Category Archives: General Health

Do you suffer from bloating, gas, constipation, or diarrhea? If you do, you’re not alone. Many adults find that their stomachs and digestive systems as a whole just aren’t what they used to be. This leaves them feeling uncomfortable and sluggish. Although digestive problems can be caused by an illness, in many cases, it’s our ...click here to read more

There is no question about it: tobacco is bad for our health and our environment. However, there was a time when these dangers were unknown, and smoking was once even recommended by doctors. In the 1950s, it was common to see an ad of a doctor recommending a particular brand of cigarettes. But we now ...click here to read more

We all have to visit a hospital at one time or another. As we get older, our likelihood of suffering from illness increases, inevitably bringing us to the hospital. We may not always be the patient, however, as we go to visit our friends and family. A common misconception is that all hospitals are clean, ...click here to read more

Creatinine is a chemical waste product produced by your muscles and excreted through the kidneys. Creatinine is a product of creatine metabolism, and roughly two percent of creatine in our bodies is converted to creatinine every day. Creatinine levels remain relatively consistent if little to no changes occur in our muscle mass. In fact, creatinine ...click here to read more

Cars are one of our greatest inventions. They allow us to travel far distances in relative comfort and give us the thrill of driving at high speeds. While cars are one of the reasons we as a species are thriving, they do have a lot of accompanying dangers. An immediate threat is a risk of ...click here to read more

Urosepsis is a combination of medical terms urology, the function of the urinary system, and sepsis, a life-threatening bacterial infection. Urosepsis is a severe infection that is localized in the urinary tract and has the potential to be fatal. The urinary tract consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. The job of the kidneys ...click here to read more

Poor circulation in your fingers may be the result of something as simple as being too sedentary, but it can also be the sign of a more serious condition. Many people only experience a blue or purple hue in their fingers in cold and wintery conditions, but others have poor circulation under other circumstances. Here, ...click here to read more

Dear Friend, Do you find yourself yawning at 3 p.m.? Do your eyes become heavier mid-afternoon? Would you say your work performance or willingness to do anything hits a complete wall post-lunch? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’re not alone. It’s an epidemic. At around 2:30 p.m., you and those around ...click here to read more

With the weather getting warmer, it’s a great time to dust off that grill and cook some tasty barbecue for your family and friends. Unfortunately, most of our grills are a complete mess from a prior year of summer time fun. You probably want to clean it, but there’s something that anyone preparing to clean ...click here to read more

It is estimated that more than 661,000 Americans have kidney failure, which is a serious condition. The removal of waste products, fluid, and electrolyte balance are all controlled by the kidneys. When they are compromised, it can be life threatening. In order for our readers to better understand this potentially fatal condition, we have provided ...click here to read more

Our circulatory system supplies our entire body with oxygenated blood. The cells in the body need oxygen to function normally. The circulation of blood also allows for the delivery of nutrients, hormones, and other important factors. If blood floor were to be impeded in any way, it would compromise not only our tissues but our ...click here to read more

Having a big belly is the most common sign of being overweight. This extra fat is not only unsightly but may also indicate a risk for cancer, according to new research. The more belly fat a person has, the higher their risk of cancer. Excess fat and cancer risk While obesity has been a known ...click here to read more

Smoking is often attributed to increased lung cancer risk, and this is not an incorrect assumption. But there is a condition that severely affects smokers called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Cigarette smoke irritates the linings of the respiratory system leading to increased inflammation and difficulty breathing. It is considered the third leading cause of ...click here to read more

Humans have developed a host of defenses to keep us away from potential harms. When we fall, we instinctually put our arms in front of us to help cushion the impact. We recoil in disgust when we smell rotten food, which keeps us from eating it. These are just some of the attributes of the ...click here to read more