During a dilated eye exam, your eye doctor can examine the health of blood vessels in the retina and detect signs of increased risk of carotid artery disease and stroke. It’s important to know that sight problems are more common when you suffer a stroke affecting the right side of your brain.
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Book your annual physical Though some argue that “generally healthy” adults might not need an exam and blood-work every year, your doctor will put that visit to good use. “Everyone
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Fill up on fiber “Fiber makes us feel full for longer so we eat less and can maintain our weight,” Dr. Rahimi says. Aim for 21 to 38 grams of
Earwax is a yellowish, waxy material inside the ear that comes from the sebaceous gland in the ear canal. It is also known as cerumen. Earwax lubricates, cleans, and protects
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Thanks to the highly-refined, modern American diet, the average American isn’t getting enough of one of the most important nutrients: fiber. Without a consistent intake of healthy, high-fiber foods in
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