feeling sticky, ...