Dancing 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.
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Top 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:
Read MoreTips on protecting feet from the heat
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As the days get longer and steadily warmer, it is important to remember to take good care of your feet. Here are a few tips to get your feet summer-ready this year:
Read MoreShould you be sharing your bed with your dog?
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Here are some reasons why allowing your dog into your bedroom at night could be a win-win for both of you:
Read MoreWhy prolonged sitting can harm your body head to toe
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A recent published study found that alternating positions between sitting and standing several times each day results in reducing fatigue and pain while increasing energy and productivity.
Read MoreSimple remedies for quenching a dry mouth
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Dry mouth actually has a name – xerostomia. Having sufficient moisture or saliva in the mouth is necessary to help cleanse the mouth helping to neutralize acids produced by plaque and for washing away dead cells that accumulate on the tongue, gums, and cheeks.
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Facts you need to know about antibiotics
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No one likes being sick. The sooner a doctor can make us well again, the better. It is not surprising that to return to normal as soon as possible, most of us want to find relief in the form of a pill. The pill we often request is an antibiotic.
Read MoreSafety tips to prevent falls at home
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Falling for anyone, but especially the elderly, can be serious and costly. Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tell the story:
Read MoreWhy hip flexor health is vital
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The key is to work at keeping your hip flexors healthy everyday by making important lifestyle changes. This can make a world of difference in keeping and maintaining your range of motion in your hips before it’s too late.
Read More5 tips on achieving picture-perfect posture
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Poor posture makes us look frail adding years to our body. Too much time spent standing or sitting slouched or hunched over takes a toll on our back taking the brunt of being out of alignment.
Read MoreScientists claim discovery of a new organ in the human body
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Over two-thirds of the human body is water, most of it contained inside cells. About 20 percent of the fluid in the body is “interstitial,” a Latin word combining “inter,” or “between,” and “sister,” or “to place” – literally, “between the other places.”
Read MoreThe facts you need to know about ulcers
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About 10 percent of people in the U.S. will experience an open sore in the lining of their gastrointestinal tract known as an ulcer. An ulcer can occur in the upper portion of the small intestine (duodenal ulcer), the stomach (gastric ulcer), and the esophagus (esophageal ulcer).
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