In today’s world, we are exposed to numerous chemicals daily, many of which can interfere with our hormonal balance. Known as endocrine disruptors, these hormone-disrupting chemicals can mimic or interfere with the body’s hormones, leading to a range of health issues. Here’s a guide on the “Dirty Dozen” hormone disruptors you absolutely must avoid to protect your health and well-being. 12 Worst Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals 1. Bisphenol A (BPA) Where It’s Found: Plastic containers and bottles Canned food linings Receipts Why to Avoid: BPA mimics estrogen and can disrupt hormonal balance. It has been linked to reproductive issues, heart disease, and developmental problems in children. Use BPA-free products. Avoid microwaving plastic containers. Opt for glass, stainless steel, or BPA-free plastic. 2. Phthalates Where They’re Found: Personal care products (shampoos, lotions) Plastic toys Vinyl flooring Why to Avoid: Phthalates interfere with testosterone and have been linked to reproductive abnormalities and reduced fertility. How to Avoid: Choose phthalate-free personal care products. Avoid plastic toys marked with recycling code 3. Opt for natural flooring materials. 3. Perfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs) Where They’re Found: Ezoic Non-stick cookware Stain-resistant fabrics Fast food packaging Why to Avoid: PFCs are known hormone-disrupting chemicals and can disrupt thyroid function and have been associated with cancer, liver damage, and developmental issues. Ezoic How to Avoid: Use PFC-free cookware like stainless steel or cast iron. Avoid stain-resistant treatments on fabrics. Reduce consumption of fast food. 4. Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs) Where They’re Found: Flame retardants in furniture Electronics Building materials Why to Avoid: PBDEs can disrupt thyroid hormones and have been linked to neurodevelopmental issues in children. How to Avoid: Look for PBDE-free furniture and electronics. Regularly dust and vacuum your home to reduce exposure. 5. Dioxins Where They’re Found: Animal fats Industrial processes Contaminated soil and water Why to Avoid: Dioxins interfere with immune and reproductive systems and are classified as human carcinogens. How to Avoid: Reduce consumption of animal fats. Choose organic foods to reduce pesticide exposure. Support environmental regulations that limit dioxin emissions. 6. Atrazine Where It’s Found: Herbicides used on crops Drinking water Why to Avoid: Atrazine is an herbicide that can disrupt hormone function and has been linked to reproductive issues and birth defects. How to Avoid: Choose organic produce. Use a water filter that removes atrazine. 7. Organophosphate Pesticides Where They’re Found: Pesticides used on crops Household pest control products Why to Avoid: These pesticides can interfere with brain development and hormone function, leading to cognitive deficits and developmental delays. How to Avoid: Buy organic produce. Use natural pest control methods at home. 8. Glycol Ethers Where They’re Found: Paints and solvents Cleaning products Brake fluid Why to Avoid: Glycol ethers can damage fertility and unborn children and have been linked to blood abnormalities and liver toxicity. How to Avoid: Choose low-VOC or VOC-free paints. Use natural cleaning products. Avoid unnecessary exposure to industrial solvents. 9. Arsenic Where It’s Found: Contaminated water Rice and rice products Pressure-treated wood Why to Avoid: Arsenic exposure can disrupt endocrine function and has been linked to cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. How to Avoid: Test your water for arsenic and use appropriate filters. Limit consumption of rice and diversify your grains. Avoid using pressure-treated wood in gardening and playgrounds. 10. Mercury Where It’s Found: Fish (especially large predatory fish) Dental amalgams Industrial emissions Why to Avoid: Mercury can interfere with brain function and hormone production, posing significant risks to pregnant women and young children. How to Avoid: Limit consumption of high-mercury fish like shark, swordfish, and king mackerel. Choose mercury-free dental fillings. Support policies that reduce mercury emissions. 11. Perchlorate Where It’s Found: Contaminated drinking water Some vegetables and fruits Fireworks and explosives Why to Avoid: Perchlorate disrupts thyroid function, which is crucial for metabolism and brain development. How to Avoid: Use a water filter that removes perchlorate. Choose organic produce when possible. Support environmental regulations to reduce perchlorate contamination. 12. Lead Where It’s Found: Old paint and plumbing Contaminated soil Imported toys and jewelry Why to Avoid: Lead exposure can severely disrupt hormone function and cause neurological damage, particularly in children. How to Avoid: Test your home for lead if it was built before 1978. Use lead-free products and toys. Maintain a clean home to reduce lead dust. Conclusion Hormone disruptors are pervasive in our environment, but being aware of the “Dirty Dozen” and taking proactive steps to avoid them can significantly reduce your risk of hormone-related health issues. By choosing safer products, supporting clean food and water initiatives, and advocating for stricter regulations on harmful chemicals, you can protect yourself and your family from the adverse effects of these endocrine disruptors. Stay informed and make conscious choices to maintain a healthy hormonal balance and overall well-being.

A simulation showing what would happen if you were to be swallowed by a whale is unlocking a new fear in people. Not only that, a recent incident in Chile proved that while the chance of being swallowed by a whale is slim, it’s not impossible. Last weekend, Adrián Simancas was kayaking with his father through the Strait of Magellan, off Chile’s Patagonian coast, with his father, Dell, when Adrián was suddenly swallowed up by a whale. The horrifying moment was caught on camera by Dell and, by means of a miracle, Adrián survived the ordeal. Adrián admitted that he thought he was a goner. “At first I thought I had died,” he told Associated Press. “It was like, of course, a lot of terror because I thought no, no, there was nothing I can do.” Going on to recall the moment it happened, Adrián said: “I saw something between blue and white that passed close to my face and it was like on one side and above me. I didn’t understand what was happening and then I felt like I was drowning.” Now, a simulation of what would happen to you if you were swallowed by a whale is doing the rounds. Zack D Films made the viral clip last year and it left people ‘traumatized’. To date, the video has been viewed a staggering 62 million times. The narrator says in the video: “If you were swallowed by a sperm whale you would be squeezed down its massive throat. You’d continue down its esophagus and into a series of stomach chambers that are filled with digestive acids.” This is certainly as terrible as it sounds, and this is emphasized by the dummy used in the simulation having a permanent screaming face. The narrator continued: “These acids would immediately start breaking down your body but even if you managed to avoid the acid, the lack of air inside the whale would quickly cause you to suffocate.” Commenting on video, one person penned: “Bro I swear this channel gives me unlocking phobias.” “This is ACTUALLY traumatizing, not just a slightly weird animation,” penned someone else. “What makes it scarier is that theres no light and the smell, whenever you try to ask for help no one would hear you and you will just rot there,” another added. Fortunately, this wasn’t the case for Adrián though and he was spat out by the whale that swallowed him then towed back to safety by his father.

The concept of ‘life after death’ in many religious scriptures generally considers our souls transcend to a happier, harmonious place when we die, unless you’ve been a bad guy in your mortal life in which case, it might be downstairs to a burning land of purgatory for you. Others believe we reincarnate into another being, while some think the light is simply snuffed out into an eternal void of nothingness. However, science is coming to the rescue for those of us consumed by death anxiety, as new research suggests our brains could be transporting our souls to the afterlife. Back in ancient Greece times, Greeks believed the dearly departed had their souls transported across the River Styx and into the afterlife by ‘the ferryman’, which UK researchers have found might have an element of truth to it. Scientists at the Imperial College London studied a psychedelic neurochemical and found it could be helping the human soul pass over into nirvana when we die. Similar articles to this Powered by DMT (Dimethyltryptamine) is a naturally occurring molecule that is found in plants, animals, and possibly the human brain. The science suggests only those on the verge of death see some sort of portal that transitions them into death (Getty Images) It is possible to take DMT recreationally as a drug, which the Alcohol and Drug Foundation warns can prompt some serious hallucinations, like seeing or hearing things that don’t exist. Yet the British scientists claim DMT could also be responsible for the vivid hallucinations that many have reported when in a near-death experience. Countless survivors who have warded off the clutches of death say they experienced such visions, with even more emerging back to life with a fresh perspective on the afterlife. Many who have had a near-death experience say they had an out-of-body experience (Getty Images) For instance, an atheist said he had an out-of-body experience while medics performed CPR on him and he managed to visit his dad before regaining consciousness, while a Christian woman said the ‘hand of God’ took her to both heaven and hell-like places. Another woman ‘came back to life’ after 27 minutes and scribbled a two-worded memo: “It’s real.” The study found such accounts corroborate with the types of experiences people who have taken DMT recreationally report, suggesting the brain is triggered into releasing this psychedelic neurochemical in the moments before death. David Luke, associate professor of psychology at the University of Greenwich in London, revealed such evidence has so far only been observed in animals, such as rats, but their data suggests it can also happen to humans. It comes down to the brain releasing DMT (Getty Images) The team tested similarities between the DMT state and near-death experiences by administrating the chemical and a placebo to 13 people. Publishing their results in the journal Frontiers in Psychology, the team found a ‘striking similarity’ between the two states in 2018, and in 2023 conducted more research on the matter. This time, they compared the experiences of one person who had both a near-death experience and a trip on a 5-MeO-DMT, which is a similar molecule to DMT but is less intense. The study revealed the participant enjoyed some ‘shared characteristics’ like ‘entering other worlds, meeting menacing or benevolent entities, experiencing synesthesia, perinatal regression, and lucid dreamlike properties’. However, what is strange is that some elements of his near-death experience did not occur during the 5MeO-DMT experiment, like encountering dead loved ones, seeing your life flash behind your eyes, or coming close to the white light or pearly gates of heaven that represent the point of no return between life and death. Essentially, visions of the afterlife may just be unique to those experiencing death – and not just the psychedelics produced in the brain.

If you needed a final push to kick the habit for good, this simulation may well be it… You may already know what happens to your lungs when you puff away on your cigarette but what about your brain? A ‘devastating’ study has revealed just how many minutes one cigarette can take off your life, but if that wasn’t enough to sway you, perhaps knowing the effect smoking can have on the brain may help you stop inhaling nicotine and tar once and for all. Animated Biomedical created a ‘3D representation of the effect smoking and nicotine have on your body and brain’ and shared the simulation to YouTube. “It takes around 10 seconds for the nicotine to reach your brain. This surge of nicotine is so satisfying that you immediately feel better. “Over time, your body gets used to the good feelings from nicotine and you can’t do without it. This means you’re addicted. “You feel good when your nicotine levels are high and bad when they’re low. This up and down effect goes on all day which is why it can be difficult to give up.” Indeed, Healthline adds nicotine ‘activates dopamine signals, creating a pleasurable sensation’ and you can end up developing a ‘tolerance’. And it’s not taken long for people to weigh in. One YouTube user commented: “Thank God. I stop smoking cigarette two month know.” “I have never smoked and I refuse to try it,” another said, while a third divulged their own personal experience, writing: “Please never touch one, my personal experience I bought a pac of cigarettes out of curiosity and decided to smoke 1 cigarette a day, after smoking just one cigarette for a couple of days I started have this strong craving to smoke another, it turned to two a day, when that pack cigarette was over I wanted to get another and a another soon I was smoking 3 a day and kept craving more, I developed an addiction so finally one day I decided to stop, it was the worst experience ever the withdrawal symptoms was so bad I wasn’t able to sleep although I was so tired and exhausted “[…] It was one of the worst experiences of my life. It was absolute hell for almost two months.” Healthline further explains you can ‘experience a variety of side effects including anxiety, irritability, and a strong craving for nicotine’ due to smoking having changed your brain and made you develop a dependence on nicotine. However, talking to your doctor, trying nicotine replacement therapies, getting counseling support, learning relaxation techniques and focusing on exercise, time with family, hobbies and sleep can all help you on the path to quitting for good.

Lupus is a common autoimmune disease that can cause a wide range of symptoms, affecting various organs such as the joints, skin, internal organs, and blood vessels. Because its symptoms mimic many other conditions, lupus can be difficult to diagnose. Typically, early symptoms appear in young adulthood and vary in severity and impact from person to person. This article will discuss the most common early symptoms of lupus and how to manage them. Common Early Symptoms of Lupus Lupus occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own tissues, leading to widespread inflammation and a variety of symptoms. The most prevalent early symptoms include: 1. General Fatigue Fatigue is one of the most common and debilitating symptoms of lupus, especially for women. Many patients experience persistent exhaustion, even after sufficient rest. Engaging in regular light to moderate exercise and taking vitamin D supplements may help manage fatigue. 2. Low-Grade Fever A mild fever without a clear cause is often an early sign of lupus. Patients may experience recurring low-grade fevers, typically below 101°F (38°C). Seeking medical advice can help in managing these symptoms and preventing flare-ups. 3. Joint Pain and Stiffness Lupus can cause inflammation in the joints, leading to pain, stiffness, and swelling, particularly in the morning. The severity of joint pain varies, and in rare cases, it may lead to permanent joint damage. Warm compresses may help relieve pain, but persistent discomfort should be addressed by a healthcare provider. 4. Skin Changes Skin manifestations are among the most recognizable symptoms of lupus. Common skin-related symptoms include: Inflammatory Skin Conditions: Lupus can cause inflammation in the small blood vessels near the skin, leading to ulcer-like lesions and rashes. Livedo Reticularis: A purplish, net-like discoloration of the skin due to blood vessel inflammation. Mouth and Nose Ulcers: Small red ulcers with white borders that appear inside the mouth or nose. Purpura: Small purple or red patches on the skin caused by bleeding beneath the surface. Raynaud’s Disease: A condition where the fingers and toes turn blue or white in cold temperatures due to restricted blood flow. Hives: Red, itchy welts that may persist for over 24 hours. In some cases, lupus causes a distinct “butterfly rash” across the cheeks and nose. 5. Digestive Issues Lupus can affect the digestive system, leading to symptoms such as: Nausea Vomiting Stomach pain Bloating and gas Common digestive issues linked to lupus include acid reflux, esophagitis, and stomach ulcers. Lifestyle changes, such as eating smaller meals, avoiding coffee, and sleeping with the head elevated, can help alleviate these symptoms. 6. Respiratory Problems Lupus-related inflammation can impact the respiratory system, causing conditions such as: Pleurisy: Inflammation of the lining surrounding the lungs, leading to chest pain and difficulty breathing. Pneumonitis: Inflammation of lung tissue that may result in shortness of breath and persistent coughing. If a patient experiences severe respiratory symptoms, including chest pain, shortness of breath, or fever, they should seek medical attention immediately. 7. Hair Loss Hair loss is a common early sign of lupus, often one of the first noticeable symptoms. It may occur due to damage to hair follicles or skin conditions affecting the scalp. In most cases, lupus-related hair loss is temporary. Other Early Symptoms of Lupus Muscle and Tendon Pain: Lupus can cause muscle aches and tendon inflammation, particularly in the elbows, fingers, and shoulders. Dry Mouth and Eyes: Some lupus patients develop Sjögren’s syndrome, an autoimmune disorder affecting tear and saliva production, sometimes causing vaginal dryness. Thyroid Disorders: Lupus patients have a higher risk of thyroid dysfunction. Sun Sensitivity: UV exposure can trigger lupus flare-ups and worsen skin rashes. Using sunscreen is crucial for managing this symptom. Medical Advice Recognizing the early symptoms of lupus and seeking medical attention promptly is essential for effective disease management. Early diagnosis and proper treatment can help control symptoms and prevent complications.

Liver damage is one of those afflictions that happens to almost every adult above the age of 40. It is a sign that you are not taking care of your body. But, do we always understand the signs? No. Sometimes, we think it is because of the things we eat, but it goes way deeper than that. Liver damage can be potentially fatal, depending upon the severity of it. Interestingly, your body keeps warning you about it. So, why not listen to it? Here are signs that you should look out for liver damage: Swelling of the Stomach One of those signs that hint at liver damage. Although, you need to properly realize the place it swells. What you are looking for is the upper left part, just behind the ribcage. If that part swells, you can be sure of liver damage. Stomach Pain The swelling is accompanied by stomach pain. It occurs just below the swelling and happens in intervals. If it gets beyond your suffering limit and you feel that your stomach is about to burst, go see a specialist immediately. Exhaustion Another definite indicator of liver damage. This happens because your liver isn’t being allowed to process all the toxins and yet the body needs to work more. This leads to exhaustion. The amount of protein starts decreasing in the body for the liver starts fizzling. This results in the blood not being able to thicken, thus leading to more wounds, which refuse to heal. Also, there is a direct correlation between people with liver problems and blood issues. People with liver problems have a lesser platelet count, which doesn’t allow their wounds to clot. Queasiness This is another indicator. People feel queasy when their liver refuses to work and this sickness lasts for a long time. Sometimes, it gets too much to bear and can also be fatal. What is needed at this point is a quick visit to the doctor, who would help you deal with it. Heaving Now, this might come in two different ways. One is dry, that is your stomach wrenching and gurgling because your liver is unable to maintain the disposal of toxins. The other being regurgitating the previous meal because your liver cannot digest food now. Loose Bowels Bowel related activities go completely haywire when the liver stops functioning. Hunger Issues This isn’t just a physical but a psychological problem too. When one has liver problems, their brain tends to signal the rest of the digestive system to not assimilate more food, for it would result in puking. Even if you might be ravenously hungry! Jaundice While it may seem something predominantly found in kids, jaundice can occur in adults too. When the liver stops functioning, the toxins deposited refuse to be destroyed and turn into bile. This bile then results in the yellowing of the eyes and urine, while the stool becomes light. The afflicted human should immediately start treatment.loading… Psychological Issues Psychologically, the repercussions to liver problems can go till the loss of concentration and focus. In some cases, it can also lead to Alzheimer’s. Don’t neglect these symptoms and take care of your health.

There are psychologists who studied body language and human behaviour, and they claim that how we sit could reveal a lot about our intentions and personality. When we sit down, we sit down unconsciously, but through our sub consciousness our instincts and intentions could be revealed. The following are the most common sitting positions and ways how the people place their legs while they are siting, which could reveal their secret intentions. Position 1 Persons who sit on this way are usually very easy to communicate, they are led by the idea that a problem could be solved by itself. Sometimes they could appear childish, but they are anything but dull. The main characteristic for this sitting position is that these individuals are dependably the first to state something, and after that they consider what they have said and the outcomes of the things they have said. Position 2 Persons who sit this way are very often referred as dreamers. They could be very creative and being in their company will never make you feel bored. These people are fun and they always come up with some new interesting ideas. Position 3 The people who sit this way know what comfort means. They are not going to spend a lot of time to look perfect, but they will still look as they actually do spend a lot of time doing that. Choosing the perfect perfume or face cream could be very difficult for them. Clothing their attitude is complex since they can get very picky about that thing. The other persons look at them as they are chaotic but that’s not true, since they know where everything is and where they have put it. Position 4 Persons who sit like this are irritated by those people who are not punctual. They are sensitive, intelligent, and prefer peace over conflicts and quarrels. When the person sits on this way, having the legs connected, and relying on the entire foot, you are dealing with a direct, open, and possibly a bit insolent Persons who sit this way are very often referred as dreamers. They could be very creative and being in their company will never make you feel bored.  These people are fun and they always come up with some new interesting ideas. Position 3 The people who sit this way know what comfort means. They are not going to spend a lot of time to look perfect, but they will still look as they actually do spend a lot of time doing that. Choosing the perfect perfume or face cream could be very difficult for them. Clothing their attitude is complex since they can get very picky about that thing. The other persons look at them as they are chaotic but that’s not true, since they know where everything is and where they have put it. Position 4 Persons who sit like this are irritated by those people who are not punctual. They are sensitive, intelligent, and prefer peace over conflicts and quarrels. When the person sits on this way, having the legs connected, and relying on the entire foot, you are dealing with a direct, open, and possibly a bit insolent

Bad circulation in and of itself is never good, however, it could mean that you have blocked arteries. Having a blocked artery can kill you. This is why it’s important to know the signs so you can catch this in time. Almost in all cases, poor circulation means you are in poor health and you need to go see your doctor. It could mean anything ranging from low blood pressure to heart problems to diabetes. What are some other things that may cause bad circulation? Smoking Sitting too much (see video at bottom for exercises to help circulation) Eating fast food, a lot Obesity (imagine that) Why is good circulation important? Every organ in your body depends on your free-flowing blood to receive the vital nutrients needed to function. Even if we slow down this process it can damage important organs like the brain and heart. Think of a traffic jam on the 405 in Los Angeles for instance. When this happens, there is zero productivity happening; no one is getting anything done (let’s pretend iPhones don’t exist for a minute) or delivering goods to areas that need it. In order for the city and surrounding areas to “stay alive,” we need traffic to flow. CHRONICALLY TIRED? CRAMPING UP? PAIN IN YOUR LEGS? This could be signs that you have peripheral artery disease. Here is the scary part, physicians frequently fail to detect peripheral artery disease (PAD) because the symptoms look like so many other health issues, according to the American Heart Association. And make no mistake, PAD can be very serious so it’s important to take matters into your own hands to help the doctor accurately see the problem. And make no mistake, PAD can be very serious so it’s important to take matters into your own hands to help the doctor accurately see the problem. So, what exactly is PAD? This occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries, a condition known as atherosclerosis. Over the years, this plaque can harden and constrict the arteries, essentially slowly choking your body. PAD normally affects the arteries in the legs. Symptoms Leg pain and cramping Numbness in legs Slower than normal healing Loss of hair on the legs Shiny skin Keep in mind that none of the above symptoms may occur or be as noticeable, so it’s best to put your attention towards preventive care measures. Prevention and Treatment Here are our top 3 suggestions: Increasing physical activity Eating a plant-based diet Quitting smoking and drinking alcohol Dietwise, consider eating more ginger (put it in your smoothies) and garlic. Vitamin E is particularly good for circulation, so nuts like almonds, Brazil nuts, and sunflower seeds. Also, you can’t go wrong with getting more antioxidants vitamins C, D, and E, beta-carotene, and selenium. This means hit your local farmer’s market and stock up on organic fruits and veggies.If you enjoyed this post, I’d be very grateful if you’d help it spread by emailing it to a friend, or sharing it on Pinterest. Thank you!

According to statistics, the average adult in the US spends about 2-4 hours a day tapping, typing, and swiping on their phones. Not surprisaingly, this digital addiction quite often leads to certain serious consequences — the constant looking down at your device puts additional pressure on the front and back of your neck. 1. TENNIS BALL MASSAGE What to do: Grab a tennis ball and start massaging the base of your skull with it in different ways. If you feel a tight area, add pressure to it for about 20-30 seconds, then release and continue massaging. Results: A tennis ball will help you restore your neck mobility by digging into your soft tissue and breaking up the tightness and stiffness in your muscles. 2. BOW POSE What to do:     Lie flat on your stomach with your chin on the floor and your arms placed at your sides.     Bend your knees so that your heels reach your buttocks.     Grab your ankles with both hands.     Inhale and lift your heels up to the ceiling and your thighs away from the floor. Pull your upper torso and head off the floor at the same time.     Hold the position for 10 seconds.     Slowly lower your body to the floor on an exhale. Results: Bow pose will help you fix rounded shoulders by opening them from the front and strengthening the muscles of your back as well. 3. CAMEL POSE What to do:     Kneel on the floor, place your knees hip-width apart and thighs perpendicular to the ground.     Put your hands on the back of your pelvis with your palms on the tops of your buttocks.     Gently pull your tail forward and lean your upper torso backward.     Grab your feet with both hands. If it’s not possible, turn your toes under to elevate your heels so that you can hold them with your hands.     Lower your head back and hold the pose for about 30-60 seconds, then return to the initial position. Results: Camel pose will help you relieve the stiffness in your neck muscles and increase mobility in this area. 4. COBRA POSE     Lie flat on your stomach, stretch your legs back, and place the tops of your feet on the floor.     Put your hands on the floor right under your shoulders.     Inhale and begin to lift your chest off the floor by straightening your arms. Press your tailbone toward the floor and curl your spine by slowly lowering your head backward until you feel a stretch.     Hold the position for about 15-30 seconds, then release back to the floor with an exhalation. Results: Cobra pose will help you lengthen the front muscles of your neck and realign the shoulders in order to restore a natural curve in your spine. 5. THE CHIN TUCK EXERCISE What to do:     Sit upright and place your fingers on your chin.     Keeping your eyes on the horizon, gently push your chin back toward your throat until you feel a stretch at the base of your head.     Hold the position for 5 seconds, then bring your chin forward again.     Repeat 10 times. Results: The chin tuck exercise will help you align your head directly over the torso, relieve the compression in your spine, and reduce the tightness in your neck muscles. 6. THE CORNER STRETCH What to do:     Face a corner of your room. Stand with your feet together about 2 feet away from the walls.     Put both forearms on the walls in front of you. Keep your elbows slightly below the height of your shoulders.     Lean toward the corner until you feel a stretch in your chest and shoulders.     Hold the pose for 30-60 seconds, then return to the initial position. Results: The corner stretch will help you strengthen the muscles of your neck and counteract pain and discomfort in this area. 7. NECK STRETCHES What to do:<     To perform a front neck stretch, slowly bend your chin down to your chest and hold the position for 15 seconds. Then lift your head back to the starting position. After this, bend your head backwards and hold the pose for 15 seconds as well. Repeat the exercise 10 times from both positions.     To do a side neck stretch, tilt your head directly to the left, drawing your left ear towards your left shoulder. Hold the position for 30 seconds, then return to the initial position and repeat the stretch with the other side. Do a total amount of 10 repetitions. Results: Neck stretches will help you restore proper alignment as well as prevent muscle tightness and pain in the neck.

Today there are thousands of products that are processed and contain chemicals, preservatives, and dyes. They are a big problem for our body because we are not prepared to digest such complex compounds. Our body takes a lot to do the digestion when we eat foods such as junk foods, soda, and treats. For example: when we eat a salad we can ingest it in a maximum of two hours, while a hamburger takes up to three days inside us and in the end leaves residues that could not be consumed completely. So well, we can illustrate what happens when we eat junk food every day, or even worse several times a day. But, in this case, we will not focus on something more common and even more deadly, soft drinks. These products contain more than one factor that can affect us at the health level and here we will tell you what they are. YOU WILL NOT DRINK THAT SODA AFTER READING THIS INFORMATION. We all know that coca cola is a very harmful product, it is widely known that its composition is equivalent to more than thirty tablespoons of sugar per container, which is a serious problem for those who drink this excessively. Too much sugar and glucose in our body can be the trigger for problems such as hypertension, obesity, heart failure, arthritis, artery blockages and more. Which is no small thing to take into consideration? WHEN WE CONSUME A CAN OF COLA WE CAN EXPERIENCE THE FOLLOWING EFFECTS: At ten minutes: You will have received all the sugar you need in a whole day, which is a big impact for the body. At twenty minutes: The liver converts the sugar into fat. At forty minutes: Glucose enters the blood, which increases blood pressure and your pupils dilate. At forty-five minutes, you begin to produce dopamine and your heart rate accelerates. Taking into account these effects, we can deduce that in excess we could cause cardiac arrest very easily, which is no small thing.