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You may wonder why the waist is still vulnerable to injury without carrying heavy objects.  You are not alone and many people will have the same confusion.  Orthopedic surgeons point out that this is related to some waist injury habits.  Have you made any of these mistakes? 1. Carry heavy object with one hand Like many girls always use a single hand or shoulder bag, let one side under pressure for a long time. The uneven distribution of weight can cause uneven stress on both sides of the spine and different muscle tension, which can easily injure the disc. 2. Keep one position for a...

While memory foam provides great comfort, durability, and satisfaction, it goes through the off-gassing process when you first take it out of its package. During the off-gassing process, the memory foam releases a chemical odor that some people find unpleasant. A memory foam product smells odd when you first get one because chemicals, like polyurethane, are used in the manufacturing process. Is Memory Foam Toxic?  Simply: No. Memory foam mattresses or sleeping pillows you get right out of the box might first introduce itself with an unpleasant odor. This is resolved with time and ventilation. In a room where the...

Growing evidence suggests that poor sleep is linked to a host of health problems, including a higher risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. Now, a recent study on people in midlife finds that having a combination of sleep problems — such as trouble falling asleep, waking up in the wee hours, or sleeping less than six hours a night — may nearly triple a person’s risk of heart disease.  "These new findings highlight the importance of getting sufficient sleep," says sleep specialist Dr. Lawrence Epstein, assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. Many things can contribute to a...

When it comes to sleep quality, the first thing we think about is the mattress, quilt, and the pillow is always the one to be ignored. But the pillow is the intimate companion that you fall asleep with every night. If you’re experiencing any of the health issues described in this post, maybe it’s time for an upgrade. 1、Achy Shoulders or Neck The size of your pillow should provide the best angle to cradle your neck and head comfortably. Too thick or too flat, the pillow might be forcing your head into unnatural positions.  The thickness of your pillow depends...

A: Is there a gender difference between how much sleep you need at night? Q:YES. New research shows that, women do need more sleep than men. A:How much more sleep do women need? A recent Duke study may help answer this question. It was found in this study that women needed an average of 20 minutes more sleep each night.  The idea is also agreed on by Dr. Jim Horne a sleep expert. He explains that women on average use their brain more during the day than men. One of the key functions of sleep is healing your brain. This result is also...