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Are you one of the 10% of people who’s been diagnosed with a penicillin allergy? Or do you know someone with a penicillin allergy? Well there’s a good chance that the medication allergy was actually misdiagnosed. Even worse, the misdiagnosis could put someone at higher risk for certain infections.About 10% of the population believes they’re allergic to penicillin, but only 1% actually is. This is due...
9/23/2022 4:00:00 AM
Gut health relies on thriving colonies of good bacteria called probiotics. These colonies, in turn, rely on prebiotics, which are compounds that the good bacteria feed on. In essence, prebiotics are the difference between a so-so presence of friendly bacteria and a thriving one. We need them for good gut health. Not all foods are great sources of prebiotics, though.Comprised of dietary fiber, prebiotics...
9/20/2022 4:00:00 AM
Catastrophic thinking might not hit everyone all the time, but for those of us who have this tendency, it can feel like a nightmare when it does come. Our thoughts can be crushing, even when the scenarios we’ve spun are nowhere near grounded in reality.Catastrophic thoughts, or what some call intrusive thoughts, can take on a life of their own especially when we’re missing information or feeling emotionally...
9/19/2022 4:00:00 AM
With the consequences of climate change becoming more imminent, it’s time to take action. Trees can combat the consequences of climate change by reducing carbon dioxide. A recent study found that mass planting of trees, as much as 2.5 million acres worth, could reduce carbon emissions by two thirds. Here’s how we can save the world. The Future of Climate Change Climate change has already changed the...
9/17/2022 4:00:00 AM
It seems like even the fittest people around are trying to find ways to combat belly fat. Even people who sport washboard abs are in a never-ending battle with potential flab, and if they miss a beat in the kitchen, they soon start to see how vulnerable they are to belly fat. So, take heart, mortals. Everyone needs to mind their middle.Of course, the reasons for eliminating belly fat include fitting...
9/8/2022 4:00:00 AM
For the approximately 2.7 million people in the US who are living with atrial fibrillation (AFib), their “quivering” heart may come with serious health risks. Medication typically treats the condition, but new information may mean different treatment options. Now, information about what causes the condition and how to treat it may lead to advances in the quality of life for AFib patients. Let’s take...
9/6/2022 4:00:00 AM
Earbuds are abundant in most spaces anymore. From walking down the street to the coffee shop to the airport, everyone seems to have a pair and they're putting them to use. They’re lightweight, versatile and highly portable. But few realize that they also could be a source of infection. Here’s what all users should know. A Looming Threat of Infection Earbuds often look harmless enough. We might not...
9/1/2022 4:00:00 AM
Could a spoonful of honey provide relief from seasonal allergies? This alternative treatment for the symptoms of allergic rhinitis hasn’t been widely accepted by conventional medicine but research indicates it produces promising results.A natural remedy that's easy to come by, honey could be used in place of conventional medications or as additional support for those dealing with severe symptoms. Let’s...
8/31/2022 4:00:00 AM
Ever wish you could put the kibosh on food cravings? Feel like they run away with your plans for healthy living? We do. And it may help you to know that we're not alone. Millions upon millions of people struggle with food cravings every day. And for many of us, they sideline our plans and better intentions for ourselves. Let's look at how to tackle them. Understanding Food Cravings Each of us may experience...
8/30/2022 4:00:00 AM
When anxiety hits, we don’t have to tell our hearts to start racing or our pupils to dilate; chemical signals in our brains do all of that for us. Our “fight or flight” response might kick into gear seemingly on its own, and make us want to run away or fight the enemy — but it takes a lot to trigger so much physical change. Anxiety isn't the same as responding to a physical threat, though. Yet for...
8/27/2022 4:00:00 AM
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