Chances are that you’ve heard about a professional athlete suffering a meniscus tear. Such injuries aren’t limited to professional athletes; in fact, they are one of the most common cartilage-related issues to afflict the knees. The Role of the Meniscus ...
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Six Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Allergies
It may seem that allergies are a fairly simple topic – in short, the immune system overreacts to harmless substances, causing various health issues. However, there are probably a few facts related to allergies that you were likely not aware ...
Read More »Anxiety and Allergies: A Possible Link
On the surface, it would seem that allergies and anxiety would have little in common, save for the fact that they both affect millions of Americans. A recent report, however, indicates that children with food allergies are likewise prone to ...
Read More »Tired Of Allergies? Seven Tips to Keep Your Allergies Under Control
For Allergy sufferers, the beginning of allergy season (and the resulting problems) tends to be considered something of an inevitability. While avoiding allergy triggers is all but impossible, you can take steps to avoid the ever-present nuisance of pollen. Windy ...
Read More »A Regional Guide for Fall Allergies
There’s a good chance that, come the onset of autumn, you’ll suddenly find yourself experiencing a runny nose, itchy eyes and a scratchy throat. The impact of fall allergy season, however, can vary dramatically based on where you live. The ...
Read More »Do You Have Allergies? These Cells MIght Be Responsible
It is generally understood that allergies can be blamed on an overzealous immune system. Until very recently, doctors could not pinpoint the cells responsible for such reactions; a 2017 report, however, believes it has identified these microscopic culprits. Picking out ...
Read More »Searching for a Peanut Allergy Cure
It’s a well know fact that peanuts are a fairly popular snack. Unfortunately, peanuts also trigger allergic reactions in a large number of people. The good news is that a cure for peanut allergies might be available in the not-too-distant ...
Read More »A Common Irritant: Putting Ragweed Under the Microscope
Do you suffer from seasonal allergies? If so, there’s a good chance that your annual misery can be blamed on ragweed, a technically harmless weed found across the United States. By learning more about this plant, allergy sufferers can take ...
Read More »Triple Berry Breakfast Pops
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. reduced fat plain Greek yogurt6 oz. blackberries6 oz. blueberries6 oz. raspberries2 tbsp. honey1 tsp. vanilla extract Directions: In a food processor or blender, blend the fruit, honey, and vanilla to your desired consistency. In a large ...
Read More »Summer Berry Salad
Ingredients: 3 cups fresh spinach1 cup strawberries, halved1/2 cup blueberries1 peach, cut into wedges1 Red onion, sliced1/4 cup walnuts, chopped1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled For the Vinaigrette 1 cup olive oil1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Directions: In a medium bowl, add ...
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