Regular eye exams are the very best way to avoid vision problems, even as you grow older. If you haven’t had an eye exam in over a year, schedule a visit with an eye doctor near you. Being aware of certain warning signs also can help you take appropriate steps to maintain your eyesight, particularly
Originated in India, Yoga is a balanced system of mental and physical practices that serves the purpose of helping each one us to attain our highest potential and to endure a good health and happiness. Yoga helps you to extend our health, productivity, creativity, and improve the quality of living. The yoga practice comprises of
You fear eating your next meal because it’s probably going to cause heartburn; you wake up during the night because laying down causes a burning sensation in your chest; and, you’re fed up with antacids that do nothing but temporarily mask the issue. About 20 percent of people today have acid reflux and it can
Many Americans believe eating healthy foods costs more than eating foods that don’t have the same health benefits, according to a study done by researchers at three prominent universities. But that just isn’t true, the study showed. Instead, a number of foods offer health benefits, especially for your heart. And some cost just cents per
Thinking about negative and stressful things before bedtime really does keep you up at night. There are probably few people out there that haven’t experienced this in some way. You have a stressful day, a lot to do tomorrow, or even random reflections about past events that you just can’t kick before bed. You may
Green tea has been used as a medicine for thousands of years, originating in China but widely used throughout Asia, this beverage has a multitude of uses from lowering blood pressure to preventing cancer. The reason that green tea has more health benefits attached to it than black tea is due to the processing. Black
Anemia is defined as the condition of not having enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body, and there are many, many forms of it. There are also many types of anemia symptoms. Some people, like those suffering from conditions like sickle cell anemia or thalassemia, are anemic from birth; their bodies
Cancer, also called malignancy, is an abnormal growth of cells. There are more than 100 types of cancer, including breast cancer, skin cancer, lung cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, and lymphoma. Symptoms vary depending on the type. Cancer treatment may include chemotherapy, radiation, and/or surgery. Cancer is the No. 2 killer in America, second only
A diabetes diet is a healthy-eating plan that’s naturally rich in nutrients and low in fat and calories. Key elements are fruits, vegetables and whole grains. In fact, a diabetes diet is the best eating plan for most everyone. If you have diabetes or prediabetes, your doctor will likely recommend that you see a dietitian
Assuming you are OK with needling and going for visits aren’t out of your budget, acupuncture for weight loss could be an option. Once considered alternative medicine, acupuncture is moving toward the mainstream and recommended by many doctors and may even be covered by insurance. The practice involves inserting fine, clean needles along specific pathways
RELATED POSTS
© 2019 All rights reserved
