If you’ve tried a laundry list of diets and exercise regimens and had no luck losing weight, you might be interested in finding an easier way to lose weight. Weight loss pills are an option, but for some, those do not work either. Often, the next thing that...
Too much sun can affect your skin and cause melanomas, but sun rays can also burn your eyes. According to the Opthalmological Society, studies have shown that, “permanent damage to the eyes can occur when they are not adequately protected from prolonged sun exposure....
Summer is a favorite season for many an outdoor enthusiast. The weather is warm and sunny, and there are lots of fun activities we can participate in. But while we’re out enjoying the beautiful sun, it is important to protect ourselves from sunburn. Sunburn can...
If you’re having trouble getting pregnant, you already know that conceiving can be a stressful situation. If you aren’t successful after a few months, you may start to worry. For some people, that worry leads to stress that can take over your whole life. But could...
While there are some strengthening exercises for kids that are not appropriate unless they are 15 years and older, there are strength training exercises which every kid under the age of 15 can engage in on a daily basis. According to fitness experts, as long as the...
When it comes to cooking, it seems like faster is becoming synonymous with better. Time has become precious and anything that saves us time must be good, right? However, when it comes to your family’s health, be wary of shortcuts. Canned vegetables are generally fast...
Everyone knows that when you’re pregnant, you eat for two. But your diet isn’t the only thing that affects your baby. Paying special attention to your health will reduce the likelihood of problems for your child, and it will make you more comfortable...
As we get older, we face the prospect of health-related issues, memory problems and loss of physical acuity. But while some believe that age is just a number, others assert you are as old as you feel. Well, depending upon how you feel one thing is certain – finding...
What is the SlimKids weight loss plan? This plan was conceived in 1995 by a teenager who was overweight. The program does follow the USDA guidelines and the caloric intake ranges from 1500-1800 daily. What sets this apart from other diet plans is that it allows 64...
For some of us, sleepwalking is a nuisance. We may occasionally wander and end up waking up somewhere else. For others, it is a great danger. People who sleepwalk regularly risk causing themselves and others great injury. If you or your child sleepwalks, there are...
Getting a good night’s sleep is a crucial factor in our general wellbeing. It keeps us from getting tired during the day, plays an important role in our mental health, and even helps us fight off disease. When we don’t get enough sleep, it can make a...
Sinus problems are a very common ailment. Allergies, nasal irritants and colds can all trigger sinus trouble. When a large amount of mucus is present in the sinuses, it can easily lead to a sinus infection. Doctors prescribe antibiotics to those with sinus infections....
According to the American Diabetes Association, 54 million people have pre-diabetes. What is more startling is that there are approximately 20 million children and adults who have diabetes, yet about 6.2 million do not realize they have it. What are the signs you may...
Cabin fever is a common complaint during the winter months. Many people also eat and sleep more during this time of year. People with these mild symptoms are often said to have the winter blues. Those who go into a deep depression during the winter are frequently...
Cold weather presents a number of dangers to those who venture outside. One of the most dangerous things that occur during freezing weather is hypothermia. Victims often do not realize that they are in danger until it is too late. Once hypothermia sets in, they may...
Sexually transmitted diseases, some of which have no known cure, are on the rise. The most notable of these diseases is HIV/AIDS, which surfaced in the 1980s and has been the cause of millions of deaths worldwide. In addition to this devastating disease, more common...
Lofty goals are fun. However, they can be difficult to attain. Here’s some ideas for how to set realistic goals – goals you can achieve to improve your life, without setting yourself up for failure. Make a list No one is perfect, and we all have several habits...
Everyone is affected by the rising costs of health care, but the spotlight is often focused on seniors. We know seniors usually need more medications to stay healthy. But is this something we’ll all just have to deal with and save for one day, or is it a serious...
Breast self-exams are one of the most important tools around for detecting breast cancer, and they are still how most breast lumps are detected. While annual exams and mammograms are important, doing a monthly self-exam can help find less obvious problems or spot...
Just as we are widening the circle of breast cancer awareness by promoting mammographies, so too is screening important for all women in the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). When the AIDS virus first surfaced in 1980, it was specific to men. Today,...
Blood banks are always asking for donations, citing low supply and high demand. Yet only 5% of eligible donors give blood. One of the most common reasons that people give for not donating blood is fear. Those who are not educated about the blood donation process often...
As with any surgery, there are risks. The risks of breast reduction surgery, although a safe procedure overall, can encompass many factors. Because breast reduction surgery takes two to four hours to perform, there may be a risk either from the procedure or the...
Goal setting and achieving is supposed to be fun. When you reach a goal, whether it is a little one or a big one, why not give yourself a reward! For example, if your goal is to get to the gym every day, you could break it up into smaller goals. Start with going to...
Just because the weather is cold doesn’t mean you have to stay indoors. Getting out during the winter is important to help prevent cabin fever. Those who get out in freezing temperatures must be careful to avoid frostbite. Here are a few tips to help keep...
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