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Spending time outdoors provides individuals of all ages with the opportunity to have better mental and physical health.Can spending time outdoors improve both mental and physical health? Well, research has shown there are a variety of benefits to being outside for a bit, and it doesn't require a whole vacation or take as long as you may think. Learn more about how nature can help your mental and physical...
5/2/2025 4:00:00 AM
In 2020 alone, more than 37 million people used teeth whiteners, according to Statistica. And the year hadn’t even ended when the data was compiled. That number is projected to hold steady over the next few years and puts into numbers what we already know: a lot of people use teeth whiteners to get whiter, brighter teeth. But are they safe? Teeth Whiteners Can Cause Damage Studies have shown that overuse...
5/2/2025 4:00:00 AM
The body has many different processes to defend itself, including inflammation. Chronic inflammation refers to the body remaining in an elevated response state. When the body senses potential dangers, such as an infection or injury, it responds through a process broadly referred to as inflammation. Chronic inflammation occurs when that process lasts for several months or even years. We're going to...
5/2/2025 4:00:00 AM
A balanced, nutritious diet is vital for good health. Not only does a nutrient-rich, varied diet provide our bodies with the ingredients we need to be strong, healthy and active, but it also helps ward off disease. When combined with physical activity, a good diet can help us maintain a healthy weight, get healthy if we aren't already and stay energized. One of the best ways to get all the nutrients...
4/30/2025 4:00:00 AM
Itchy scalp can stem from a number of health conditions. While some people may need to visit a dermatologist for prescription treatment options, others may benefit from natural treatments.The most common causes of itchy scalps are dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. More serious causes include fungal infection and autoimmune disorders like psoriasis. Home care using common kitchen ingredients or items...
4/25/2025 4:00:00 AM
Mosquitoes --- they’re like little flying specks of terror that sneak up on you when you least expect it to snack on your blood. They can carry diseases, although most of the time they just leave an itchy spot on your skin for a few days. Seriously --- it itches like crazy. We’re pretty sure mosquitoes aren’t going to win any popularity contests.If you’re feeling like you are a skeeter magnet, it’s...
4/23/2025 4:00:00 AM
The eyes might be the window to the soul, but they can offer surprising insights to your health, too. A new take on an old eye exam may be able to tell if someone has Alzheimer’s disease.An imaging technique called OCT angiography, which takes pictures of blood vessels and nerves in the back of the eye, may be able to detect early Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers have found that similar vascular changes...
4/23/2025 4:00:00 AM
As we are growing up, our parents influence our health, from how much they encourage us to exercise to the food they provide. As adults, we take charge of our well-being. Or do we? Researchers have discovered surprising evidence that our spouses and domestic partners might also impact our wellbeing to a degree we've never quite realized. What Research Reveals About Couples’ Health Our medical system...
4/21/2025 4:00:00 AM
Over the past several decades, doctors have routinely prescribed a daily aspirin for patients at risk for cardiovascular incidents. However, studies have shown that low-dose aspirin therapy may not be for everyone. In certain individuals, the risks --- such as internal bleeding in the skull --- often outweigh the rewards. The findings have prompted the American Heart Association to issue guidelines...
4/18/2025 4:00:00 AM
It’s no secret that nutrition is important to our wellbeing. Nor is it a secret that mental health can affect physical health. So, what about blending these two aspects of health together? That’s where nutritional psychiatry comes in, and it just may be our ticket to a higher level of wellness. The Role of Nutrition in Good Health Researchers have long said that proper nutrition matters when it comes...
4/18/2025 4:00:00 AM