Wrinkles, also known as rhytides, are folds in your skin. As you age, your skin produces less of the proteins collagen and elastin. This makes your skin thinner and less resistant to damage. Environmental exposure, dehydration, and toxins can all make your face more likely to develop pronounced wrinkles. Wrinkles are a natural part of getting older, and there’s no… Read More »
Marriage is wonderful, but it takes work. Whether you are newlyweds or have been married for a long time, there are rough patches in any marriage. If you feel like you need to up your game, there are some steps you can follow to make your wife happier every day. Appreciate her. Married couples can get comfortable with each… Read More »
We’ve all been there. You’re just drifting off to sleep when seemingly out of the blue, your body jerks you back to wakefulness once more. Although they are extremely common (it’s estimated that up to 70% of people experience them regularly), these starts – also known as ‘hypnic jerks’ – can be alarming. So, what causes them? And… Read More »
Leukonychia is where white lines or specks show up on your finger or toenails. This is an extremely regular issue and entirely harmless. Numerous sound grown-ups have these spots sooner or later in their lives, so creating them is likely not an indication of a genuine medicinal condition. For a few people, the white spots may show up… Read More »
Stress really can make your hair go grey, scientists have found. As the pressure builds, the stem cells that replenish your hair color become damaged, leaving the tell-tale silver crown, a study has shown. But the very visible sign of aging appears to also have a beneficial effect – reducing the risk of cancer, a leading expert has… Read More »
King Solomon is credited with a lot. He knew everything, he could turn lead into gold, conjure demons and become invisible. Jamaicans even credit him with discovering marijuana. If you know the Captain Marvel comic book superhero, the keyword he uses to change from Billy Batson to Captian Marvel is an acronym, SHAZAM – the S stands… Read More »
Whether gripping a steering wheel or scrubbing dishes, hands are the workhorses of the body. “They are exposed to sunlight, extreme temperatures, and a lot of wear and tear,” says Nelson Lee Novick, a clinical professor of dermatology at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, in New York City. And by age 30 skin-cell production decreases by 10… Read More »
Plaintiffs in a personal injury case can often be intimidated by a notice that the defense wants to depose them. A deposition is a standard part of most civil lawsuits and it’s important for the plaintiff to keep calm about this part of the process. Depositions are, however, important; the person being deposed (called a deponent) is giving… Read More »
Bank lending has really been tight over the last few years. Most business owners now think that the only word their banker can say is “no.” The reason: This last financial crisis has changed the lending game. Banks and other lenders will not just provide you a business loan because you have a great smile or a novel… Read More »
Stress can make women infertile, research has revealed. Scientists found that those with high levels of a stress hormone stop ovulating and are therefore unable to conceive. Women with hectic jobs are those most at risk, and are often most in denial about the stress in their lives, say, researchers. They also found that simple ‘talking therapies’ can… Read More »