Why Fat-shaming is Horrible?

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Why Fat-shaming is Horrible?

July 23, 2019

Why Fat-shaming is Horrible? | Healthbiztips 
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Why Fat-shaming is Horrible? | Healthbiztips

@healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan | health blog

Fat-shaming is criticizing overweight people regarding their weight. If you think about it, humiliating  or mocking someone on the basis of their mass sounds rude and inappropriate.


Fat-shaming is wrong

Did you know that there are tons of things you can do to make your fellow uncomfortable. For example, staring at someone for an awfully long period of time.

If staring at someone can raise that level of annoyance, then imagine bullying people about their weight. The consequence is retaliation and outrage in a global scale.

Yes, that person can be fat, but it is no excuse to make fun or throw hurtful comments to them. You can't imagine what they're going through. The psychological effect of fat-shaming is devastating.



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There are individuals who argue that being overweight or obese is unhealthy and can in fact lead to serious health repercussions like diabetes and cancer. This argument is popularly use by people who encourage fat-shaming to justify their act. You can't wipe your hands clean by using this as an excuse to bully someone.

Unfortunately, fat-shaming is not a motivational tool, nor an act that raises people's health consciousness. It's a destructive force that can leave havoc to a person's mental and physical health.

Research shows that subjecting overweight people to fat-shaming are more likely to consume more calories. Furthermore, these acts of shaming can increase a person's risk of developing depression, and eating disorder.

Know this, even overweight people who watched a fat-shaming video also have a high tendency to overeat.



Depression and Suicide

You do not know what that person is going through so be careful with your words. There are plenty of factors that can lead to obesity like genetics, medical condition, post traumatic stress disorder, stress, anxiety,  depression, and other mental health problems. So, don't take loosing weight as a light matter.

Fat-shaming makes it worse for those people who experience and seen it. It's a form of bullying that increase a person's risk of depression.

At it's worse, depression can compel a person to take his or her life.


Bottom line is be careful with your words as they can have serious effect to a person, a community, countries, the Internet, and even to you.

Does Alkaline Water Treatment effectively Cures Cancer?

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Does Alkaline Water Treatment effectively Cures Cancer?

July 11, 2019

Does Alkaline Water Treatment effectively Cures Cancer | Healthbiztips
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Does Alkaline Water Treatment effectively Cures Cancer | Healthbiztips

@healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan | health blog

The notion that drinking alkaline water efficiently kills cancer lies in the fact that cancer cells do not thrive in an alkaline environment. However, there is no scientific evidence that backs up this claim.

The effectiveness of alkaline water as an alternative natural treatment for cancer remains shrouded in controversy. While cancer cell can not thrive in a environment with high levels of alkalinity, so is the human body.

The normal blood pH level, which ranges from 7.35 - 7.45, is in fact alkaline. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, in which 7 is considered the neutral pH. pH level above 7 is alkaline, while ranges below 7 is acidic.

When blood pH level increase in alkalinity in which it's range exceeds 7.45, disruptions in the bodily processes occurs which can manifest as symptoms that includes nausea, vomiting, dizziness, muscle spasm, confusion, difficulty of breathing, and can progress to coma and even death.


What is alkaline water?

Unlike normal water which has a neutral pH, alkaline water has a pH range of 8 to 9. Even so, since the human body has an internal mechanism of keeping blood pH level within normal range, under normal condition, drinking alkaline water does not affect the pH of the blood.

You have to understand that keeping the blood pH level within normal range is critical to survival. Any deviation from the normal range can prove disruptive and deadly.


In conclusion, if you'd like to purchase alkaline water, it's relatively safe to drink, but not a proven effective treatment to heal cancer.

Moving your Eyes from side-to-side Improves Memory

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Moving your Eyes from side-to-side Improves Memory

July 09, 2019

Moving your Eyes from side-to-side Improves Memory | Healthbiztips 
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Moving your Eyes from side-to-side Improves Memory | Healthbiztips

@healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan | psychology blog

Memory is a crucial part of our everyday life, whether you have an upcoming examination or just trying to remember the name of the person  you've just met. Did you know that you can actually boosts your brain power simply by shifting your gaze from side to side in as short as 30 seconds.

Research by Andrew Parker and his colleagues uncovers that moving the eyes from side to side help people recall words. You may be wondering if moving the eyes up and down hacks the brain to enhance your memory, however, their studies reveal that it does not.

How is this possible? Moving the eyes from side to side for 30 seconds works because it triggers both hemisphere of the brain to interact. When you move your eyes to the right, it activates the left hemisphere of your brain, and when you move your eyes to the left, it activates the right part of your brain.


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Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review

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Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review

July 08, 2019

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

@healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan | beauty blog

I got my hands into these extremely cute and lovable odorless mild wipes by the brand Miniso which carries the image of the beloved catoon series "We Bear Bear". Miniso is officially licensed by Cartoon Network to present Grizz, Panda, and ice Bear into their items.

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

At a Miniso store, these We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes are sold by packages that contains 10 individually wrapped wet wipes. Each individual resealable package contains 8 odorless wet wipes.

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

I like how the packaging looks so pretty. It's so adorable. Each individual package is small enough to fit in a small pouch which makes it a handy travel companion.

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

The quality of these wet wipes are really good. These are odorless so of course, these doesn't contain any fragrances nor any irritating aroma.

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso's wet wipes doesn't dry the skin because these products do not contain alcohol. In fact, it is hydrating to the skin because it contains aloe vera.

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Any feedback or reviews you'd like to share about this personal care product? Leave me a comment below.


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Miniso Adventure Time - Baby Wet Wipes Review

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review Part 2

Extreme Yoga poses Injures Osteoporotic bone

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Extreme Yoga poses Injures Osteoporotic bone

July 08, 2019

Extreme Yoga poses Injures Osteoporotic bone | Healthbiztips
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Is yoga an ideal exercise for people with osteoporosis? | Healthbiztips

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While yoga, as a form of physical exercise, is a great way to improve mobility and strength in people with osteoporosis, research reveals that yoga poses that exerts great pressure on the spine can cause injury and fracture.

Individuals with osteoporosis have reduce bone density which makes their bones weak and vulnerable to pressure. Therefore, they should avoid physical activity that puts extreme pressure and stress on their bones.

Yoga is considered a low to medium intensity exercise which many people find appealing because of it's simplicity and incredible health benefits. It is undeniable that doing yoga does grant individuals with several health advantages such as increase joint mobility, improve muscle strength, and reduce weight.

It is worth knowing that yoga takes various forms. Yoga can incorporate meditation, breathing exercise, and physical poses in varying pacing and intensity. While there are strenuous poses, there are low impact yoga poses that does not compromise the spine which people with osteoarthritis can safely practice in general.

It is recommended that those afflicted with osteoporosis consult with their health care provider or physical therapist to create a suitable exercise regimen that is customized to their physical ability and health needs.

Osteoporosis causes the bone to become fragile so it is crucial to avoid too much exertion on it. It's not just extreme yoga poses that osteoporotic individual should be wary of. Any physical activity that puts intense weight, or flexes or extends the spine excessively can have serious repercussion.

Resource:

Mayo Clinic. "People with osteoporosis should avoid spinal poses in yoga, study says." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 21 February 2019. https://www.sciencedaily.com/

Miniso Adventure Time - Baby Wet Wipes Review

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Miniso Adventure Time - Baby Wet Wipes Review

July 05, 2019

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso Adventure Time - Baby Wet Wipes (5*10 Sheets) Review | Healthbiztips 

@healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan | beauty blog

For all those Adventure Time enthusiast, here's an exciting skincare product that's rocking it up -- Miniso's Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes. Miniso partnered with Cartoon Network to bring you this awesome skincare product!

Who doesn't miss the adventure of Finn the human and Jake the dog from the animated television series "Adventure Time". The nostalgia is real.

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

You can purchase the Adventure Time Baby wipes at any Minoso store.

I just love how the packaging is so cute and colorful. It comes in a transparent plastic wrap that contains 5 individually packed wet wipes. Each wet wipe is resealable.

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

This skincare product is ideal to be used for a baby's sensitive skin. It contains moisturizing ingredients like glycerin and aloe.

As the product name entails, it is a baby wet wipes, but I dare say adults aren't forbidden from having an adventure with this product! It's a wet wipe after all. Silly me.

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

This product doesn't contain alcohol so it's great for people who can't tolerate alcohol because of it's drying effect. However, do note that this product is not organic. It contains preservative such as benzalkonium chloride.

Ingredients of Miniso Adventure TimebBaby Wet Wipes:

Aqua, Glycerin, Aloe Yohjyu, Matsu Ekisu, Benzalkonium chloride, Chlorphenesin, Cetylpyridinium chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid.

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

It's Fin!

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Yey! It's adventure time! It's undeniable that the power of their marketing strategy in using Adventure Time is the main reason that brought this product into our doorstep!

Nevertheless, the quality of Miniso's baby wet wipes is good.

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso brand, which started in 2013 has grown into a global retail store with many branches reaching multiple countries.

Here in the Philippines, this brand is well known. This bundle of 5 wet wipes costs 119.00 Philippine pesos.



Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

There's a lot of controversy surrounding Miniso because supposedly, it's a Japanese inspired company, but they're really based on China. Look at the packaging, "Minoso Japan" is clearly imprinted.

It says on the packaging that this wet wipes is manufactured in Tokyo Ginza, Japan and it is distributed for MINISO INTERNATIONAL HONGKONG LIMITED. This can lead to some confusion over it's real country of origin.

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Overall, Miniso's Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes is an appealing and affordable skincare product that not only cleanses the skin, but also touches the heart of avid Adventure Time lovers.

Any feedback or reviews you'd like to share about this personal care product? Leave me a comment below.

Related blog post:

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review Part 2

Miniso We Bare Bears Odorless Mild Wipes Review

It takes longer for liars to respond on text messenges

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It takes longer for liars to respond on text messenges

July 03, 2019

It takes longer for liars to respond on text messages | Healthbiztips

It takes longer for liars to respond on text messages | Healthbiztips

@healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan | psychology blog

Have you ever had that gut instinct that someone is not being truthful on their response to your text messages? Well, it turns out there are clues to know if someone is indeed lying. One of those is to take a closer look into their response time. You see, it takes an individual longer to respond to a text message or chat when they are telling a lie.

It is often hard to  find out if someone is lying on their text message because unlike in a face to face interaction, we do not have the benefit of seeing real time facial expression and body language that can potentially give them away.

Yes, it is undeniable that pointing out that someone is lying simply on the basis that it took them a hefty long time to respond may seem unfair and downright wrong. That's because although this method is proven by research to have significance, it is not foolproof.

You can't convict a liar solely on the fact that it takes them a long time to respond, but it does give you a good factor to consider when judging to the true intent and nature of that person.


Resources:

Brigham Young University. (2013, September 5). People who lie while texting take longer to respond. ScienceDaily. Retrieved June 18, 2019 from www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/09/130905113654.htm

Cannabis reduces Empathy

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Cannabis reduces Empathy

July 02, 2019

Cannabis reduces Empathy | Healthbiztips
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Cannabis reduces Empathy | Healthbiztips

@healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan | psychology blog | health blog

What if I tell you that there is a substance that can weaken your ability to understand emotions and empathize with other people. That's just tragic because a person's capability to read the emotion of others is a crucial part of social interaction and emotional intelligence. What is it?

It's cannabis.

Surrounded with controversy, cannabis is prized for it's medical and recreational use. You may be more familiar with it's other name--marijuana. It's considered an illicit drug in parts of the world.

Research reveal that cannabis users have smaller region of the brain in the part known as left rostral anterior cingulate cortex which controls the ability to empathize and process emotion.

Individuals who use cannabis have reduced ability in discriminating positive facial expressions such as those of happiness and sadness. On the contrary, cannabis users were found to have higher capability to detect faces showing negative emotions like fear and anger.

Cannabis contains bioactive components which alters the chemicals and neurotransmitter in the brain that leads to behavior and cognitive changes. Individuals who tend to use cannabis more frequently have been shown to have more pronounced difficulty in identifying emotions.

It's not just emotional awareness that cannabis tampers with. The consumption of this substance have known effects both mentally and physically:

• inability to concentrate
• cognitive deficit
• difficulty making sound decision
• decrease risk perception
• changes in appetite
• alteration in sleep pattern

Resources:

Troup LJ, Bastidas S, Nguyen MT, Andrzejewski JA, Bowers M, Nomi JS (2016) An Event-Related Potential Study on the Effects of Cannabis on Emotion Processing. PLoS ONE 11(2): e0149764. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0149764

source: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0149764