2016
Many people suffer from the common intestinal disorder Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Symptoms of IBS can include diarrhea, constipation, bloating, gas and stomach cramping. It can be a chronic condition in which it seems there is no real relief in sight. The fact is, there are some surprising natural remedies for IBS that you probably never thought of. These treatments can help reduce or even eliminate the symptoms of IBS without the sometimes harsh side effects of drugs.…
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Painkillers are some of the most common forms of medication. Most people automatically reach for a painkiller, whenever they feel any pain, such as a headache, and the drugs they do work. Unfortunately, painkillers also have their side effects. For example, some common painkillers have been linked to hearing loss in women:
The Connection
Researchers at a women’s hospital conducted a study that revealed that women who took acetaminophen or ibuprofen at least two days per week experienced an increased risk of hearing loss.…
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When you have gone through your life without any chronic respiratory issues, you may have trouble adjusting when you begin to suffer from adult-onset asthma. And if your asthma is also severe, the struggle can be even more difficult. While it may be challenging, there are ways that you can manage your adult-onset asthma and maintain your overall respiratory health. Get to know some of the options that are available to you so that you can take the best care of your health possible.…
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As your parent ages, it can start to be a very overwhelming and difficult experience. You have to experience the emotional difficulties of having a parent who is aging and may have declining physical and mental health. You will also have to juggle a larger number of tasks. It is very easy to experience burnout and difficult to cope with it. You will need to find out whether you are suffering from burnout and find effective ways to cope.…
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Charity walks allow people to walk a short or long distance to raise money for a good cause, and they can be a fun way for participants to help others while socializing and making new friends. Aging, being differently abled, or facing disease need not be reasons that keep you away from charity walks that you would enjoy. Here’s how you can still participate with the help of mobility aids.…
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Recovering from a very intense workout or an injury can be extremely time consuming. All types of athletes have used ice for as long as sports have been around, since it is good at reducing swelling, and it can also help with pain. With the advancement of technology, a new type of therapy has been developed. The new type of therapy is called cryotherapy and involves being exposed to the cold.…
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If you have COPD, emphysema, or some other respiratory problem, you may have to have oxygen that you can use at home. It doesn’t matter if you have to have it on an as-needed basis or all the time; you are going to need to have a good source of your supplemental oxygen. There are several different kinds of tanks or other supplemental devices that your doctor may prescribe for you.…
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If your child is showing an increased disinterest in food, they may have an eating disorder. While you might think that eating disorders begin during the teenage years, that’s not necessarily true. Research has shown that even very young children can develop anorexia. In fact, the same studies have found that babies may be born with the genetic predisposition to develop eating disorders. If you suspect that your child may have an eating disorder you should speak to your primary care physician as soon as possible.…
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When you have scheduled an appointment for a hysterectomy and an oophorectomy, procedures to remove your uterus and your ovaries/Fallopian tubes respectively, you find yourself wondering about the recovery process and the possible long-term effects of such a surgery. Whether you are having the surgery done because of menorrhagia (extremely heavy menstrual periods) or because you have cancer in those organs (or the genetic predisposition for ovarian or uterine cancer), there are many changes that you can expect following your surgery.…
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Don’t drink coffee, it will stunt your growth! If your mother shouted that to you as a kid, you’re not alone. But while your mom may have been right about a lot of things, she was not right about coffee. The truth is, drinking coffee would not have kept you from growing. In fact, coffee actually offers a number of health benefits.
Coffee May Protect Against Heart Disease
A warm cup of Joe on a cool morning really is good for your heart and mind – as long as you don’t overindulge.…
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