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One sufferance of being a woman comes in the form of urinary tract infections (UTI). Most of us will have at least one in our lifetime, but for many, this can be a recurring issue, an incredibly uncomfortable one at that. It is guaranteed by now that we have all heard the “tried and true” ...click here to read more

A new study suggests that you have a higher risk of being in a car accident if you sleep less than seven hours each night. This risk increases for those who sleep less than four hours. It is often recommended that healthy adults experience seven to nine hours of sleep, yet one in five Americans ...click here to read more

Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that can be complicated by certain foods, but there is a Crohn’s diet that can help sufferers prevent flare-ups. The disease causes inflammation in the digestive tract, triggering various uncomfortable symptoms including diarrhea. In some cases, this inflammatory bowel disease can lead to malnutrition. Research tells us that ...click here to read more

We all know that we should exercise, but for many of us, the willingness to do so is just non-existent. If you’ve ever wondered how some people are so motivated to go to the gym while you can’t stand the thought, then you’ll be interested to learn about the latest research findings out of the ...click here to read more

The latest research findings have uncovered a link between early childhood exposure to secondhand smoke and arthritis in later life. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease and although the cause isn’t fully understood, it is believed that it’s a result of environmental factors interacting with genetics. The hypothesis states that environmental factors may induce changes ...click here to read more

What you eat plays a huge role in your gut health. Food makes the difference between being bloated and constipated to being regular and feeling good. What we eat helps make up the microbiome in the gut, which means it can be full of prebiotics and probiotics and run smoothly or be bogged down by ...click here to read more

Everything that enters our body eventually passes through the liver. If we ingest healthy foods and beverages, then we can maintain a healthy liver. On the other hand, doing the opposite can have adverse effects. But some foods are far more harmful than others and this can contribute to a sick liver. Knowing which foods ...click here to read more

There are natural ways to manage arthritis pain and good reasons to avoid the drugs. Osteoarthritis is a type of degenerative arthritis meaning that through wear and tear, the cartilage in between the joints diminishes, causing greater friction between joints. Osteoarthritis is irreversible, so proper management of symptoms can help you live a normal life. ...click here to read more

A new study from the University of East Anglia has found that following a Mediterranean-style diet can reduce the risk of stroke in white women over the age of 40, but not in men. The diet is characterized by an increased intake of fish, fruit, vegetables, nuts, and beans, and a decreased intake of meat ...click here to read more

Arthritis affects nearly half of the adult population over the age of 65 in the United States. Because it is so prevalent, treatment and diagnosis of arthritis are estimated to cost the healthcare system $81 billion per year. It has also been identified as one of the major causes of activity limitation in the older ...click here to read more

Fast food, food allergies, and other digestive issues can wreak havoc with our stomachs, but many people have discovered teas for upset stomach that provide relief. These can be a quick fix to address discomfort until the root cause of the stomach ache can be determined. There are a number of different teas that seem ...click here to read more

Many people believe that snoring is a sign of deep sleep. In actuality, snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea, a sleep disorder that causes individuals to stop and start breathing while they sleep, which leads to disrupted sleep. Sleep apnea can drastically raise your risk of premature death. The latest research findings also ...click here to read more

If you wore long pants and dresses all summer because you’re embarrassed by the blue lines that cover your legs, you’re not alone. Bulging blue/purple veins – known as varicose veins – can be an unsightly matter, and you may feel embarrassed to show off your legs for this reason. But aside from cosmetic reasons, ...click here to read more

Getting a good night’s sleep helps benefit our health in several different ways, from cleaning up the waste matter in the brain and reducing blood pressure to even boosting our immune system. But did you know that sleeping well each night can make you eat healthier too? A new study suggests that good sleep quality, ...click here to read more