Tim Guzman, Author at Epidemiology & Vaccinology

Side Effects Of Using Exercise Bikes

11/07/2020 Tim Guzman

Cycling offers mental and physical health benefits of outdoor practice and improved cardiovascular energy. But be aware of the negative effects that can have on your posture. I am not saying that cycling is not good. It has innumerable physical and mental health benefits, especially on cardiovascular and muscular strength. But if you understand the negative things to look for, you can put together a good round fitness routine to minimize any damage related to cycling.

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Stem Cell Therapy for Knee Arthritis

05/23/2020 Tim Guzman

Arthritis is a condition that causes severe pain, inflammation, and stiffness in one or more joints. Although any part of the joint in the body can be affected by this condition, the knee is the most common joint affected by this disease. Knee arthritis is a condition that is most commonly seen in old age men and women. The knee joint comprises three bones, namely thigh bone, shin bone, and knee cap. All these three surfaces are covered with cartilage, …

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Benefits of Ergonomics In The Workplace (Guide)

12/01/2019 Tim Guzman

Nobody can contest the fact that a healthy employee is an asset to any organization. A healthy employee can contribute positively to the growth and development of the organization. To make sure that the employees stay in good health, it’s the duty of every organization to improve the ergonomics of the office and workplace, and taking the comfort and safety of the employee into consideration. Many organizations now stress on designing the workplace in such a way so as to …

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What Is Ortho-K And How Can You Benefit From It?

11/21/2019 Tim Guzman

Individuals who suffer from a refractive error (whether it is nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or childhood myopia) usually turn to the use of eyeglasses or contact lenses to correct their vision. LASIK or PRK are also considered by some to reduce their dependence on eyewear.

However, refractive surgery is not for everyone. Children, for example, are too young to be good candidates for refractive surgery. Likewise, certain eye conditions such as severe dry eye syndrome may prevent individuals from being a …

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Why You Need To Carry Your Own Medicines When Traveling

11/18/2019 Tim Guzman

One of the more common tips for traveling light is not to pack things you can just buy at your destination. A few examples include toiletries, body, hair, and skincare products. Travelers can sometimes even buy clothes where they are planning to go to lighten their load.

There are many ways to reduce the weight of your baggage. But one point of contention may involve packing medicines.

Why you need to pack your own medicines

In most cases, unless you …

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5 Helpful Apps to Track Your Strength Increases

11/07/2019 Tim Guzman

Are you thinking of adding some muscle? Or do you find your fitness apps too casual for your serious workout routine?

Well, there are so many workout apps and muscle training apps out there that it can be hard to decide on the best one to use. But no need to worry, we have compiled a list of 5 amazing apps to help you track your workout routine and progress.

1. eGym

Don’t be that guy who runs around …

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6 Common Causes of Hair Loss in Men

11/04/2019 Tim Guzman

Hair loss is a scary topic for men, both young and old. Statistics show that about 40% of men in their thirties, and 90% of men above age 50, are susceptible to hereditary hair loss. Interestingly, baldness can happen as early as puberty. Also known as androgenetic alopecia, over 50 million American men experience male pattern baldness. The biggest culprit remains genes and genetics, although medications, diets, and hormones tend to have similar effects.

Here are the 6 top …

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5 Health Benefits of Meditation

10/18/2019 Tim Guzman

Meditation is well-known among Americans. It’s not surprising, given that this activity boasts massive benefits to the mind and body. The number of conditions that can be alleviated by daily practice is said to benefit the aging population more. The easy and simple procedure of meditation eliminates the need to have high levels of fitness, thus it is the best complementary treatment for older people. But of course, meditation is not only tailor-made for the seniors. People of all …

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5 Natural Ways to Relieve PMS Symptoms

09/27/2019 Tim Guzman

Over 90% of women suffer from premenstrual syndrome (PMS). One or two weeks before their period, they start experiencing various symptoms. For some women, these symptoms are merely noticeable and easy to put up with. For others, they become so intense and disturbing that they end up interfering with their routine.

The main cause of these symptoms are the fluctuations in hormone levels. However, other factors, like yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis can aggravate them as well. Many …

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Preparing For The Winter Cold And Flu Season

09/26/2019 Tim Guzman

It’s Important To Prepare Early

In the not too distant future, colds and the flu will start affecting people across the country. You will start to notice more people coughing and sniffling in your home and workplace as we come into the winter months, so we thought it was time to start talking about the different things that you can do to prepare for the winter months. Getting ready for the winter months is the best way to avoid a …

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