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Do you struggle with anxiety? You certainly aren’t alone. Roughly 18% of the population suffers from some kind of anxiety disorder, many of which can be chronic and disabling. Doctors currently use certain antidepressants or benzodiazepines to treat them, but some patients find the side effects outweigh their benefits.New studies are showing cannabidiol (CBD), one of the non-psychoactive compounds...
4/28/2018 9:00:00 PM
You’ve probably heard of medical marijuana by now. What do you really know about it? While medical marijuana has become widely accepted in many U.S. states, it is still illegal under federal law. Up until recently, studies have focused on tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the compound in marijuana that produces the telltale “high.” However, the spotlight has recently shifted to another compound found in...
3/8/2018 10:00:00 PM
Millions of people are following their doctor’s orders only to face living their lives with debilitating symptoms. For many, the fight begins with just getting the right diagnosis.Unfortunately, the vast majority of medical doctors remain unaware of the most recent advancements in autoimmune science. Doctors with traditional medical training, operating on old information, are more than likely to sentence...
1/24/2018 8:00:00 AM
Roughly 1 in 8 women will acquire some kind of thyroid disorder, and 60% of them won’t even know it. With about 20 million people suffering from thyroid disease in the U.S. alone, an estimated 12 million Americans are unaware that they have a serious, even potentially life-threatening, condition. Are you one of them?Are You at Risk?Do you have a history of thyroid disease in your family? Or, perhaps...
1/21/2018 8:00:00 AM
Are you using a moisturizer? It not only keeps skin smooth, but also prevents it from drying and cracking --- not to mention, it reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles. The challenge can be finding the right type of moisturizer for your age and skin type --- especially when it comes to your face. Not just any brand off the shelf will do once you reach a certain age. Women over 35 are in particular...
11/6/2017 8:00:00 AM
Melanoma: It’s notorious for its low survival rate. It is considered a skin cancer, but it is really a cancer of pigment cells, which is why it can travel quickly all over the body, including the brain. Once considered a death sentence, advances have been made in recent years to extend the lives of those stricken with it. Early detection is vital. However, it is still one of the most deadly cancers...
11/5/2017 7:00:00 AM
With increasing knowledge about sun tanning being a major cause of skin cancer, the use of tanning beds has been on a decline. However, a decent size of our population is still putting themselves at risk, and many of them might actually be addicted. Yes, you read that right...A recent study showed over 20 percent of white women who use tanning beds become addicted to them. Depression and low self-esteem...
10/27/2017 7:00:00 AM
Of all the many side effects of having your period, one of many women’s least favorite is bloating. It can make you feel uncomfortable and even look like you’ve gained weight. For some women it’s even painful. While this PMS symptom is largely hormones causing water retention, what you eat can either help or make it worse. Here are some cool food tips to take down bloating before it starts. Watch Your...
10/17/2017 9:00:00 PM
When it comes to breast health, it’s important to go far beyond what meets the eye. Breasts have 3 main parts: lobules, ducts, and connective tissue that can either be soft and fatty or dense and fibrous. If you have more fibrous tissue you may be diagnosed with dense breasts by your doctor, but what does that mean? The Ins And Outs Of Dense Breasts If you have dense breasts, don’t panic! This is actually...
10/10/2017 7:00:00 AM
It’s that time of year again --- when the weather gets cooler, the leaves change, everything starts coming out with a pumpkin spice flavor, and everyone around you starts sniffling. Catching a cold or battling the flu is as much a part of Fall as Halloween decorations and tailgate parties. But it doesn’t have to be. “How?” you ask? Simple. Have sex!No, Seriously... The best way to fight a cold or the...
10/9/2017 7:00:00 AM
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