Baby Boomers account for 40% of small business and franchise ownership in the US. This equates to approximately 2.3 million small businesses, 35% of which have been in operation for over ten years. Naturally, Americans rely on Boomer-owned businesses to succeed. In fact, they employ 25 million people and 1Continue Reading
Your blood type is passed to you by your parents Blood types are type A, type B, type AB, and type O Within these types there is an Rh factor that goes into naming the type of blood you have as well If your blood cells have the Rh factorContinue Reading
Schizophrenia is a chronic brain disorder that makes it hard for a person to differ between what is real and what is fake It can cause someone to have trouble thinking clearly, managing emotions, relating to others, and even cause them to struggleContinue Reading
As the number of overweight individuals increases we are seeing an increase in the number of people dealing with diseases associated with obesity Obesity in the United States has doubled in the last decade Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease is whereContinue Reading
Experts argue that incorporating seemingly decadent treats like chocolate and red wine into your diet can have positive health benefits like a longer life. The majority of these studies indicate that polyphenols are responsible for these health benefits.Continue Reading
Do you find yourself regularly thinking about negative past experiences and the emotions you felt at the time? You might be living in the past. Rumination is defined as repetitively thinking about the same thing. It’s normal to ruminate after experiencing something negative, such as a breakup, job loss, orContinue Reading
On average, you dream around five times every night. Dreams can range from pleasant or sensible to nasty or utter nonsense, and can give you a glimpse into the subconscious mind.Continue Reading
A standard visit to the doctor usually includes a blood pressure reading, a temperature check, a breathing check by listening to your lungs, a heart beat check with the stethoscope and a quick look in your mouth, nose and throat These quick standardContinue Reading
The American Heart Association recommends limiting added sugars to no more than 25 grams per day for women and 38 grams per day for men (or 100 and 150 calories, respectively). We consume much more sugar than we realize – on average, 12 teaspoons per day for women and 17 forContinue Reading
Schizophrenia is a brain disorder This chronic disorder makes it difficult for someone to distinguish what is real and unreal About three million people per year are diagnosed with schizophrenia This disorder makes it hard to think clearly,Continue Reading
Many of us our looking for a new doctor Some due to the massive amounts of physicians that retired during the COVID pandemic, you have had a baby and need a pediatrician, you have moved and are living in a new area or new state, or maybe yourContinue Reading
Melatonin is a hormone your body produces This hormone is essential for good sleep It promotes the transition from wakefulness to sleep Melatonin is produced by the pineal gland in the middle of the brain and it functions with the rhythm ofContinue Reading
It is important to take care of our eyes We live in such a visual world keeping our eyes healthy and seeing well should be part of our health care routine There are some everyday habits that you can add to your lifestyle to help you protect yourContinue Reading
You may have noticed your child with their tiny hands clapped up against their ears when you have been vacuuming, or running the garbage disposal Sensitivity to noise is normal in children This sensitivity is most common in children from birthContinue Reading
Diabetic retinopathy is a diabetic complication It is a condition where the blood vessels in the retina, the light sensitivity tissue at the back of your eye, are damaged The blood vessels can either leak fluid, bleed, or swell All of theseContinue Reading
The toddler brain is made to take comfort in repetition Repetition helps a toddler feel safe and secure It can bring comfort to them This is why they like to watch the same shows over and over, or read the same book before bedtime every singleContinue Reading
Hospitals and the healthcare industry have always been one of the most stressed within the US COVID represented a danger not only because of its direct danger in infection, but because of the extra stress it put on a system that could not handle itContinue Reading
Hydration is important during the day It helps support bodily functions Water quenches thirst, helps manage body weight, prevents headaches, and improves your mood Not only that if you lose more than 10% of your body’s water, it could beContinue Reading
Whether you have felt car sick, seasick, or airsick you are experiencing a form of motion sickness There is no difference between these Triggers for motion sickness can be amusement park rides, virtual reality experiences, reading while inContinue Reading
Allergy sufferers around the globe long for the winter months when seasonal allergies disappear 50 million Americans suffer with allergies Unfortunately even if you don’t have an allergy now, allergies can develop at any time SeasonalContinue Reading