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Candle Meditation: Can Staring into a Flame Increase Your Focus?
Some say humans now have the attention span of a goldfish - about 8 seconds - although not everyone agrees. Regardless, it's fair to say that relaxation and concentration are two qualities people want more from. Can you calm your mind and calm your nerves by focusing on a single object, a candle? According to the ancient technique of candlelight meditation, the answer is probably yes. Experts and some studies show that candle gazing meditation can help enhance cognitive function, mental health, and spiritual connection. But how does it work? Is it safe for your eyes to stare into a candle flame? Please read carefully to find out.

Red Blood Cells in Exercise: Effects of Exercise and Training on Red Blood Cell Oxygen Supply

6 Steps to Accepting Your Emotions

Men need more rest

How to live your best life as you age
You can't stand in front of a checkout line and at least see some magazine headlines about how to look younger. While it's not uncommon to fear a few wrinkles and sagging, there's a lot more to aging. Aging gracefully isn't about looking like you're in your 20s, it's about living your best life and having the physical and mental health to enjoy it. Just like a bottle of wine, with the proper care, you can get better with age. Read on to learn what to do and what not to do in your pursuit of growing older happily.

Inflammation: What you need to know

What causes chronic pain?
As the wound heals, the pain usually becomes less severe. However, chronic pain is different from typical pain. With chronic pain, your body continues to send pain signals to your brain even after the injury heals. This can last from weeks to years. Chronic pain can limit your mobility and reduce your flexibility, strength, and endurance. This can make completing daily tasks and activities challenging.
Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts for at least 12 weeks. The pain may feel sharp or dull, causing a burning or aching sensation in the affected area. It may be steady or it may be intermittent, coming and going without any apparent reason. Chronic pain can occur almost anywhere in your body. Pain may be felt differently in different affected areas.

The 6 Best Extra Firm Mattresses of 2023

How to Support Your Body's Largest Organ: Skin
When you think of organs, the first things that probably come to mind are your heart, lungs, and kidneys. But you might be overlooking your body's largest, most visible organ: your skin. Skin doesn't just look good, it plays a vital role in protecting your body from harmful organisms and regulating body temperature. It's not just something you see in the mirror every day. Good skin health leads to better overall health.

A guide to managing anxiety in the workplace

Differences Between CPAP, APAP, and BiPAP as Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatments

Can CPAP machines be used for COVID-19?
If you develop COVID-19, you may be wondering whether a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine can be helpful. This is the device most commonly used for sleep apnea patients. The answer is no. CPAP machines are not useful for people who have or are recovering from mild to moderate COVID-19 at home. While CPAP machines have been used in hospital settings as a non-invasive way to manage severe hypoxia (low oxygen levels) in COVID-19, studies have found that traditional oxygen therapy is equally effective and easier to deliver. This article takes a closer look at what a CPAP machine is and why it's not particularly helpful for COVID-19 patients.