7 Most Common Health Problems Veterans Face

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Chronic pain

Chronic pain is one of the most reported symptoms by veterans returning from recent overseas military actions, according to the NIH: 82 percent of returning Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom report chronic pain.

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Lavender Many people drink this delicious beverage to relax and aid sleep. Research has shown that lavender may decrease anxiety and improve sleep quality in people with anxiety or anxiety-related

9 Science-Proven Ways to Restore Your Eyesight Naturally

A.S. July 26, 2017

5. If you’re taking a walk somewhere, try to look as far as you can. Concentrate on some distant objects and practice that more frequently.

8 Useful Things Dermatologists Do Every Fall

A.C. September 11, 2019

The fall season means pumpkin-flavored everything, football, flannels, hayrides—and dry skin. Here are skin-care tips from dermatologists to protect your skin during the fall. They exfoliate a little less When

10 Things Considered Healthy in the Past That Are Definitely Not

A.C. June 9, 2021

Bloodletting Have you ever heard of bloodletting? Well, it was basically a medical procedure used to help alleviate those who struggled with pneumonia, rheumatism, fevers, headaches, back pain, and even

10 Warning Signs You Have an Unhealthy Heart

A.C. January 27, 2019

You have trouble breathing in your sleep Obstructive sleep apnea often causes people to wake up in the middle of the night gasping for air, which has been linked to

Quiz: How Much Do You Really Know About the Coronavirus?

Spencer M May 9, 2020

We all have questions about everything related to this global pandemic and up to this point some of them still remain unanswered. More than three months had passed when the

8 Reasons You’re Short of Breath

A.C. December 6, 2018

COPD Some people call it “chronic bronchitis” or emphysema. Smoking causes it most often. It stretches out the air sacs in your lungs, making it hard for the lungs to

8 Signs You Might Have Hypothyroidism

A.C. November 23, 2020

4. Experiencing hair loss Hair loss can actually occur due to various reasons. From stressful periods of time to family history and chemotherapy, this common issue can be quite unpleasant,

6 Common Symptoms of PCOS

A.C. January 18, 2018

Hirsutism Up to 70% of women with PCOS sprout unwanted hair on their upper lips, chests, chins and other body parts. Hormonal birth control can help, as can hair removal

4 Important Things You Should Do EVERY Morning

A.S. August 1, 2017

4. Green Smoothie “The reason this is the first food in our body is because it’s nature in its whole, pure form,” explains Kimberly. “It’s fiber and it’s the juice.

Asian man with flu like symptoms wearing a mask.

Side Effects of Wearing Face Masks & Remedies

C.C. August 12, 2020

You can develop candida overgrowth Those who suffer from candida overgrowth can experience mouth sores as well and both are similar to yeast infection. In fact, “yeast love moist environments,”

15 Worst Pieces of Health Advice You Should Never Follow

A.C. April 15, 2020

4. Drinking charcoal to “detox” Remember all those endless benefits you’ve heard about activated charcoal supplements? Well….none of those are based on evidence, says registered dietitian Tracy Lockwood Beckerman, MS.

Instant Noodles: What’s Bad About Them?

A.C. July 9, 2019

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

Calcium Deficiency: Everything You Need to Know

A.C. May 31, 2019

Calcium is an essential mineral that keeps your body functioning well. Most people know that calcium is associated with bones and teeth. In fact, 99 percent of the calcium that

What Causes Red and Bloodshot Eyes?

A.C. November 8, 2017

Your eyes are red and you don’t know why? You need to learn some causes of red patches or bloodshot eyes. Don’t take this problem superficially! Bloodshot eyes are a

6 Secrets You Should Never Hide From Your Doctor

A.C. August 21, 2018

Your family history Many people withhold this information simply because they don’t think mundane details about their family members’ health are important. But there’s a reason your doctor asks for