Drug Abuse 1/13 Drug abuse isn’t just about street drugs. Besides marijuana, legal medicines are the most commonly abused drugs in the U.S. Over-the-counter and prescription drugs can help and heal us. But some can be addictive and dangerous if … Continue reading 11 Commonly Abused Prescription and OTC Drugs
If you consider yourself to be “in the know” on the latest skin care ingredients, one multifunctional facial acid you’re bound to come across is succinic acid. What does succinic acid do for skin? It’s best known for its acne-fighting abilities, … Continue reading Succinic Acid Benefits for Skin and How to Use It
Have you ever heard the term “Buddha bowl”? The first time I did, I wasn’t sure what to think. Was it a Buddhist tradition I hadn’t heard of before or something like switchel, a drink that flew under the radar … Continue reading Buddha Bowl With Flank Steak and Cashew Sauce
Cora’s doctor found a tiny growth in her right breast when she was 55 years old. To determine whether it was cancer, he inserted a small tube inside her nipple to extract cells for study under a microscope. The results … Continue reading The Future of Breast Cancer Screening
High-intensity interval training , also called HIIT workouts, have become known in the fitness and medical world as one of the most effective means of improving cardiovascular health, respiratory endurance, as well as metabolic function. Research shows that HIIT workouts … Continue reading HIIT Workout Benefits and Sample Routines
When your baby cries, they’re letting you know something is wrong and they need your help. Usually you can figure it out. If they have a wet diaper, change them. If they’re hungry, feed them. But some babies seem to never … Continue reading How to Comfort a Crying Baby: Swaddling and Other Tips
Are you familiar with the exotic African oil whose popularity skyrocketed in the past 15 years with nearly 20 million U.S. dollars spent on it for cosmetic product manufacturing? It’s marula oil … and its demand in the beauty realm … Continue reading Marula Oil Benefits for Skin, Hair and Nails
Are you getting enough iron-rich foods in your diet right now? Iron is a trace mineral found in every living cell in our bodies. It’s a primary component of two proteins: hemoglobin and myoglobin. Hemoglobin is the part of the … Continue reading Iron-Rich Foods, Benefits and Recommended Intake
Chemotherapy is a drug treatment that uses powerful chemicals to kill fast-growing cells in your body. Chemotherapy is most often used to treat cancer, since cancer cells grow and multiply much more quickly than most cells in the body. Many … Continue reading Chemotherapy Treatment and Risk
Tobacco cravings can wear you down when you’re trying to quit. Use these tips to reduce and resist cravings. For most people who use tobacco, tobacco cravings or smoking urges can be strong. But you can stand up against these … Continue reading Quitting Smoking: 10 Ways to Resist Tobacco Cravings
It’s true that with food allergies, one person’s food can truly be another one’s poison. The popularity of shellfish has been increasing worldwide, but consequently, shellfish constitute the No. 1 cause of food allergies in the American adult. The approximate prevalence of shellfish … Continue reading Shellfish Allergy Symptoms, Remedies and Alternatives
Citalopram is used to treat depression. It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance … Continue reading Celexa Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Warnings and Dosing
The dangers of artificial sweeteners are well-known, with research linking consumption to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, obesity and cancer. Additionally, a large-scale prospective study published in September 2022 found that artificial sweetener intake was associated with a … Continue reading Artificial Sweeteners May Increase Risk of Heart Disease
Have you ever heard that drinking wine is linked to a longer life span? Some research shows this is true, specifically that having one to two glasses of wine per day (particularly red wine) may help protect your heart, liver … Continue reading Study Findings Suggest Eating Grapes for Longevity
Healthy aging is a hot topic. Whether you’re concerned about weight gain, sex drive or chronic diseases, the key to healthy aging is a healthy lifestyle. Eating a variety of nutritious foods, practicing portion control and including physical activity in … Continue reading Healthy Aging: Beyond 50
A womanizer is someone who has multiple sexual encounters or relationships with more than one woman on a regular basis. While single people can sometimes live this lifestyle without hurting anyone, womanizers may pose as wanting a monogamous relationship but … Continue reading Signs of a Womanizer: What to Look For
Love the buzz from your steamy mug of coffee but hate the slump after your spike in energy? We have found five delicious alternatives to coffee that will keep you energized throughout the day and deliver amazing health benefits. But … Continue reading 5 Energizing Alternatives to Coffee
I want to share with you how essential oils can help naturally balance your hormones and the specific oils that can benefit progesterone and estrogen levels, improve thyroid hormones, and help men naturally boost low testosterone. Which are the best … Continue reading Top 3 Essential Oils to Balance Hormones Naturally
Almost half a million adults participated in a six-year study to determine the association between tea intake and mortality. The results suggest that drinking at least two cups of black tea daily may reduce your risk of death from common … Continue reading Study: Drinking Black Tea May Lower Risk of Death
You’ve likely seen a plantain before; although, you might not have recognized it as one — they look similar to bananas and are a relative. They’re larger than bananas in size and have thicker skin. But this delicious, starchy fruit … Continue reading Delicious Snack: Fried Ripe Plantains Recipe
The most widespread form of bullying isn’t physical acts like pushing or kicking, nor is it verbal threats or derogatory remarks. Far and away bullies’ top tactic is social exclusion. Also known as “relational aggression,” this involves shutting out peers … Continue reading The Most Common Form of Bullying Isn’t Physical or Verbal
Stretch marks can be both frustrating and embarrassing given their scarred appearance — and can develop on both men and women. They are typically found on the thighs, hips, abdomen, breasts, lower back and upper arms. Stretch marks form in … Continue reading DIY Stretch Mark Cream
Zinc pyrithione has been used topically for inflammatory skin conditions for more than 50 years. It has become one of the most common ingredients for improving issues like dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. Today, it’s added to a range of skin … Continue reading Zinc Pyrithione for Skin, Hair: Uses, Benefits and Side Effects
If you find yourself feeling sluggish mid-afternoon, fighting to stay alert throughout the day, struggling with adrenal fatigue or feeling just plain exhausted, then it’s time for a change! Luckily, there are easy, affordable ways to banish tiredness, boost energy … Continue reading Exhausted? 10 Natural Ways to Boost Energy Levels
Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergy, hay fever, and the common cold. These symptoms include rash, itching, watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, cough, runny nose, and sneezing. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting … Continue reading Benadryl Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Warnings and Dosing
Do certain daily sounds trigger an over-the-top emotional reaction, but yet don’t seem to bother anyone else? This is the case with misophonia — a strong dislike or hatred of specific sounds. What Happens? Misophonia is a disorder in which … Continue reading What is Misophonia and How to Treat it?
Whey protein benefits are extensive, including helping to burn fat, build lean muscle, boost your immune system and prevent disease. Whey is so effective because it provides a more absorbable source of high protein than nearly any other type of … Continue reading Whey Protein Benefits and How to Use
When you’re counting your daily steps, are 10,000 enough for you — or maybe too many? Learn how walking can help improve your health and how to set the right goal. You’ve just gotten a new activity tracker and you’re … Continue reading 10,000 steps a day: Too low? Too high?
Joe Aoleo moved from Rhode Island to Key West, FL, after retiring from his job as a firefighter/EMT. Aside from his quest for warm weather, he was relieved to get away from his family — all of them. “All of … Continue reading Dealing With Toxic Family Members
Biotin acts as a coenzyme in the body that’s needed for the metabolism of fatty acids, amino acids and glucose. This means that when we eat foods that are sources of fats, proteins and carbohydrates, biotin — also called vitamin … Continue reading Biotin Benefits for Hair, Skin and Health
Aug. 31, 2022 – People who lift weights understand they’re playing a long game. Once they get past the “newbie gains” – the quick and exciting increases in muscle strength and size – it takes time, effort, and patience to … Continue reading How Strength Training Can Help You Live Longer
In the world of plant-based milks, there’s no shortage of options to choose from. A new type that’s been growing in popularity is pea milk, which has a thick texture, off-white color and generally mild taste. Is pea milk good … Continue reading Is Pea Milk Healthy? Nutrition, Benefits, Uses and Downsides
You wouldn’t know it by looking at me today, but as recently as 2011 ago I was living a completely unhealthy lifestyle. For years I’d struggled with my weight and had no understanding of how to live a healthy, balanced … Continue reading Starting a Fitness Routine That Works for You
In my opinion, you can never have too many recipes for soups and stews. One of my favorites on my current menu rotation is pozole verde. This Mexican chicken soup hits all the right notes and is ready in just … Continue reading Mexican Chicken Pozole Verde Recipe
Deciding to start or grow your family is an exciting time. If the test keeps coming back negative, though, you may start to worry — “What if it’s never going to happen for us?” It’s a question many people face. … Continue reading Does Low Testosterone Cause Infertility?
Lower Back Pain: How Exercise Helps 1/15 You may feel like resting, but moving is good for your back. Exercises for lower back pain can strengthen back, stomach, and leg muscles. They help support your spine, relieving back pain. Always … Continue reading Exercises That Can Help Ease Back Pain
Although once considered a supplement solely for bodybuilders and professional athletes, protein powder has gained widespread popularity among those looking to gain muscle mass and increase protein intake while also improving their health. In fact, the potential benefits of protein … Continue reading Best Protein Powders of 2022
Boost Weight Loss 1/12 Studies show that no matter what your method of fasting, you’re likely to lose some weight when you do it. But a bigger benefit to note is that fasting also works to bust belly fat. Carrying … Continue reading 12 Fasting Facts and Myths
Essential oils like frankincense oil have been used for thousands of years for their therapeutic and healing properties as part of the practice of aromatherapy. They’re sourced from leaves, stems or roots of plants that are known for their health … Continue reading Frankincense Oil Uses and Benefits for Healing
1. Eat a balanced diet Add variety to your meals. Eat a variety of foods that includes fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. Aim to eat at least 5 servings (400 grams) of fruits and vegetables every day, … Continue reading 10 Tips for a Better Lifestyle
No matter your age, you’ve probably experienced a rash at some point in your life, but do you know how to get rid of a rash? Rashes come in so many varieties. Sometimes the reason may be obvious (like a … Continue reading How to Get Rid of a Rash: 6 Natural Remedies
What is a Scar Cream? Firstly it’s important to understand how scars are formed. “The injured skin produces a protein called collagen to help repair itself. As the skin begins to heal, thickened, discolored areas form. Once it has healed, … Continue reading The 3 Best Scar Creams for 2022
Congenital heart disease is one or more problems with the heart’s structure that exist since birth. Congenital means that you’re born with the condition. Congenital heart disease in adults and children can change the way blood flows through the heart. … Continue reading Congenital Heart Disease in Adults: Symptoms and Causes
Almost all of us feel low sometimes, usually because of a disturbing or difficult event in our lives. But ongoing sadness or despair can be caused by depression, a serious condition that warrants treatment. Talking to your primary care doctor … Continue reading Depression: Types of Disorders and Their Causes
Have you ever experienced a foot soak? A good foot soak offers some much-needed therapy to tired, achy feet and overall relaxation. Healthy, soothed feet can make a difference in your day. Depending on what you do day to day, … Continue reading DIY Foot Soak with Baking Soda and Epsom Salt
Protein is incredibly important when it comes to your health. It makes up the structure of your bones, muscles and skin, and it is used to build tissues and synthesize hormones, enzymes and neurotransmitters. Amino acids are the building blocks … Continue reading Amino Acids: Benefits, Foods, Essential vs. Non-Essential
Every person’s health and well-being depends on how well her body removes and purges toxins. With exposure to environmental toxins, toxic body care products and processed foods, most people are in desperate need of a serious detox! A liver cleanse … Continue reading Liver Cleanse: Detox Your Liver in 6 Easy Steps
Burns are tissue damage from hot liquids, the sun, flames, chemicals, electricity, steam and other causes. Kitchen-related injuries from hot drinks, soups and microwaved foods are common among children. Major burns need emergency medical help. Minor burns can usually be … Continue reading Skin Burns: First Aid Advice
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