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by Wellness Editor Think VapoRub is just for cold and flu season? You can do more with VapoRub than you think. That little jar gathering dust in your bathroom cabinet may have more uses than you know about. We’ve uncovered 5 clever things you can do with it.Use it to make invigorating shower bombs, or try it as an analgesic rub, antiseptic, insect repellant or toenail fungus treatment. Get the details below...The BasicsVapoRub... 3/7/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Animals can contract viral and bacterial illnesses just like humans. But do animals pass these on to their owners? There answer is it depends. While animal illnesses like heartworm or kennel cough can’t be shared with humans, there certainly are conditions that can. Pets can share toxoplasmosis, Lyme disease, salmonella, ringworm and rabies with their owners. These conditions range from mild and annoying... 3/7/2025 5:00:00 AM
by David Bedingham Dental implants are a fantastic solution for replacing missing teeth, offering a long-lasting, natural-looking alternative to dentures or bridges. But what if you have gum disease? Can you still get dental implants? It's a question many people with gum issues wonder about, and the answer isn't always straightforward.In this blog, we'll dive into whether it's possible to get dental implants if you have... 3/6/2025 7:32:12 PM
by Daira W Lower leg swelling—medically known as peripheral edema—is a common issue that can affect anyone from busy professionals to the elderly. In this article, we’ll explore the various causes of lower leg swelling, the potential health risks associated with it, and, importantly, how you can manage and alleviate the condition. Among the solutions, compression socks (or pressure socks) stand out as an effective,... 3/6/2025 7:30:44 PM
by Joel Fuhrman, M.D. It is never too late to eat better. Research shows that your diet is the most important factor for good health. As a physician, I have seen thousands of patients who have spent a lifetime eating the wrong foods. When they transform their diet, their health is remarkably transformed. Eating healthfully isn’t deprivation. When you eat low-calorie, high-nutrient foods, you can eat abundantly. A diet with... 3/6/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Carol McClelland Fields During any life change or career transition, you may have periods when you struggle to see a way to move forward. Even though you feel inspired to step forward, you just can’t get started. When you don’t have a vision of where you are headed or you don’t feel comfortable committing to the vision you’ve been holding, you naturally feel stuck. Rather than waiting for your big vision to come into focus... 3/5/2025 6:19:15 PM
by Wellness Editor Our genes determine everything from body type and facial features to hair and eye color. Experts once believed the genetics behind eye color was simple, with a small number of genes responsible for our many subtle differences. Now, they’re finding they’ve barely touched the surface.There may be several dozen distinct gene variations that can come together in different ways to affect both the color... 3/5/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Anger is one of the most basic of human emotions. It's experienced even by babies. But while infants and toddlers manage their anger primarily with tears and physical reflex, such as hitting, adults have better options. Using healthy ways to manage anger can benefit your mental and physical health and it makes you more likable in most cases. How Does Anger Affect the Body?Studies show that feeling... 3/4/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Approximately 10% of people will experience the excruciating pain associated with a kidney stone at least once in their lives. What’s more, that number is on the rise. In the 2000s, the prevalence rate for kidney stones was 8.8%, compared with 3.8% in the 1970s. If the current trend continues, future generations will develop more kidney stones than generations currently living. But why?One million... 3/3/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting about 11.5% of the adult population. Despite its prevalence, it’s one of the more preventable chronic illnesses, with diet and lifestyle being key factors. What we eat is just as important as the number of calories we consume each day, and a diet that’s more plant-based could cut our heart failure risk by over 40%.A recent... 2/28/2025 5:00:00 AM
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