If your hands bled when you washed them, you’d run to the doctor. But in the public’s mind, bleeding gums are okay. Unless you’re really whaling away with your brush, if your gums bleed even a little, that’s periodontal disease, period. –Ron Schefdore, DMD, general dentist, Chicago, Illinois
READ NEXT
5. Chew Your Food – A Lot! The more, the better! When you eat whole foods that contain more fiber, it takes considerably more effort to chew them. In doing
You’ll help the environment Raising animals for food requires massive amounts of land, feed, energy, and water. A staggering 51 per cent or more of global greenhouse gas emissions are
Consider acupressure Acupressure is another potential pain relief strategy that you can try when a headache or a migraine comes on. Knowing where to apply pressure is key for alleviating
Lie #5: “Smoke? Me? Never!” Smokers with diabetes face higher risk for heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, vision problems, and nerve damage and reduced blood flow to the legs and
Everyone’s multiple sclerosis is the same “You can’t even look at family members who have MS to say that ‘this is how my MS will behave,’”says Carrie Lyn Sammarco, of
Do not microwave breast milk. The minute you do that, you destroy most of the vitamins it contains; also, microwaving any food destroys Vitamin B-12 nearly instantly! Studies showed a
Angry Outbursts ADHD often leads to problems with controlling emotions. Many people with adult ADHD are quick to explode over minor problems. Often, they feel as if they have no
A majority of the population of the world considers instant noodles a staple food, like the well-loved rice in Asian countries. For many people out there, preparing these takes less
Anyone who’s suffered through a urinary tract infection (UTI) will tell you that they’ll do anything to never experience one again. A UTI occurs when bacteria gets into your urine,
Aloe Referred to as “the plant of immortality” by the Egyptians, this beloved green was traditionally hung over doorways to ward off evil spirits. From a holistic standpoint, it’s thought
In the addiction recovery industry, the word ‘meditation’ has become a buzzword. When you or someone you love is in their journey towards drug or alcohol addiction recovery, then you
Chronic sinusitis If an ER doc or primary-care physician diagnoses you with chronic sinusitis, you’ll want to get a second opinion from an ENT. According to a study conducted by
Walking is great for weight loss, but the benefits go far beyond—from higher energy and better mood to stress relief, creativity boost, and more. Walking benefit: Happiness Whether you’re just
From stopping belly bloat to warding off diseases, getting enough water is one of the most important things you can do, because your body depends upon water to function properly.
Sometimes the reason you’re tossing and turning at night is clear. Maybe you’re leading a huge meeting the next morning, or you ate a huge meal way too close to
Try meditating Being Zen doesn’t exactly sound like an eczema fix—especially when the itching is driving you mad—but “sometimes eczema flares up due to triggers, like stress,” says Lindsey Bordone,
RELATED POSTS
© 2024 All rights reserved
