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Difficult relatives may make the holidays more complicated whether the gathering is of the traditional sort with people around a table, or even if it's a virtual affair—difficult people make everything more, well, difficult. But when you know you’re going to be interacting with people who may cause friction or discomfort, being prepared is the first and maybe the most important step. Fortunately, there...
11/23/2020 5:00:00 AM
We know the drill when it comes to avoiding the dentist’s high-pitched drill: Brush and floss twice a day, and seek regular care and check-ups. But our overall dental health can often feel like it's just a matter of fate and mostly out of our hands. The thing is though, that our dental health isn't actually as out of our control as we might think. This is primarily because we might not know just how...
11/19/2020 4:53:47 PM
Mental health is connected to physical health in many, sometimes obvious and at other times more hidden ways. But they are connected. Consider: When we get scared, we sweat. When we cry, our blood pressure may change. And these are just the surface, measurable effects. What about being chronically stressed? The long-term effects may be harder to quantify but stress management is one of the first things...
11/19/2020 4:07:12 PM
Mental health is connected to physical health in many, sometimes obvious and at other times more hidden ways. But they are connected. Consider: When we get scared, we sweat. When we cry, our blood pressure may change. And these are just the surface, measurable effects. What about being chronically stressed? The long-term effects may be harder to quantify but stress management is one of the first things...
11/19/2020 4:07:06 PM
There’s been a lot of talk recently about strategies to snuff out COVID-19 using herd immunity. The idea seems great, well, in theory. Herd immunity works well against many viruses, but not all. Experts have weighed in on the pros and cons of using it against the pandemic, and the prospects aren’t looking great. Here’s what we know so far. How Herd Immunity Works Herd immunity occurs when enough of...
11/18/2020 6:14:48 PM
COVID-19 has altered so much of our day-to-day lives, we barely blinked at all the candy chutes this Halloween, if we even noticed. Or maybe we did a stay-home Halloween. We've modified our routines, switched to working from home, and learned to help our kids through a Zoom call. And here we are, sliding into the holidays as new lockdowns are being implemented and restrictions tighten again for much...
11/18/2020 8:00:00 AM
Many couples say what broke their relationship was their failure to communicate. They stopped talking to each other and letting one another in on the important parts of their lives. Communication is one of the key foundations of every relationship. It is often a turn-on to your partner if you communicate with them frequently and let them know exactly how you’re feeling.Bedroom TalkOne of the biggest...
11/16/2020 8:00:00 AM
Research has found that between 90 to 100% of long-term, heavy drinkers may have fatty liver disease. FLD condition may be responsible for 44% of liver disease deaths, making it among the most preventable causes of mortality in the United States. But a new therapy may help balance the odds. What Causes Fatty Liver Disease? Doctors diagnose fatty liver disease when fat tissue makes up 5% or more of...
11/16/2020 8:00:00 AM
Many who suffer from both asthma and anxiety can attest to the connection; in some cases, sufferers may find it difficult to tell one from the other. About 34% of people with asthma also have an anxiety disorder. Both can make the lungs feel heavy, but the two together can be an even more difficult challenge.Physical and Emotional Triggers in AsthmaAccording to a study published in Cognitive Therapy...
11/13/2020 8:00:00 AM
Shingles is a painful condition caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It typically occurs after you've had chickenpox (frequently as a child), but until we average 50 years old, the virus may remain inactive inside the body’s cells. When it surfaces, the virus forms a rash and can also trigger a myriad of complications. The worst part? It can come back. Learn how to protect yourself. How Can You Tell...
11/9/2020 7:39:45 PM