The winter months can wreak havoc on your feet, especially if you’re not careful. You might not realize this, but your feet need extra care and protection during the cold winter months. This is particularly true when it comes to the cold. If your body is cold, it will do what it needs to in order to protect the vital organs. During extreme cold, your body doesn’t consider your hands and feet to be vital organs.…
Having a diagnosis of sleep apnea can finally name the nuisance that’s been jolting you out of your sleep at night. With the knowledge of this condition you may be up for whatever adjustments need to be made in your life; after all, apnea could put you at risk for additional health problems. Attempt to change in the following ways:
1. Lose Weight
Extra pounds can be difficult on your frame for many health reasons, including their contribution to your sleep apnea issue.…
There are some children who have a hard time in school because of health issues that are not detected, rather than lack of ability. If your child is about to start school, it is best to have a few things checked out to ensure that they are able to thrive when they start school. The following guide walks you through evaluations to consider for your child to ensure that they are able to have the best education possible when they start school.…
If you ask most people to name risk factors for osteoporosis, they may list “being female” and a low calcium intake. But while females are at a much higher risk of osteoporosis than males—and not eating enough calcium can make the condition more likely—these are far from the only risk factors for osteoporosis. Take a look at these other risk factors, some of which you may be able to modify to reduce your own risk of weak, brittle bones.…
If you’re a man who is overnight, you might not mind having a bit of a belly. What you likely don’t like, however, is that the fat around your chest may not be overly flattering. While you should think about changing your diet and getting active in an effort to reduce your overall body fat, there are non-surgical procedures to consider that can target fat in specific areas. Coolsculpting treatments, which involves freezing the fat cells so that they reduce in size, is one such procedure to consider.…
When it comes to things you can find on your rabbit, maggots are just about the worst. Not only are the gross to look at, but the presence of maggots actually indicates that your rabbit has a condition called fly strike. This is a very serious, painful condition that can quickly lead to your rabbit’s death if you don’t act quickly. Here’s what you need to know.
What is fly strike?…
Corns on the feet and toes are caused by rubbing, friction and possibly blocked sweat glands. In some cases, corns may simply be a cosmetic issue, causing you to have a slightly raised or rough surface on your toes or feet. In other cases, corns can be painful. If yours are painful, you are likely looking for a way to treat them. Here are three home remedies you can use to help get rid of the corns on your feet.…
Enjoying a nice cup of tea after a long day at work can become a ritual of sorts. It gives you the chance to release the stresses of the day and center yourself so that you can relax and enjoy the moment. However, although drinking tea can be a great way to chill out in the comfort of your own home, it also offers a number of other benefits as well.…
Fecal incontinence upsets your lifestyle and quality of life. Some people withdraw from social activities and stay home since ABL is quite unpredictable. If you’re not at home when it happens, cleaning up and changing your clothes becomes a problem. Unfortunately, this condition increases as you grow older and definitely accounts for why many elderly persons residing in nursing homes do suffer from this condition. There are tests and treatments you can undergo to effectively treat accidental bowel leaking:…
Even if you’ve been dealing with neck and/or back pain for some time, it still might be surprising to learn from your doctor that you’ve got scoliosis. Scoliosis, a curvature of the spine, can cause discomfort and pain each day. Your doctor or chiropractor will work on a treatment plan or ultimately recommend surgery, but here are a number of tips that will make your condition easier to manage.
Be Mindful of Weight on Your Back and Shoulders…