Whilst there is a welter of publicity concerning our diets and we are all quite relaxed when it comes to wearing glasses, our hearing is all-too-frequently ignored. Interestingly, a relationship between the quality of a person�s diet and their susceptibility to hearing loss has been demonstrated, but diet is only a marginal part of the problem.

Often seen merely as a condition that affects the elderly hearing loss in on the rise. And that is largely thanks to our noisy, urban, headphone-loving lifestyles. The temptation to ramp up the volume in our earphones is a particular hazard, as research has shown that persistent exposure to even relatively modest sound levels can, over time, impact negatively on the super-sensitive tiny filaments of our inner ear.

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No one would think twice about checking in for an eye test, but it is far less common to take a hearing test, even though our hearing is every bit as vital as our sight. Tests are normally free and easy to arrange - for example a hearing test from Hidden Hearing can be booked online in a matter of minutes.

Education is key

Of course, the most important part of this story is to advise and educate younger people about the importance of looking after their hearing and to take seriously the potential harm they are vulnerable to. Research shows that prolonged exposure to sounds in excess of 80 decibels - often described as the equivalent of a mechanical lawn-mower - can permanently reduce your ability to hear clearly. Just about every headset on the market is capable of delivering sound levels in excess of 80 decibels.

Successive governments have recognised the importance of restricting noise exposure. There are now stringent standards that apply in the workplace in terms of health and safety in order to protect the hearing of workers who may be exposed to high noise levels over an extended period.

But while the authorities are taking the nation�s hearing health seriously, so far it seems the rest of us are being a bit slow to catch up. Gwyneth Paltrow may have been seen as a slightly over protective mum when she put ear defenders on her kids at a Coldplay concert way back in 2005, but she was only being careful. If rock star families are making a song and dance about ear protection, maybe the message will get through eventually.

Do you want to live longer? If your answer to this question is yes the only thing you need to do is sleep with your partner. This is what a new research indicates. The new study published in The Wall Street Journal says that couples who sleep together in one bed have more chances of living healthier and longer!

But the question now is, even with this new information, how many couples would really want to sleep next to each other when each one has different sleeping preference? Things like snoring that can disturb the non-snoring partner, the time each one goes to sleep and the hours they need to sleep are some of the factors that make some couples decide to sleep in separate beds.

How about you, do you and your partner sleep in the same bed?

Have you been hankering after a baby for a long time now? Well here is some good news for you � eat ice cream! I�m sure as you are reading this you�re wondering what the connection is between ice cream and having a baby. There doesn't seem to be a common ground between these two. But a recent study showed that eating ice cream and drinking whole fat milk would be a great way in order to help women conceive. It�s been found out as well that those women who are into low-fat dairy diet are more prone to an ovulatory infertility. This means that the woman have difficulty ovulating, a process which is very important in order for a woman to conceive.

But if you've been longing to have a baby for a long time you will try almost anything just to get pregnant, right? So why not try ice cream? Go on indulge!

A study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiologic Society of North America showed that eating baked or broiled fish every week could improve brain health thus lowering the chance of acquiring Alzheimer�s disease and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Take note that�s broiled or baked, not fried fish!

Dr. Raji and his team were able to establish this link by conducting an experiment ranging up to 10 years. They conducted an MRI on the volunteers at the start of the study and then many years after. The scans show that those who ate fish at least once a week showed better preservation of the brain�s grey matter, specifically the hippocampus and frontal cortex regions. As some of you know, these are the ones responsible for a person�s memory.

Although more tests still need to be done to truly establish this link, eating fish at least once a week for the sake of our brain doesn�t sound so bad. And the end results will definitely be worth it!

Stay away from the following foods:

Sugar, we already know that sugar is bad for your health and weight but it also effects your brain. It causes problems in your memory and may interfere in your ability to learn new things. Stay away from candy, pre-baked goods, sugar, corn syrup and products that are high in fructose.

Junk Food/ Fast Foods, these foods are high in fat and they cause cardiovascular problems in addition to negatively effecting your learning capacity, alertness, motivation and memory. Believe it or not, but they also cause symptoms of depression and anxiety. These foods include fried foods, processed and pre-cooked foods.

Nicotine! It's true, it's not a food product, but a chemical, yet it still causes severe damage to the human body. Nicotine restricts oxygen flow to the brain and tightens the tiny blood vessels that help your brain function. In simple words, smoking kills your brain!!

Stay away from these products and chomp on some fresh veggies and fruits and nuts! That's better for your body and brain.

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Most of the said ingredients are present in some chemical sunscreens that instead of protecting your skin from the harmful rays and sunburn, they actually make things worse! Maybe you�ll ask how. You see, these ingredients are absorbed by the skin and so it can lead to skin irritation and other unpleasant reactions, some even cause serious allergic reactions.

So, when you go shopping for sunscreen, be sure to read the ingredients and if what you picked contains any of the above-mentioned ingredients, better put it down and find another.

Do you find this kind of experience bothersome? Worry not because there are some things you can do to improve your memory.

1. Go for Gum. According to Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, munching gum boosts alertness.

2. Smell the scent of freshly cut grass. Although this may sound unpleasant to some, the scent of freshly cut grass helps lessen tress and improve memory. If you don�t have grass to cut, you can substitute with a scented candle with grass-like aroma.

4. Power Nap. A short nap restores brain power and improves a person�s ability to learn. A short rest makes the brain more receptive to new and more information.

5. Listen to Sounds While Sleeping. Other people cannot sleep unless there is complete silence. However, sounds heard while sleeping boosts a person�s memory more.

5. Fat in Your Diet. A small amount of fat helps promote the formation of long-term memories. But you have to make sure that it�s just a small amount and not too much.

So the next time you have a hard time remembering something or someone, try out these tips!

Why are those dark circles under your eyes? Hmm, sleepless nights bothering you lately or maybe you�re just making the most out of the night life? Well, it doesn�t matter which reason is applicable to you, you have to do something about your face, specifically those huge, dark rings under your eyes! You look absolutely haggard and washed out with them in sight.

1. Determine the skin tone on your face. You have to choose a concealer that�s a shade darker than your skin in order to neutralize the dark circle under your eyes.

2. Once the concealer is chosen, apply it on the circles only using a small brush. Precision is the key for maximum effect.

3. Do not wipe the brush back and forth; instead tap repeatedly but lightly on the rings. This will enable the color to blend naturally to your skin.

But what exactly are the benefits of eggs to the human body?

1. Good Source of Protein: Eggs have all the amino acids that the body needs for a great level of stamina. They also have vitamin B12 that helps a lot in muscle contraction.

2. Aids in Brain Development: Choline is one of the nutrients found in eggs. Each egg yolk has around 300 micrograms of it. This nutrient helps regulate the brain, nervous system and cardiovascular system.

4. Helps Prevent Cancer: New studies suggest that eating eggs on a regular basis prevent cancer. An certain experiment showed that women who ate eggs 6 times a week lowered their cancer risk by 44%.

5. Protects Eyesight: Eggs have leutin and zeaxanthin, antioxidants that shield the eyes from UV-related problems. Cataracts are also prevented by these antioxidants.

As you can see, you won�t go wrong with these healthful benefits. So, next time you go grocery shopping don�t forget to grab some eggs!

I�m guessing I�m not the only one to hit the snooze button every time the alarm clock goes off. You�ve done the same too at one time or another right? Be honest! But you know what? Doing so could be doing us more harm than good. That�s because instead of finishing our sleep cycle, it actually gets interrupted. You see, after the alarm first goes off, you again drift off to sleep and might be in deeper sleep when the alarm sounds off again. So, instead of feeling rested, you just feel more tired and lethargic, a condition known as sleep inertia.

1. Set the alarm later so that it doesn�t interrupt your sleep cycle.
2. Go to sleep earlier to avoid fragmented sleep, which can lead to your poor performance during the day.
3. Adapt a more regular sleep schedule. Sleep at a specific time at night and wake up at the same time in the morning.
4. It is also ideal to adapt this

Aside from those tips above, you can also get proper sleep if you exercise regularly, cut back the caffeine and cigarette before going to sleep and spend less time using your gadgets like tablets and laptops before going to bed.

Have a restful sleep!

Your teeth are among the most vital features of your face. You can either captivate or gross out other people with your teeth each time you smile hence, proper and utmost care must be given to them. Proper brushing is one of the ways you can achieve this. Knowing what the right brushing techniques and what to avoid will ensure your teeth stays white and your gums healthy. Here are some tips:

1. Choose the Right Toothbrush: The size and kind of toothbrush must be considered well. The brush itself must not be too small or too big for your mouth so that that moving it around the teeth will be easy. The bristles must not be too hard that they hurt your gums nor too soft that it doesn�t adequately remove the dirt along the gumline.

2. Get the Right Toothpaste: There are lots of whitening toothpastes available today just make sure you choose one that don�t damage your teeth.

4. Do the Right Strokes: Most of us brush our teeth horizontally but that�s not the proper way. Brushing in a vertical or circular manner is the ideal thing. Strokes should be a bit soft and not hard.

5. Different Starting Points: Make sure you start brushing at different points in your mouth or teeth each time you brush to ensure all teeth get the cleaning they need.

6. Areas to Brush: It�s not only the front part of the teeth that should be brushed but the inside most especially. You have to angle your toothbrush correctly to ensure those hard to reach areas also get cleaned. Don�t neglect your tongue when brushing since bacteria also live there.

7. Rinse Well After Brushing: Rinsing your mouth after brushing will ensure the bacteria get eliminated from your mouth. Your toothbrush must be rinsed properly as well aside from your mouth.

8. Toothbrush Care: When not in use, your brush needs to be dry to prevent bacteria buildup. Dentists recommend replacing the toothbrush after three to four months but if you can see that the bristles are worn out you can replace it already.

Have you been experiencing upset stomach lately, maybe nausea too? You should know there�s an all- natural remedy that you can turn to! All it�s going to take to make things well within you is Ginger! All you need to do is make a tea out of it and drink! Yes it�s as simple as that!

Making tea out of ginger is very easy! Just make sure you have at least one medium-sized ginger rhizome and just follow these steps:

See, very simple isn�t it? And since it�s natural, you can also be sure that it�s safe. Aside from treating an upset stomach and nausea, ginger can also treat or prevent colds, cough, high cholesterol, headaches, toothaches and menstrual cramps. It can also help for cleansing the colon.

You don�t always have to rely on over-the-counter meds to get better.

Have you tried out eating Kiwi with its skin? How about juicing the banana peel? Not yet? Well maybe they are not exactly your favorite fruits. Anyway, there are still other fruits and veggies options.

3. Pineapple � Don�t react just yet! With this fruit, you don�t have to eat the skin but the core! Don�t leave out the core when you cut the pineapple because it contains two times more bromelain than the flesh itself. Bromelain is an enzyme that aids digestion and protects the stomach by breaking down food easily and flashing down dead tissues in the stomach.

The pineapple core is usually soft enough to be chewed on. However if you don�t like to chomp down on it, you can crush or blend it and get the juice.

So if you want to have a bad cholesterol free body, don�t throw away all the orange peel!

5. Apple - I know a lot of people eat apples with their peel. So just a reminder, apple peel contains about 87 percent more nutrients that help fight off cancer according to a study by Corner University.

6. Potatoes � Potato skin is rich in nutrients like soluble fiber, potassium, iron, phosphorous zinc, and vitamin C. Just wash the whole potato thoroughly and cook with the skin on whether for mashed potato or baked.

So these are the rest of the fruits and veggies. Next time you cook or eat them, think twice about throwing away their skin or core! It will surely result to a healthier you!

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- Health Benefits of Eating Fruit and Vegetable Skin! Part 1

You know that feeling when you suddenly wake up in the middle of the night because of that awful sound of grinding and gnashing teeth? Sometimes it�s like the something out of a horror movie! Interestingly, people who grind their teeth in their sleep do not know that they do it since it happens during sleep.

If teeth grinding don�t occur often, it�s not likely to do any harm; however, if it�s a constant occurrence it could result to serious teeth damage! Teeth could get worn down to the stumps! It could also fracture, loosen and it could even result to loss of teeth. And aside from affecting the teeth, chronic teeth grinding can affect the jaw and worst end up in hearing loss and changed face appearance!

Teeth grinding can be prevented by reducing stress factors that cause. Consulting a dentist for possible remedy like wearing a mouth guard can also be done.

So, next time your room mate, wife, husband or partner grinds his/her teeth, it would be best to let them know about it. Not only is it irritating, it can be damaging as well!

My Grandma used to reprimand me when I discard the skin whenever I eat guavas. She used to tell me that the vitamins are in the skin and not in the seeds inside. Just like me, lots of people usually discard the skin when they eat fruits and vegetables. However, studies show that we are depriving ourselves of vitamins and other nutritional values by doing so.

1. Kiwi Fruit: Some of you might recoil at the idea of chewing its hairy or fuzzy skin. However, take note that its skin contains three times the anti-oxidants of the pulp itself. Aside from being an anti-oxidant, the kiwi skin also contains anti-inflammatory, anti-allergenic, and anti-cancer properties. Eating Kiwi fruit skin helps you become more resistant against Staphylococcus and E-coli.

Before eating the Kiwi Fruit skin make sure that you wash it thoroughly because there may be some dirt and pesticides residing in the fuzz in the skin. If you can�t abide eating it with the full skin on, peeling it partially or rubbing the fuzz off the skin will do as well.

2. Banana: When you eat bananas, don�t throw away the peels just yet. If you�re feeling down and blue, these will help you get a lighter mood. Taiwan researchers found out banana peel extracts contain serotonin, a chemical that balances the mood. To use, simply boil the peels in water for about 10 minutes. You can drink it once it�s cool.

So that�s two examples of fruits for today, check back tomorrow for more.

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- Health Benefits of Eating Fruit and Vegetable Skin! Part 2