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Statistically speaking, 95% of diets fail. And most dieters gain back not only what they lost but then some. So experts are urging people to stop dieting. But then what? With adjustments to how we think about food, a little mental unlearning and relearning, it’s possible to break the diet cycle and remain at, or obtain a, healthy weight. Let's look at how to stop dieting for good. Why Diets Don’t Work...
4/5/2021 7:00:00 AM
Researchers may have found that COVID-19 exposure level could have an impact on illness severity, which could be a positive break for people who’ve been taking the CDC-recommended measures. It may mean that for some of us, if we're already being careful but we do get exposed accidentally, it may be a mild case. The Importance of Viral Load in COVID-19 Viral load is the volume of individual viruses...
4/2/2021 7:00:00 AM
Most people have at least one friend or family member who suffers from a mental health disorder. Or maybe they are that person who has a mental illness. And if we love them, or are them, it's hard to think about the stigma that follows them around. Those who live with the stigma often have lives hard hit by misinformation, apathy and sometimes even downright cruelty.People with mental illnesses may...
4/2/2021 7:00:00 AM
Every January 1st, the deductible on most health insurance policies resets. This means that we must begin paying into our deductibles again. Many of us may have difficulty paying for tests, medications and other medical expenses until our deductibles have been met for the year.Fortunately, there are strategies available to lower your out-of-pocket healthcare costs. We have some tips. Consider a Health...
4/2/2021 4:00:00 AM
Red light therapy (RLT) is designed for treating pain, wounds, and ulcers. But does it really work? And if so, does it work better than other existing treatments? The jury still seems to be out from a scientific standpoint, but there’s some evidence that RLT could have valuable benefits in some cases. Here’s what we know. What is Red Light Therapy? Red Light Therapy, or RLT, uses low-level wavelengths...
4/1/2021 6:57:18 PM
It’s no secret that 2020 was a difficult year for a lot of people. But 2021 is here now, and many people want to make it their year of health, growth, and change. Following the trends that make people healthier may be one of the best ways to do that. Here are six of the biggest health food trends of 2021. 1. Kelp Instead of Kale Kale was the talk of the town for a while, but now kelp giving it a run...
4/1/2021 6:45:43 PM
Surgery can require lengthy recovery times, which often entail detailed plans for pain management. Opioids can help take the edge off severe pain, but they aren’t the best option for some people, and many of us want more options that don't risk dependence. Acupuncture could provide that solution. Here’s the science behind the practice. Reducing Post-Op Pain The stretch of time following surgery can...
4/1/2021 5:54:53 PM
The art of procrastination is common — probably more common than not. There are many reasons why we hold off on completing important tasks, no matter how simple or mundane they are. But why do we put off scheduling a doctor’s appointment or studying for an exam until the last minute? And how can we stop when it's become a habit?Most of us procrastinate because we don't want to do some particular task....
3/22/2021 5:18:37 PM
Breast health matters, but many women aren’t sure, beyond mammograms, what they really need to be doing to protect themselves. It turns out, though, that besides getting regular mammograms, we can do several important things to improve and monitor the health of our breasts. 1. If You Smoke, Quit There are several health benefits to quitting smoking, but one of them may be a reduction in the risk of...
3/22/2021 4:00:05 PM
Taking medication is so common today, it seems like everyone does it. But though meds are important and can help us manage our conditions, when it comes to longevity healthy lifestyle choices — like eating right and exercising — may have much bigger benefits than anything that comes in a bottle. Let’s take a look at the role our lifestyle choices play in lifespan. The Benefit of Medications for Better...
3/17/2021 6:38:36 PM