Month: December 2016

Does PCOS Stop at Menopause? The Answer’s Not What You Think!

Though PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) is a fairly common condition–indeed, ten – thirty percent of all women of childbearing age have it–there is still a surprising amount of misinformation about precisely what it is, and how it is remedied.

You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out

Romans 5:8 says that, “God demonstrated His love for us in this: that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”

Weight Loss Stalls After Bariatric Surgery

Weight loss after bariatric surgery moves at its own pace, a fact which takes many people by surprise. After two or three weeks of successful and rapid weight loss, it can be somewhat disconcerting to realize that your body is no longer slimming down, regardless of how little food you put into your mouth. It […]

Shocking Reality of Dementia Homecare Hidden Behind Closed Doors

A recent investigation has found that one in three homecare workers have no dementia training. In a study conducted with Unison, Skills for Care and Freedom information and a survey completed by 1,220 people affected by dementia they found startling information. In addition to the 33% of the workforce not receiving any training, the workers […]

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How Barbershops Can Keep Men Healthy | Joseph Ravenell

The Barbershop became a place for community outreach in the medical field. The Barbershop provides a place of sanctuary for black men and communities, a hub of safe social connection and information, a place where the community can keep watch over their friends. With an increased occurrence of high blood pressure among black males, there […]

Coping with Female Hair Loss During the Holidays

For the roughly twenty million women in the United States with hair loss, the holidays are a stressful time. With hair tied to a woman’s beauty, they may feel scared of stepping out the door. But, there are a variety of health conditions that can lead to hair loss, such as androgenic alopecia, telogen effluvium, […]

Yes, Your Joints Do Hurt More When It’s Cold Out—Here’s Why

Pain in the joints often is the result of an injury. During the cold weather season, however, many without past injuries have also complained of pain in the joints. There are a couple of theories on why this happens. One such theory is that when the weather is cold the body pumps more blood to […]

What’s In It For Me?

Luke 6:38 says, “Give, and it will be given to you.   A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over.”

Discovery of Neurotransmission Gene May Permit Early Detection of Alzheimer’s Disease

Many of us have or had loved ones that has been affected by Alzheimer’s. It is not easy to watch, as your loved one fades away. You know they are still in there and love them regardless. The disconnect is hard to experience, and you can only hope that one day you are not cursed […]

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Pushing Past Your Physical ‘Limits’: How the Navy SEALs’ “40% Rule” Can Help You Do More Than You Thought Possible

People have pre-conceived notions of what physical feats they can or cannot do, which are reinforced through time and habit. As a result, the majority of people never actually reach the limits of what their bodies are capable of. For example, someone who runs 5k daily but usually gets tired by the last kilometer may […]