The amazing healing powers of water
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It’s incredible how much of the human body is composed of water. Here are some basic facts of just how “watery” we really are:
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Secrets on maximizing any doctor’s visit
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Sitting in the exam room waiting for your doctor to show up can be intimidating. You believed you were prepared by having several questions ready to ask, but once they enter the room, you couldn’t think of a single one.
Read MoreOutsmarting the insect stings of summer
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A recent study estimated that more than 6.8 million people were treated in emergency departments across the U.S. for insect bites or stings over a 10-year span.
Read MoreTips for safe summer grilling
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However each year more than 8,900 home fires involving grilling occur. The incidents escalate during the summer with July being the peak month for grilling fires.
Read MoreImprove your health one change at a time
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Walking is also a weight-bearing exercise meaning your bones will become stronger and denser, lowering your risk of osteoporosis, the brittle bone disease.
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Protect yourself from parasites lurking in swimming pools
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Most people or families looking for some pool-time fun may be surprised at what could potentially be lurking beneath the surface.
Read More3 unique ways to protect your teeth
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Most of us are likely doing the standard care dentists advise us to do – brush and floss your teeth at least twice daily and see your dentist every six months for a checkup and regular cleaning. But there are other unique tips we should also be using making sure our pearly whites will be with us our entire life.
Read MoreHow to slow down chronological age
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How can we stay young and is it possible to actually grown younger each year – sort of like the character played by Brad Pitt in the movie “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.”
Busting myths about healthy hydration
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Here are 8 myths along with the facts about your hydration needs keeping you well-informed of what’s necessary to know:
Read MorePractical solutions for children with prediabetes
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Prediabetes, also known as impaired glucose tolerance, is a condition wherein the blood sugar levels of a person are higher than normal, but not as high as in the case of diabetes.
Read MoreDancing may be a dynamic tool in decreasing dementia
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According to the Alzheimer’s Association, in 2018, 5.7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s and by 2050, that number is expected to expand to almost 14 million.
Read MoreTop 5 facts to know about rheumatoid arthritis
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RA is an autoimmune disease in which inflammation damages the lining of joints, tissues that surround joints (such as tendons), other connective tissue throughout the body and the surface of bones.
Read MoreGood gut health begins with probiotics
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Hippocrates considered the father of medicine, once wisely stated, “All disease begins in the gut.” Current and ongoing medical research is proving how true that statement made centuries ago, really may be.
Read MoreMinimize your risk of prescription drug interactions
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Knowing how to manage medications to avoid side effects is critical when taking many medications at the same time.
Read MoreMosquito and tick infections triple and are spreading rapidly, says CDC
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The most common infections caused from mosquitos in the U.S. were West Nile Virus, dengue, and Zika, while Lyme disease and ehrlichiosis/anaplasmosis were the most common tick-borne disease found in the U.S.
Read MoreFeeling bloated? 5 common reasons why
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This fairly common condition is often due to overindulging in too much food at any given meal.
Read More5 smart tips for relieving sinus pain
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The pain, pressure and overall discomfort from a sinus infection can make you want to roll over and cover your head with a pillow all day.
Read More5 simple steps to a healthier family
/Pursuing good health should not be a go-it-alone endeavor. Instead, good health should be nurtured, held in high esteem, and to share with your family.
Read MoreImportant tips for accurate home blood pressure readings
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To get more accurate and consistent blood pressure readings from a home blood pressure monitor follow these tips:
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