Potty training your toddler can seem like a daunting task If you have a friend with boys you may have heard horror stories about how it takes a long time and they have struggled to get their boys to potty train It is important to know that whenContinue Reading
Ashwagandha also known as winter cherry is an annual evergreen shrub The shrub is small with yellow flowers It can be found in India, the Middle East, and parts of Africa It is one of the main herbs used in a traditional form of alternativeContinue Reading
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs or NSAIDs are used to treat fever, muscle aches, headaches, arthritis and inflammation Over 22 million prescription strength NSAID prescriptions are written every year in the UK and over 70 million in the US Continue Reading
Headaches. Most of us get them, but what causes them? While medical professionals do not yet have a complete understanding of this common yet often wildly varying type of pain, there are answers on how to identify a headache and how to treat them. Here is a brief look intoContinue Reading
An ankle brachial index is an important test your doctor may want you to do if you have some other risk factors An ankle brachial index test is done to check for Peripheral Artery Disease, or PAD Peripheral Artery Disease is plaque buildup inContinue Reading
It’s not too late if you struggled to come up with resolutions this year. You might resolve to live a happier life. Here are five ways you can improve your physical and mental health. Keep Good Company You should first be mindful of the company you keep. It can quicklyContinue Reading
We all know the moment when we have stayed in the pool, bath, or shower too long and when we finally get out of the water our fingers are completely wrinkly and pruney This wrinkling in your fingertips is caused by shrinking blood vessels TheContinue Reading
It’s not always easy or fun to take care of your health. It is often seen as something we must do every day, or a tedious chore. Maintenance is not something that people look forward to. This was until I discovered teire. Teire is a Japanese term which directly translatesContinue Reading
As we enter Year 3 of the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans are more stressed than ever. 1 in 4 employees say they are approaching burnout. Nearly half of American adults report they are frequently too anxious to fall asleep. High stress levels cause both fatigue and sleep problems. However, lack ofContinue Reading
American skullcap is a plant that helps relax people which is why it is commonly used to treat nervous conditions as well as anxiety. GABA is an amino acid that works as a neurotransmitter in our brain and helps to calm us and aid in sleep. Skullcap has also beenContinue Reading
Unrestricted tech time has many implications for kids. A common fear that parents share is exposure to explicit and/or mature content. Among kids who see unsolicited pornography at a premature age, the long-term effects prove harmful, with research revealing three of gargantuan concern. Down the road, many of them perceiveContinue Reading
Surprisingly, it is your daily habits that have most of an impact on your energy. This can make you tired and less productive. To work effectively, you and I both need to have a certain level physical, mental and emotional energy. However, energy is a finite resource. As we use it,Continue Reading
Elecampane is a plant that tastes very bitter but has been used for many different health benefits. It can help with respiratory health as it’s typically used for lung health. It has been used in the past to help people who have a cough or bronchitis. It also can helpContinue Reading
What is the difference between muscle pain and nerve pain? If the pain is dull and persistent after an injury, it could be muscle pain. Nerve pain occurs when a health condition damages the nerves that carry sensation to the brain. Nerve pain can feel like shooting pain or aContinue Reading
Horehound is a bitter tasting plant that is used for many different health reasons. It has been used to help respiratory health and is actually an ingredient in the cough drop Ricola. It also includes anti-inflammatory properties which plays a role in fighting off harmful stimuli and bacteria. Horehound alsoContinue Reading
Sneaky and lying children can be infuriating It can cause you to lose your cool, make you question your parenting entirely The sad fact about it is sneakiness and lying is normal for children They aren’t doing it to be mean or vindictive Continue Reading
At the tail end of 2021, Better.com came under heavy criticism for holding a mass zoom call where 900 employees were fired. The CEO of Better.com admitted that the company had overhired employees as well as hiring the wrong people which led to this decision to let so many peopleContinue Reading
The term spring cleaning is thrown around a lot The definition of spring cleaning is a thorough cleaning of the house or a room usually done in the springtime Why do we want to do this thorough cleaning in the spring Usually this is inContinue Reading
In order to get an overall picture of your health many doctors will order a round of blood tests Your blood can show what is going on under the surface and help doctors treat or get ahead of any health issues that are revealed When your doctorContinue Reading
Noticing a spot on your toddler or baby’s tooth can be a bit of a shock It can be difficult to wrestle these busy toddlers down to get them to let you help brush their teeth twice a day It can be even more difficult to teach them a good dentalContinue Reading