If you are like most people, you go into the holiday season with the best of intentions for staying healthy and abstaining from eating large amounts of unhealthy food. However, sometimes temptation can get the best of you, and you slip during the holiday season. If this happens to you, the last thing you want to do is beat yourself up about it and continue to engage in unhealthy habits as a result of your guilt.…
Read More »When it comes to divorce, kids tend to experience a host of negative effects that can lead to academic suffering, a serious chance of being incarcerated at some point, and even indulgence in drugs and alcohol. But if you take steps to address the emotions that your child experiences as you go through a divorce, you’ll find that they are less likely to focus on the negative aspects of the situation and instead they will be encouraged to work on finding ways to manage their emotions in a productive way.…
Read More »The American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology says that as much as 30 percent of the worldwide population suffers from allergic rhinitis. If you’re one of these individuals, you know that dealing with allergies is absolutely no fun, especially when over-the-counter medications simply aren’t doing the trick for you. If you’re looking for a natural way to combat your seasonal allergies, here are five things that you may want to give a try:…
Read More »Almost one out of seven men can expect to be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in their lives. This silent killer can develop into a severe health issue with few symptoms to signal its presence. If it’s detected early, it can be cured with little impact to your life. Here is what you need to know about this disease and how to keep it from affecting your health.…
Read More »If one of your parents, relatives, or siblings has been diagnosed with diabetes, or you are a member of certain racial/ethnic groups, you could be at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes. There are three things you should know about this risk. 1. Your risk of getting diabetes has been found to significantly higher due to genetic differences. Researchers have found mutations in several genes that can make you more predisposed to type 2 diabetes, so if you have a close relative with the condition, you will want to be more alert to the possibility of developing it yourself.…
Read More »As people age, many have some degree of significant hearing loss. Of those affected with this loss, many do not wear a hearing aid when they could benefit by using one. Hearing Aid Resistance In previous years, a hearing aid was a large, clumsy device worn behind or on top of the ear. The stigma and inconvenience of wearing one of these devices made people with hearing loss hesitant to use them.…
Read More »If you are an athlete who competes in any kind of sport, acupuncture should definitely be added into your health regime. There are many things that you should be doing on a regular basis that will allow you to have the endurance you need to perform in your sport, but you will also want some of the benefits that acupuncture provides, which are: Allowing the Body to Heal Itself:…
Read More »If you’re experiencing pain towards the inside of your knee, it’s important to figure out what’s causing it. Some causes of inner knee pain are rather minor and require no treatment beyond some rest and ice, while others may require surgical repair. Here’s a look at three possible causes of medial knee pain. Medial Collateral Ligament Injuries The medial collateral ligament runs along the shin bone and attaches to the knee on its inside surface.…
Read More »Lasik surgery is a very common type of surgery that corrects eyesight and various other conditions involving the eyes. It is most often recommended if you are nearsighted or farsighted, though some people with astigmatism also opt for the surgery. It has a great success rate and few risks, though there are some side effects you should be aware of. Here are some potential risks and side effects that could develop after getting Lasik.…
Read More »As a parent, you, want to be sure that your child is exhibiting good oral hygiene habits that will keep them healthy and save you money on healthcare problems in the future. A number of issues can arise from poor dental habits that can end up costing you big time. Here are four common poor dental habits seen in kids that children should avoid: Not Seeing a Dentist: Many parents don’t take their kids to a pediatric dentist at all.…
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