Keep dry feet healthy
Wearing the wrong shoes or spending too much time standing , can result in dry , itchy feet and areas of irritated or scaly skin . Without treatment , dry skin can thicken and crack open , leaving your feet vulnerable to infection .
Using a pumice stone , exfoliators and foot soaks will help remove dry skin from your feet . Regularly applying foot cream and removing dead skin will help keep the feet healthy and hydrated .
Cucumbers are cool
Since ancient times , people have grown cucumbers for food as well as medicinal purposes . They have long been part of the Mediterranean diet and the best part about cucumbers is , they offer big health benefits .
Cucumbers are 90 % water . They are known to dissolve kidney stones , contain antioxidants , help heal stomach ulcers , regulate blood pressure , rehydrate the body , relieve headaches and promote healthy skin .
Discover the power of aloe vera
Aloe vera gel is widely known to relieve sunburn and help heal wounds . But did you know that your favourite potted plant can be used for much more than sunburn relief and household décor ?
It may help lower cholesterol , stabilise blood sugar , reduce acne , soothe arthritis pain , reduce high blood pressure , strengthen gums and promote stronger and healthier teeth . Not bad for a household plant .
But remember : Talk to a healthcare professional before you take any plant or plant-derived supplements to replace or complement your prescribed treatment plan .
Hack your happy brain chemicals
Did you know that some simple activities can help boost the production of your feel-good hormones ?
Dopamine , known as the ‘ reward chemical ’, can be triggered by trying something new , listening to music or making a small list of tasks and completing them .
Serotonin , also called the mood stabiliser , can be ‘ switched on ’ by getting some sunlight , exercising , meditating or following a healthy diet .
Oxytocin , aka the ' love hormone ', is activated by getting or giving a massage , spending time with friends , showing affection or doing something nice for someone .
Endorphins , this pain reliever , can be stimulated by regular exercise , creating music or art , laughing or doing yoga and meditation .
Cell phones carry 10 times more bacteria than toilet seats
A shocking fact is that cell phones have more germs than your toilet seat !
Research shows that this is because cell phones are rarely cleaned . However , the number of germs on a phone isn ’ t the problem – it ’ s the sharing of phones between people . Without sharing , each phone carries just one set of germs and won ’ t make you sick . The problem is that we are in constant contact with our phones which are in close proximity to our faces and mouths . And , because it ’ s an electronic device , most people are hesitant about cleaning them .
To limit the spread of diseases from your cell phone , try not to share them and wipe them down with antibacterial wipes .
Bonitas Member Magazine Issue 3 / 2024
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