So, you want to drop a few pounds? What if we told you it’s easier than you think? You can literally drop up to a pound per week by simply replacing the ultra-processed foods that come out of bags, boxes or cans for similar DIY options! More specifically, you... Read more
Type 2 Diabetes: Causes and Symptoms
Lifestyle July 3, 2019
As American lifestyles have changed, occurrences of type 2, or late onset, diabetes have become more common. Today we’ll be looking at some of the most common causes of type 2 diabetes, its symptoms, and treatments that are designed to manage the condition. If you feel as though you... Read more
Ocular Migraines: Causes and Treatments
How To June 12, 2019
If you suffer from ocular migraines, the words alone could cause you to feel that dull ache in the side of your head. Ocular migraines are loosely defined as migraines that affect only one eye with odd visual impairments. Often, they are prefaced by flashing lights or partial blindness,... Read more
Vitamin B12, commonly found in vitamin supplements and some animal products, is vital to your body’s primary functions. The vitamin is also called cobalamin, and it primarily helps your central nervous system function and has many roles related to your red blood cells. Notably, despite your body needing it... Read more
Are you trying to lose weight? It’s not very easy to shed the pounds. Whether you’re active or more sedentary, it’s difficult to lose weight. One of the best ways to lose, other than exercise and portion control, is by eating foods that encourage weight loss. Not all calories... Read more
Think you know everything about arthritis? More than 50 million people in the United States are affected by arthritis, and up to 67 million are expected to be diagnosed by the year 2030. Arthritis pain can be downright incapacitating if it gets intense enough. Wrists and joints ache and... Read more
Dealing with an Alcoholic Loved One
How To April 4, 2019
Alcoholism affects millions of people every year in the United States. If you’re dealing with an alcoholic loved one, it can seem incredibly hopeless and difficult. Figuring out how to help them, and how to help yourself, in such a situation can be heartbreaking. Here are a few of... Read more
No one loves having heartburn or acid reflux. It’s a surefire way to ruin a night with friends getting a nice dinner. If you’re looking to find foods that can help you stay on the comfortable side of heartburn, we’re here to help. Today we’re looking at the top... Read more
Probiotics are microorganisms that are often ingested from fermented foods. These little microorganisms aren’t disease-causing like some of their cousins, though. No, instead, probiotics are wonderful for you and can confer many health benefits! Probiotics and Health Benefits Probiotics Sources It’s not hard to get more probiotics into your... Read more
Common Nasal Spray Side Effects: What to Look Out For
Lifestyle March 28, 2019
It’s that time of year again: pollen season. Soon, runny, stuffy noses and sneezing will be the rule of the day. If you’re often battling seasonal allergies, maybe you’re considering using a nasal spray to keep the runny, stuffy nose from occurring. Do you know about some of the... Read more