Most parents will bandage a bazillion boo boos and ease a host of heartaches, perhaps even before noon. It’s part of the job. In doing so, we may become so accustomed to pulling out the old first-aid kit that we almost forget there are some things a kiss on the forehead and a colorful bandage cannot fix. Some symptoms are subtle signs of a more severe injury or illness—one that could become dangerous or even […]
Healthy Living
An anti-inflammatory diet is far different from the ubiquitous fad diets for weight loss. Anti-inflammatory diets focus on eating to reduce inflammation rather than pants size. And while you may mange to lose weight on such plans, the other salubrious effects are certain to be more impressive. Anti-inflammatory Diet Foods Anti-inflammatory foods are those that trigger specific hormones that control the body’s inflammatory response. Eating foods that prevent inflammation helps control symptoms common in inflammatory […]
The benefits of fiber in your diet go beyond regularity. In fact, a high-fiber diet is shown to lower your risks of diabetes and heart disease, according to the Mayo Clinic. Additionally, people who consume more, often have greater success while dieting because their food digests more slowly, and therefore keeps you fuller longer. bbNevertheless, most Americans do not consume the recommended daily intake, reports the University of Maryland Medical Center. What is Dietary Fiber? Dietary fiber, […]
Oxygen is the colorless, odorless gas that is both an abundant element and a life-sustaining constituent. Oxygen therapy is a treatment that gives you additional oxygen for health benefits. The air we breathe contains round 21 percent oxygen, which is sufficient for those with healthy lungs. People who cannot absorb enough oxygen from the air, due to certain diseases, often need oxygen therapy so that their bodies can function normally. In these cases, people are […]
Steps for Diet Success The holiday season brings hosts of attractive appetizers and tempting treats. Those who graze on these goodies are likely to put on a few extra holiday pounds. According to Mayo Clinic nutritionists, typical holiday weight gain is around two pounds. Some see this number as seemingly insignificant. However, most adults also gain anywhere from a half a pound to two pounds yearly. Add those pounds add up overtime, and the numbers […]