We’ve all laughed at the silly commercials, but the truth is, having an overactive bladder really affects your life, and running to the bathroom all the time is a pain. Frequent urges can keep you from enjoying your life and get you up multiple times during the night. But do
Let’s face it. Life can be stressful. Whether it is work, never-ending errands, a busy home life, or another stressor, we could all use a break sometimes. This means that it is time for a vacation! Vacations are typically the way we try to escape from everyday chaos, bringing much-needed
There are many reasons why people choose to use alternative health treatments such as acupuncture, aromatherapy, CBD capsules, homeopathy or turning to spiritual guidance as they feel that they can offer them a more holistic approach to how they feel with calming emotions, anxiety and improving general health. People also
As your parents get older, they may face the difficult decision of where they will live as they age. For some people, a senior living community might be the best option, but this is not the case for everyone. According to an AARP report, 87 percent of adults age 65
If you are concerned about your medical well-being, or the well-being of a friend or loved one, you may find that the more you research, the more questions you have. There are so many different ways to get extra medical care, and because our body’s systems are so connected, it
Floating pods utilize a practice your grandmother probably told you about when you were younger. Its not a new practice, it has just been modernized and improved. Float pods are human sized tanks. They are often called sensory deprivation tanks because they eliminate external stimuli. Most often, towels and ear
More than 2 million patients are hospitalized every year after they inadvertently mix their prescription drugs, while another 100,000 die annually. And the statistics get worse with age. The chance of an adverse drug reaction for people over 50 jumps 33 percent versus younger people. Even over-the-counter medications and supplements
The dangers of tobacco have been established for decades and yet 6.5 Trillion cigarettes are still sold globally every year. That means 18 billion cigarettes are smoked everyday and the saddest thing of all is that most of these are smokers from the poorest regions in the world. Six million
Many bodily changes take place as you age, but there are some that may be more damaging than others. One of the most common is the development of sleep disorders, especially once you enter your senior years. Insomnia, shorter REM cycles, and waking during the night may all occur; however, the
Winter is a time for snuggling up by the fire with a cup of tea and good book, hopefully without the addition of a runny nose and fever during this flu season. Colds spread through the office and school classrooms like crazy at this time of year, but you don’t
Approximately 80% of resolutions fail by the second week in February. Why? Because dramatic and immediate changes are not sustainable long-term. So this year, make 2019 not a year of resolutions or diets but one of incremental changes to instill habits that create real long-lasting results. Here are 6 tips: Do What You Enjoy Commit to trying new things or
If you are in the middle of a cold or cough epidemic in your house, you might wonder when on earth it will end. When one person brings home a bug, it can quickly spread around the family causing weeks of misery. It is around this time when you wonder
In a world suddenly teeming with super foods and self-proclaimed miracle supplements, it can be a challenge to find not only supplements that actually are natural and healthy, but the ones that are right for you. Each person’s experience with these supplements may vary, but listed below are just a
Losing items, forgetting people’s names and missing appointments are common and frustrating challenges, but for people 65 and older, such instances can be frightening. It’s a common perception that our memory fades as we age. The human brain processes different types of memory, some affected by age and others not. For example,
Insight into my DNA has been made possible by personal genomics. Now, I am able to know whether I have cancer-causing or other alterations in my genes. However, you might be someone who adamantly refuses to learn about your genes and whether you are at risk for certain diseases. Avoiding information
Recent studies conclude that high glucose levels can negatively affect memory and impair cognition, sugar can indirectly dissolve memory! In fact, individuals with diabetes, a condition that causes elevated high blood sugar levels are known to have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, a form of dementia. It seems that the brain in type II
Nocturia, a treatable medical condition that forces you to wake up multiple times a night to urinate, affects nearly 50 million Americans and is the leading cause of sleep disruption.1,2 However, most Americans have never heard of nocturia and think waking multiple times at night to urinate is normal. Nocturia
Dementia is not just challenging for the patient struggling with the condition, it is very difficult for their loved ones and problematic for the staff treating them. The person who has dementia is confronted with confusion, loss of communication skills, and the degradation of short-term and long-term memories. It can
Are you wondering if chiropractic treatment is all it’s cracked up to be? Here’s what you can expect if you decide to undergo a chiropractic treatment plan. Getting older can mean more doctors and new treatments. As we age, our bodies often protest with new aches and pains. Staying healthy
Are you suffering from lost sleep and low energy due to menopausal sleep disturbance symptoms like night sweats and hot flashes? A new sleep product can provide relief and help you get the rest you need, without the use of hormones. In a groundbreaking clinical study, the BedJet climate comfort
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