Scientists Explain What Standing Too Long Does To Your Body

 Certainly, you have already heard that sitting for too long can cause many health issues, right?

But, did you know that standing on your feet for too long can also be bad? That's what the experts say. 

According to cardiologists, standing on your feet without moving harms blood circulation since it is harder for the blood to return to the heart. 

And that's why people who stand up for long periods of the day can suffer from swelling, varicose veins, and deep vein thrombosis. 

Aching feet and legs, low blood pressure, and recurring infections on the lower members are all symptoms of  poor blood circulation.  

However, all of that is harmful to blood circulation if there is no mobility. 

When the blood is pumped upwards, through the valves of the vessels in the legs, these blood vessels need a contraction of the calves (which have the function of pumping blood to the center of the body). 

And when we stay motionless, this musculature isn't activated. 

Besides this harm, people who have a predisposition to form clots in the blood, dehydrated people or people who work in pressurized environments, such as a cockpit, can also suffer from this. 

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Some studies say that standing up for too long could be more dangerous to the heart than sitting down. 

However, what we know so far is that staying in only one position is dangerous. 

Now, tell us, how is your routine? Do you spend your days standing up or sitting down?

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7 Foods That Make You Taller

 Although your height depends on your genetics, certain nutrients can guarantee adequate growth and development. Did you know that? 

In cases of young people that haven't reached their definitive height yet, diet can have a big impact on the process. 

Now, if you have already gone through this phase, did you know that your height can decrease as the years go by? 

In fact, after we reach our 30s we may start to, slowly and gradually, "lose" our height. 

It can happen for many reasons, either by the natural wear and tear of the joint cartilages or because of bone diseases, such as osteoporosis, which can shorten the spine. 

In this case, eating the right foods will help you keep your height by contributing to bone and joint health. 

Did you know that proteins, for example, play a fundamental role in healthy development? 

Besides that, they help promote tissue repair and immune function. 

Other micronutrients, like calcium, vitamin D, magnesium and phosphorus are also involved in bone health, which is essential for growth. 

Learn now about 7 foods that can help you grow taller or keep your current height!

So, filling your diet with many different nutritious foods can not only improve your general health but also help you grow taller or keep your current height. 

Isn't it interesting? Did you know that already?

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Hand Soap Vs Hand Sanitizer: Which One Should You Use?

 Do you have the habit of washing your hands?

Washing your hands with water and soap is one of the cheapest and safest ways of avoiding infectious diseases such as flu, colds, diarrhea, and even COVID-19 (caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV2). 

Did you know that the simple act of washing your hands can protect you against one in three diseases that cause diarrhea, and one in five respiratory infections? 

That's what the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), USA, says. 

Besides that, the CDC also says that human and animal feces are a source for most viruses and bacteria that cause human diseases. 

This can be explained by food contamination, like in raw salads or meats. 

Another very alarming number is from a study done in the Netherlands, which showed that 1g (0.03 oz.) of human feces (about the weight of a paper clip) can contain one trillion germs. That's incredible, isn't it? That's why personal hygiene can help your body be healthier!

Oh, and it is not only feces that can contaminate people. The droplets of saliva from sneezes or coughs can also contaminate someone. 

They stay in places like handrails, door handles, etc., and, once we touch these places and take our hands to our mouths, eyes or noses, we are under the risk of infection. 

That's why experts everywhere recommend the habit of washing our hands with soap and water and also using hand sanitizers. 

But do you know which one is better to fight viruses and bacteria? 

Besides that, do you know the right way of washing your hands to avoid viruses and bacteria? 

Washing hands reduces the number of people sick with diarrhea and also reduces respiratory and gastrointestinal diseases. 

Learn now how to wash your hands correctly!

If you don't have access to a faucet and your hands aren't visibly dirty,  hand sanitizer can substitute the wash with soap and water. 

Now, tell us, do you have the habit of washing your hands? Did you already know the right way of doing it?

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Beware! Overconsumption of Green Tea is Dangerous For Health

 You certainly must have heard about the benefits  of green tea to our health, haven't you? 

Even on our channel, we have talked many times about it. 

Green tea got known in our culture as a powerful metabolism booster, but the truth is that this tea has many other benefits to our body. 

Made from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, an Oriental herb, green tea is rich in caffeine. 

That's why it is used to accelerate the metabolism and improve brain function, increasing productivity and energy levels. 

It is also good for heart health, reducing the levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and helping reduce sugar levels. 

Green tea is a big help for diabetics. And, if that wasn't enough, it also contributes to digestion and maintenance of a strong bone structure. 

However, despite these benefits, green tea can also cause adverse effects on the body. 

If you suffer from any of these health issues, talk to a doctor before taking supplements or drinking green tea.

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How to Clean Your Uterus and Boost Fertility Naturally

 Have you heard of uterine cleansing? Cleaning the uterus is not a common practice among women, and it is necessary to take care while doing it.

Even though we seem the same, with the same structure of organs, etc., it is important to remember that our bodies are different and, so, everyone reacts differently to a treatment. And it is no different when we talk about uterine cleansing. 

If you have any doubts about how to naturally cleanse your uterus, talk to your gynecologist or naturopath, and analyze with them the necessity of including any of these teas in your daily routine. 

Among the benefits of this practice, we can mention the protection of the female reproductive system, since it removes the remains of the endometrium that stays in the uterus after periods, post-partum or post-abortion. 

If you don't know, the endometrium is a layer that coats the uterus and becomes the period when there is no pregnancy. Did you know that? 

When a woman does an endometrium cleansing, she can prevent the development of some diseases and increase the chances of pregnancy without risks. 

Besides that, this cleansing is a way of improving blood flow in the uterus, keeping it stronger and healthier.

Learn now 3 tea recipes to cleanse your uterus...

Besides that, since these teas clean the uterus and promote uterine contractions to eliminate the residues of the endometrium, pregnant women must not drink them, and nursing women must avoid their consumption, ok?

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Want Better Digestion and a Glowing Skin? Eat Papaya

 Papaya is an amazing food. And who doesn't like it, right? 

Rich in nutrients, it goes well with many other foods and, thanks to its many benefits, it is considered a "homemade medicine". Did you know that? 

Rich in vitamin C, papayas have close to 10 times more of this compound than oranges. 

And, besides that, the fruit also has big amounts of lycopene and beta carotene, both great for skin, eye, and heart health.

Papaya has many antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, iron, potassium, and other substances, like riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2, which helps reduce the damages caused by excessive stress and also helps preserve the nervous system. 

Learn now about 7 benefits of papaya to your health:

Helps intestinal transit 

Makes your skin prettier 

Strengthens the immune system 

Helps with weight loss 

Prevents diseases 

Improves bone resistance and fights fatigue 

Reduces cholesterol 

Amazing, isn't it? Tell us, do you eat papaya? Did you already know these benefits? 

Take advantage of this moment and include papaya in your diet to get all these benefits!

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7 Ways to Strengthen Your Brain Naturally

 Did you know that there is a relation between nutrition and brain health?

According to a study published by Nature Reviews Neuroscience, there is evidence of a relation between eating factors and brain function. Isn't it interesting? 

This is why people say that a healthy brain depends on external and internal factors, and we can improve it with good habits. 

You must have guessed what can improve your brain's health: physical activity and a healthy diet are both responsible for keeping your brain strong. 

And when we talk about food, according to the scientists, some are more beneficial to the brain than others, so, in today's video, you will learn about 7 natural products that can help you get a super strong brain! 

Rosemary

Certainly, you have heard about the benefits of rosemary on our channel. And, if you already know its benefits, then you know that rosemary is really good for your brain.

Nuts

They are high in essential fatty acids omega-3 and vitamin E, helping strengthen the brain. 

Peppermint

Besides rosemary, peppermint is another aromatic medicinal plant  that we can use to improve our brain health. 

Bee pollen 

Have you ever heard about it? Do you know the pollen that bees collect from plants? This pollen is stored in some parts of the honeycomb, covered by a layer of honey and wax. Interesting, isn't it? 

Ginkgo biloba 

According to the research published at the Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine magazine, ginkgo biloba extract may contribute to cognition when related to age and memory issues. 

Maca 

The maca root has many nutrients and antioxidant substances. Even though there are few studies and a need for more research, maca has been shown to help improve cognitive functions, motor coordination, and resistance. 

Centella asiatica 

Originally from Asia, it has been largely used to improve memory. According to a study published at the Brain and Behavior magazine, it has aqueous extracts that contribute to the improvement of age-related cognitive compromise. 

Now that you have learned about some foods that can help you improve your memory and brain, tell us, have you ever consumed any of them? 

Did you know the benefits of these natural products?

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How to Make an Antibacterial Wound Healing Ointment

 Recently, we saw on the channel a paste made of red cabbage and ginger which can help with skin healing, not to mention the benefits for your body. 

But today you will learn about the benefits of a powerful homemade ointment made of garlic and cabbage. 

Do you know this recipe? And, did you know that cabbage leaves have many medicinal properties? 

That's what doctor Blanc, from the University of Paris, found out. He used to cover boils with cabbage leaves and realized that, in a short time, the abscesses would start to expel all the internal pus. 

Besides that, he also noticed that prolonging the treatment by putting the cabbage leaf for a few more hours or days, depending on the situation, would reduce the swelling, help the skin color go back to normal, and stop the pain.  With that, the wounds healed faster.

After this and other findings, he wrote a book about his studies with cabbage. 

The cabbage leaf is anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, healing, analgesic, and alkalinizing. It is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, B-complex vitamins, and also has minerals such as calcium, iron, and potassium. 

All of that makes cabbage great to treat abscesses, hemorrhoids, gout, erysipelas, and wounds. 

Garlic has antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties,  helping strengthen the immune system and fight germs and infections. 

See how to make a garlic and cabbage ointment. 

This ointment can be used as a natural healing, analgesic,  anti-inflammatory, bactericidal and antifungal. 

So, did you already know the benefits of cabbage leaves?

 Have you ever made or heard about this natural ointment? 

Do it and share your opinions with us.

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Why You Should Rinse Your Hair With Apple Cider Vinegar and Honey

 Have you ever heard about the mixture of apple vinegar and honey? 

Many people have the habit of ingesting this combination while fasting to have more energy and to improve their general health. 

But, did you know that this mixture, besides helping to strengthen our body, is also good for the hair? 

Honey and apple vinegar have healing properties and, when combined, their benefits are even stronger. 

Honey is rich in mineral salts, amino acids, and alpha-hydroxy acids that help seal the porous and brittle hairs. 

Using honey on damaged hair can help restore and strengthen them. Besides that, honey is super nutritious and can work as a powerful moisturizer, being able to keep humidity inside the hair, keeping it protected and soft. 

Oh, and the benefits of using honey on your hair don't stop here. It can also work as a natural conditioner since it has strong emollient power. Isn't it amazing? And, if that wasn't enough, honey also helps with hair growth. 

Apple vinegar, on the other hand, is highly recommended for brittle, porous, or oily hair since it helps to seal it. 

Apple vinegar has an acid pH, which helps to close open cuticles and, as a consequence, end the frizz and give more shine to hair. That is fantastic, right? 

How to do this natural treatment at home?

Watch the video to learn the recipe!

Try it and share your opinions with us.

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The Best Kept Indian Secret Recipe to Make Hair Grow Faster

 The dream of many women is to have long and beautiful hair. Isn't it true? We already have some natural recipes to help you with that. 

In today's video, we will show you a cinnamon and coconut oil hair mask. Have you ever heard about this combination before? 

If you want your hair to grow faster and stronger,  you need to try this hair mask!

According to Liana Zingarino, a hairstylist from the John Frieda salon, in New York, coconut oil hydrates dry hair and makes it shinier and softer. Not to mention that it also avoids breakage and split ends. 

Cinnamon, on the other hand, is a powerful ingredient that not only stimulates blood circulation but also contributes to the growth and strength of the hair. Amazing, isn't it?

Write down the ingredients  

1 teaspoon cinnamon powder; 

1 teaspoon coconut oil; 

Making it is easy 

In a bowl, mix all ingredients until it is uniform and consistent. 

Then, apply the mask on your roots and massage your scalp. 

Let it act for 45 minutes and rinse. 

Repeat this procedure at least once a week.

Try it and share your opinions with us in the comments.

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