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by Wellness Editor Diabetes affects more than 9% of the U.S. population. Treatment can be a difficult balancing act, with about 25% of diabetes patients failing to keep their blood sugar within manageable levels. Undertreatment can be serious, creating blood sugar spikes that increase the risks for numerous health problems — but the health effects of overtreatment can be dangerous, too. The key is knowing how to strike... 12/12/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Alzheimer’s disease affects people and their families on profound levels, destroying minds and shattering lives. While treatments have emerged to slow its progression, none have been able to prevent or halt it completely. That may soon change. Exciting new research may be the breakthrough we’ve been waiting for. Scientists were able to fix a gene that has been shown to be responsible for Alzheimer’s... 12/10/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Fred Fletcher INTRODUCTION A good number of people have unjustified fears or anxieties regarding dental care. Some of that fear springs from misconceptions and myths; others spring from bad experiences they have accidentally bumped into in the past. The good news is that a number of important facts—some of which may not be known to you--can help allay some of those fears and sources of anxiety. TEN REASSURING FACTS... 12/4/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Feeling sluggish and struggling to breathe? Anemia may be the culprit. Each year, approximately 2.8 million people are diagnosed with anemia, a condition that occurs when the body doesn’t produce or maintain enough red blood cells.Left untreated, anemia may result in pregnancy complications, heart issues or even death. That’s why it’s important to treat the symptoms of anemia right away, even if your... 12/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Dan Newby The word inspiration often conjures up nebulous, vague, airy images. It can be difficult to pin down what is missing when we aren’t feeling inspired, but we often feel 'heavy' or listless. Is there a more practical way to think about and generate inspiration rather than waiting for it to 'strike'?Our word inspiration comes from Latin and means to "breathe in." Taking a deep breath can help us begin... 12/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Shen Chao ExhaustionRestlessnessJaw painA dull, throbbing headacheFace pain Sounds a terrible way to start your day, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, this is what patients suffering from teeth grinding, or sleep bruxism, experience.Teeth grinding is known as bruxism, and when patients suffering from it do it unconsciously at night, it is known as sleep bruxism. One survey suggests that at least 8% of adults grind... 12/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Kylie Fitch As temperatures drop and darkness comes too early, I’m increasingly jealous of any species that gets to hibernate. Winter can be a rough time for many reasons, and without careful attention, it can take a toll on you and your most important relationships. However, adding a few simple habits to your daily routine can keep your romance blooming all winter long.1. Evaluate Your Lifestyle and Identify... 12/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Dr. Z If you have hand or arm pain (or numbness) you might have thoracic outlet syndrome. It affects up to 2 percent of the population, but most people have never heard of it. In fact, this condition initially goes completely undiagnosed in almost all cases. That’s because it mimics many other dysfunctions, fooling even the trained medical eye. So it’s important to know what to look for in order to get the... 12/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor An injury can disrupt an entire routine. You might feel inclined to forego working out while you’re healing, but that could do more harm than good as you lose ground. If you’re cleared for modified exercise, we have some great workout ideas to help keep you moving.There are many ideas that work especially well alongside most physical therapy regimens so e set out to collect them here. So read this... 12/2/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Houseplants can improve more than the appearance of a home. In general, houseplants remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air and increase humidity levels, although effectiveness can vary depending on the types of plants and lighting conditions. Other plants are good to have around due to individual medicinal properties.This can reduce asthma, headaches and other symptoms related to high particulate... 11/29/2019 8:00:00 AM
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