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Retiring Soon? 3 Important Health Tips To Keep In Mind When Traveling The World
If you plan to retire soon after a long career filled with hard work, then you are likely looking forward to finally spending your days filled with activities you love. Like many retirees, you may plan to finally travel to those foreign countries that you wished you could visit when you were working, yet just didn’t have the time or energy to plan and embark on those trips during your short annual vacations.…
Read More »Suffering from Chronic Dry Eye? You May Be Lacking One of These Three Nutrients
With the prevalent use of computers, smartphones, and tablets, it’s not surprising that over 26 million people in America suffer from dry eyes. Chronic dry eye is caused by a variety of things, such as staring at the television for long periods of time or being in a room with low humidity. Sometimes, though, chronic dry eyes are a sign you may be missing some valuable nutrients. Here are three to add to your diet to see whether they help alleviate your condition.…
Read More »4 Natural Remedies To Try If You Are Suffering With A Cold
If you are suffering with cold symptoms and would like to feel better, there are some steps you can take that may relieve some of the symptoms you are experiencing. Visiting a doctor might not be necessary if these steps offer relief, and here are several different things you can try to find relief from your cold. Take A Hot Bath Taking a bath is not only soothing, but it can also help open your nasal passage to help you breathe easier.…
Read More »What Every Expectant Parent Should Understand About Phimosis
Before you make the decision whether or not to circumcise your newborn boy, it’s important to understand that there are risks with either decision. Although it only happens with about a tenth of boys, phimosis is a concern for boys who are left intact. If you’re not familiar with the condition, this article will help you understand what it is, how to diagnose it, and what the treatment options are.…
Read More »3 Things to Know About Overeating Disorders
Are you severely overweight and find yourself eating nonstop? Do you hide the food that you eat, or do you eat way more than you know you should day after day? If so, you may be suffering from overeating disorder. This is a form of eating disorder that can be very bad for your health, and you might need to seek professional help if you want to stop this problem and maintain a healthier weight.…
Read More »Have Cat Allergies? Things You Can Do When You Are a House Guest in a Home with Cats
According to the AAFA (Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America), 15–30% of people have pet allergies, with cats being the most common culprit. Cats produce a substance called Fel D1 in their saliva and urine and under their skin. When exposed to Fel D1, people with cat allergies produce histamine, which causes sneezing, runny nose, congestion, and watery eyes. If you suffer from cat allergies, you may be hesitant at the thought of being a house guest in a home that has cats.…
Read More »Symptoms of and Treatment for Three Types of Skin Rashes
There are many types of rashes that can irritate your skin and cause it to itch and burn. It can be helpful to determine what kind of rash you have based on the symptoms so you can see your doctor for treatment when necessary. Here are symptoms and treatments for some fungal, bacterial, and viral rashes. 1. Fungal Rash There are two types of fungus that can cause a skin rash: tinea and candida.…
Read More »How To Choose The Right Power Lift Chair
A power lift chair is an excellent mobility aid for people who have difficulty sitting and standing. There are several different models of lift chairs on the market, and finding the right one can be difficult. Here are five factors to consider when choosing the right power lift chair. Number of Positions Lift chairs have a range of positions that normally fall within three categories: two-position, three-position, and infinite-position. The back and foot rest of two-position lift chairs do not operate independently.…
Read More »Chest Pain And Exercise: Is It Heart Pain Or Something Else?
If you experience chest pain every time you exercise, you may think that you’re having a heart attack. Although chest pain is usually the first sign of a heart attack, it can also develop from hidden health problems that mimic heart pain, such as inflamed ribs. The pain in your ribs can feel worse when you exercise and subside after you complete your workout. If you don’t treat your inflamed ribs, they may develop scar tissue or an infection that spreads to your heart.…
Read More »How Can You Cope with the Emotional Impact of Fertility Treatments?
If you’re like most Americans, you either have or want children—in fact, only 5 percent of American adults report not wanting children. While this common societal norm can help forge lasting friendships and provide common ground for even the most divergent personalities, it can also make infertility all the more painful. If you or your partner is currently undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) or intrauterine insemination (IUI) in an attempt to conceive, you may be riding a roller coaster of emotions during each treatment cycle.…
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