Life as a smoker has never been as difficult as it is today: warning labels on cigarette packs, smoke-free zones in public buildings, price increases, and almost daily bad news in the media. Non-smokers are angry at their fellow citizens who smoke. And yet the number of smokers is rising. Around 100,000 young people worldwide start smoking every day. In this article, we discuss the reasons why people start smoking and what are good reasons to quit.
Archives for August 2025
Why You Should Use Up Your Vacation Leave
We are currently at the peak of the holiday season, but instead of drinking coconut water on the beach, hiking the mountains and enjoying what life has to offer, a surprising number of people are reluctant to take time out from work. Recent research shows that about 20% of employees do not take their full vacation leave entitlement. Find out what are the reasons for that trend, why it is so important to take a vacation, and how you get the best out of your off time without breaking the bank.
Quenching the Fires of Heart Disease
Summer was the busiest and best season for Ken, the owner of a small-engine repair shop. But Ken’s long hours and hectic schedule were interrupted—permanently. At age 46, overweight and a smoker, Ken’s first symptom of heart trouble was his last—he fell victim to a sudden, fatal heart attack. Ken had been sure he was fine. He had never had chest pain or shortness of breath. Ken’s story is not uncommon. Almost half of US adults suffer from cardiovascular diseases. Discover how you can reverse this dangerous trend with some simple lifestyle changes.
How Do Emotions Affect Your Everyday Life?
Emotions have the power to drive our actions on a day-to-day basis, and they influence our physiology, or our bodies, more than we think. Understanding how our emotions affect us and our relationships can help us achieve better emotional well-being. Find out what the three components of our emotions are, and what they have to do with emotional intelligence.
Basil – More Than Just a Spice
Especially in summer, when tomatoes are in season, basil is an indispensable ingredient in the kitchen. It is a very popular spice in Italian cuisine. But there is much more to it than just seasoning our plates. Discover the manifold ways that basil can benefit our health.