As dementia takes its toll, the individual you love may become frustrated with the effects of the disease on their ability to function. They will be aware that they can no longer perform tasks that they could once do with ease. This awareness can lead to frustration, depression, anxiety and anger.
Millions of women suffer from PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome); in fact, doctors estimate that anywhere from ten to thirty percent of women of childbearing age have the disorder, making it the most prevalent of all women’s hormonal disorders. But what is truly disturbing to many women and to mothers in particular is that this insidious […]
In the United States, the overall rate of preterm births is 11.4 percent, which is twice the rate of several other developed countries. Babies born early are at risk for many health concerns, including difficulty breathing, heart issues, gastrointestinal and development problems. New research suggests that approximately 25 percent of these premature births might be […]
There are many factors that affect a brides ability or inability to release fat such as sleep, stress, chemicals in your beauty products, quality of food, toxins in your home and hydration. I’m sure you’ve heard the “eat less and exercise more” advice for losing weight before wedding. The truth is “eating less […]
When finding yourself walking down the road to an Eating Disorder, it is important to realize that you need help, encouragement, and a map to recovery. Recovery can be a difficult process; however, you must first realize within that you need help. Many changes will take place both internally and externally, so having a support […]
Going on a gluten-free diet is increasingly common in our culture. It probably isn’t fair to call it a trend, because for many, it’s really not a matter of choice; various food-related health conditions may leave one with no choice but to adopt a gluten-free diet. For a minority, though, it’s an option that simply […]
This is a thought provoking and motivational video about doing the right thing. This video is part 2 of a series of videos called, “5 steps to greatness.” It gives a very interesting real world example of what happens when people don’t do the right thing and how dire the consequences can sometimes be. It […]
Visual description of COPD, and how it effects the body. Very precise video showing the lungs and how the disease is actually the result of two sub conditions. Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema are detailed and how they combine to create COPD. Lifestyle choices that can increase one’s likelihood of developing the disease are discussed. As […]
This article speaks about how a utilitarian chair can be used as a great medical tool to monitor and measure patients. Dr. De and Das of Missouri S & T have developed the chair and have purposed it to examine elderly patients. They have refitted the utilitarian chair with sensors that can detect and monitor […]
If you are feeling “blah” and can’t shake that feeling, your best way to kick that feeling is to engage in a detox. A detox is the perfect way to reset your food habits, often in the summer too many times do we let ourselves go with all of the good food and barbeques that […]
