It’s a very safe bet to say that, at some in our lives, virtually everyone has experienced a headache. For most people, headaches are just an occasional nuisance, and tend to be over fairly quickly. Others are not so lucky, ...
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Removing all Distractions: Tips for Staying Focused
No matter what responsibilities your job requires, you have probably struggled with maintaining focus at some point or another. Don’t feel too bad if you have this problem; even employees with stellar work ethics can find it difficult to concentrate ...
Read More »Fire in the Belly (and Intestine): A Closer look at Ulcers
In the past, you might have heard someone complaining about having an ulcer, and allude to how miserable this condition makes their daily life. These unfortunate individuals aren’t lying, as ulcers often lead to a barrage of symptoms that can ...
Read More »Nighttime Noise: Tips for Stopping Snoring
It would be putting things mildly to say that snoring is common problem. Chances are that if you don’t personally have this problem, you know someone that does. While pinning down the exact number of snorers is a bit tricky, ...
Read More »The Health Risks of Poor Posture
While growing up, there’s a very good chance your parents reprimanded you more than once about your posture. To be sure, this is a common problem, as both children and adults alike are prone to frequent slouching and slumping. Poor ...
Read More »The Hidden Risks of Dehydration
Even if you’re not a medical professional, it’s pretty easy to guess the symptoms of dehydration. When running low on water, the mouth becomes noticeably dry and starts pining for water. Additionally, a person experiencing mild dehydration will likely encounter ...
Read More »The Warning Signs of Stroke
Over the decades, strokes have gained a well-deserved reputation as one of the biggest health threats facing Americans. It’s hard to minimize the widespread impact of strokes, especially when considering the following facts (courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control ...
Read More »A Lethal Disease: Why Pancreatic Cancer is so Deadly
In each historical era, it seems that humanity is confronted by hideously powerful diseases that are impervious to all available medicines. In the middle ages, the infamous Black Death struck down roughly a third of Europe’s populace. A century ago, ...
Read More »Fighting Back Against Skin Damage
No one likes getting old; we have less energy, many people put on weight and the body becomes more susceptible to injury and disease. Our looks hardly escape unscathed either, as Father Time often leaves an everlasting imprint on our ...
Read More »How Night Owls Can Get to Bed Earlier
There’s a good chance you’re reading this article while battling a strong nap craving. Or, perhaps later in the day, you’ll wind up nodding off while watching TV. Maybe your body is relying on that fourth cup of coffee to ...
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