A correlation has been made between frequent use of social media sites and body image concerns in the younger adult population. These are across the boards regarding race, gender, age, and income. Researchers utilized a questionnaire with individuals between the ages of 19-32 regarding their use of 11 popular social media outlets. Individuals who spent […]
What a comfort to know that 911 is just a phone call away in the time of need. The beauty of 911 is that people have the liberty to call for any emergency, even for the rescue of a cat stuck in a tree. Financial emergencies do not come perfectly packaged, nor do they warn […]
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, or PCOS, is a hormonal condition frequently sparked by Insulin Resistance. This disorder causes a variety of symptoms, occurring in unique combinations in the women who fight it. Although cystic ovaries are often considered the hallmark of this condition, given its name, it actually presents with a diverse list of symptoms and, […]
The answer to this question depends on who you are, what your activity level is, and what you weigh. But regardless of age, weight, activity level and gender, it’s likely that you are not drinking enough water. Everyone benefits from drinking any amount of water, but drinking the right amount benefits you the most.
There’s a lot stress and pressure in this fast paced rushed world we live in, now add the demands of planning a wedding and all the details involved…hello bridezilla!
In Vitro Fertilization or IVF is on the rise as many people experience difficulty becoming pregnant. IVF is a process where the eggs are fertilized outside of the body and then returned to the womb to continue to grow. The process of menstruation and ovulation is described as well as the process of fertilization within […]
According to Delray Beach,FL, dermatologist Janet Allenby, MD,acne on the scalp is an inflammatory reaction around the hair and sebum follicles and can be caused by many things, but most frequently, it is hormonal and excessive sebum (oil) production that are the biggest influences. The scalp can have acne outbreaks just like the face does, […]
Kaser Nazir, a consultant podiatric surgeon specializing in the foot and ankle, explains how to properly tape a sprained ankle. He demonstrates this with a live human model, drawing diagrams of the interior of the ankle on the person’s skin, and wrapping it with tape. The goal of strapping is to provide extra support that […]
The article “3 Little Known Long Term Care Insurance Alternatives” is about an elderly woman who was under a long-term care facility for over five years. She transferred her financial accounts to a firm called Alliance Wealth Management. Mary’s goals were simple, to leave money for her family. Mary’s mom had Alzheimer’s disease and the […]
It is a common misconception that eating disorders are just phases that people go through. People with eating disorders should seek professional help as early as possible to avoid serious resulting health issues. People who suffer from anorexia are in danger of dehydration, kidney failure, and heart failure, to name a few of the risks. […]
