Category Archives: General Health

Picture a door hinge that moves to allow the door to open fully and close shut. When the door hinge is working correctly the door moves freely, if it becomes rusted or damaged, the door may no longer open to its full capacity. What does a door hinge have to do with health? Our jaws ...click here to read more

Keeping cool during the warmer months is essential to prevent illnesses such as heat cramps and heat exhaustion. But did you know you can get sick by trying to cool down? Unfortunately it’s true – if you’re cooped up in air conditioned (AC) environments you’re increasing your risk of a summertime cold. Whether you work ...click here to read more

You may have been hearing more and more about Lyme disease as the summer presses on. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently put out a report indicating cases of Lyme disease are on the rise in certain parts of the U.S. Lyme disease is an illness caused by being bit by a deer ...click here to read more

If we say the term calcification, it probably brings to mind the build-up around your faucet or shower head. Unfortunately, this isn’t the only kind. Calcification can occur inside your body, too. Calcium is an essential mineral that the body requires. Calcium is most commonly used in the bones as well as teeth. When there ...click here to read more

If I asked you now to rate your level of stress from one to 10, what number would you pick? If you have a lot going on in your life you may rank your stress level above five. If you feel calm you may rank it below five. But if you’ve been ignoring these symptoms ...click here to read more

One particular type of arthritis targets the joints and tissues around the large toe and foot. This form of arthritis is called gout and it can be quite painful. Attacks of gout can happen sporadically, but they usually occur soon after waking up or during the night. To have a better understanding of this form ...click here to read more

Take a moment to touch your hands or your toes. How do they feel? If you haven’t doused your fingers in ice water recently, they should be relatively warm. But what if they still feel cold? If you find yourself stuffing your hands inside pockets to stay warm, you might have an underlying health condition. ...click here to read more

You itch, your skin turns red, and to ward off the bugs you’re swatting your arms around like a bird in flight. It’s enough to drive you mad and keep you indoors. But if you’ve ever wondered why you get bit more than someone else, consider these factors… Factors that increase risk of mosquito bites ...click here to read more

There is an important gland in the body, which is most widely known for managing our metabolic rate. We’re referring to the thyroid, and this butterfly-shaped gland assists many of our vital organs like the heart, brain and lungs. There are many illnesses that can affect the thyroid and disrupt normal bodily functions. One in ...click here to read more

On the stage of life, our emotions tend to mimic classic theatre masks. Representing the division between comedy and tragedy, the masks are symbols of drama. Simply put, when something is funny, we laugh. When something is sad, we cry. These are typical reactions to an event or story. But, for people with pseudobulbar affect, ...click here to read more

Most of us are familiar with allergy season, that time of year when pollen irritates the noses of certain people. It triggers sneezing, coughing, a runny nose, itchy eyes and in some cases headaches. These are what you would call “typical” symptoms, but have you ever heard anyone complain about having an itchy mouth? If ...click here to read more

Some of us can’t handle the sight of insects; others are sensitive to smells. Whatever causes you fear or disgust is actually working to improve your health. In fact, every time you recoil in disgust, you’re actively using your behavioral immune system. What is the behavioral immune system? By now, you should be aware your ...click here to read more

When we are ill we head over to our doctor’s office. After sitting patiently waiting for our name to be called we enter the examining room. In walks our doctor and to our surprise, they are sick as well. Believe it or not doctors, too, can get sick, but should they be working? When we ...click here to read more

Heading out for a jog? Be cautious of intensity and how long you jog for, you could be cutting years from your life. Although jogging is touted for being a great form of exercise, research is uncovering there can be too much of a good thing. In fact, some researchers have noted that too much ...click here to read more