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by Sara Russell Several clients have asked me what they can do before conception and during pregnancy to prevent autism in their future children. The short answer is that autism is not 100% preventable because there isn’t a way to erase all the risk factors altogether. However, there are modifiable nutritional and lifestyle factors (epigenetic variables) that can greatly reduce risk. Here is a summary of what I’ve... 9/13/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Fred Fletcher INTRODUCTION Anyone that is unclear as to the diagnostic and treatment options available for varicose veins or that has received incorrect information is more likely to make a wrong decision regarding his/her “bad vein” problems.Making good decisions, after all, starts with having accurate, complete and up-to-date information at one’s disposal.POPULAR MYTHS EVERYONE SHOULD SHUN --“Any doctor is qualified... 9/12/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Breast cancer treatment has come a long way over the past few decades, but no cure has been found to date. Immunotherapy could potentially change that. Recent breakthroughs targeting tumor-specific proteins have made immunotherapy more effective, and we could be closer than ever to a cure.Immunotherapy has shown promise in treating numerous forms of cancer, but breast cancer has been more difficult... 9/12/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor When trying to get healthy, most people start with the basics, such as eating better, exercising and getting a full night’s sleep. The problem? Many ignore and even deprioritize the one healthy habit that could transform their lives and improve their well-being: spending time with friends and family. That’s right. Socialization offers substantial health benefits. An active social life boosts mental... 9/11/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Nearly 20% of U.S. adults claim they have a food allergy. Some, or maybe even most of these truly believe they have an allergy. Yet only half of them have an official medical diagnosis. While many of these adults may believe they have an allergy because weakened immunity runs in their family or they have had an adverse reaction to certain foods in the past, the lack of diagnosis actually causes some... 9/10/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor We’ve all heard that aluminum is not good for us. But most people connect that warning to cookware and certain products that are known to contain aluminum (such as cosmetics and underarm deodorant). But how many of us make the connection to aluminum foil?Most of us cook with aluminum foil at some point, even though we know that aluminum is not good for our health. We still grill fish on aluminum foil... 9/7/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Sherry Gaba In my new book, "The Marriage and Relationship Junkie," I illustrate a clear picture of how relationship and marriage addiction develop and how people can change the course of the addiction in order to develop healthy, sustainable and positive relationships.One of the big issues noted in the book is the concern about the ability to connect with others online and through dating apps. For a person with... 9/6/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Fresh air, sunshine and green space can do a lot for our health and well-being, says a brand new study. With demanding jobs and the distractions of indoor hobbies, like watching Netflix and scrolling through social media, it's easy to forget just how great it feels to step outside.Whether it's a long hike on the weekend or a few minutes each day strolling through a local park, immersing ourselves in... 9/3/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Parsley — it's the pretty green garnish that most people promptly remove from their plate or carefully eat around whenever they go out for a nice meal. But parsley is much more than a culinary decoration. It's a nutritional powerhouse that can deliver amazing health benefits when used in cooking instead of as a garnish.When incorporated into recipes, parsley is believed to deliver many health benefits.... 9/3/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Loneliness can be an actual killer, and some people may find it more difficult to avoid the older they get. But a growing trend among seniors has some people curing their loneliness in a fun and clever way. They're embracing a new way of living and kicking isolation to the curb.Seniors are often the hardest struck with loneliness, but a different way of living is changing that for some. Cohousing involves... 9/2/2019 7:00:00 AM
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