Scratching your eczema only makes the situation worse, but how do you stop? Eczema is a skin condition that affects our immune system and causes red, dry, cracked patches of skin that constantly itch. Eczema affects 35 million Americans, and 70% of them began in children younger than 5-years-old. So if you have a childContinue reading "Eczema Sufferers: How to Stop Scratching Your Skin"
How to Minimize Your Chance of Getting a UTI
Urinary tract infections are never fun, so we should all try and prevent them. Anyone who has ever had a UTI knows how annoying, complicated, and painful they can really be. Urinary Tract Infections happen when bacteria causes an infection somewhere within the urethra, bladder, kidneys, or ureters. Some people are more predisposed to themContinue reading "How to Minimize Your Chance of Getting a UTI"
Five Foods to Help Your Vision
Carrots aren’t the only food that is good for your eyes. It doesn’t matter if you are a stay-at-home-mom, or an orthopaedic surgeon, your eyes are one of your most important organs. Much of the time we are genetically predisposed to the eyes we are given, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t try andContinue reading "Five Foods to Help Your Vision"
Surprising Health Benefits of Pickle Juice
Lovers of pickle juice now have another reason to celebrate. When it comes to pickle juice, you either love it or you hate it. I know people in both camps, but personally I could do without it, even though I remember craving it when I had baby #2. Pickle juice is something that most peopleContinue reading "Surprising Health Benefits of Pickle Juice"
Do You Need a Cooling Bra this Summer?
Discover a bra designed to keep you cool and comfortable on hot summer days. As active women, one important thing that we often overlook is whether or not we are wearing a proper bra. An international survey of 10,000 women found that over 64 percent were wearing the wrong size bra. As if that weren’tContinue reading "Do You Need a Cooling Bra this Summer?"
A Ranking of the Worst Social Media Sites for Mental Health
Mounting evidence suggests that social media has a negative effect on our brains. I have written about social media before, and the more I read about the negative psychological effects associated with it, the more concerned I become. I say, as I check my Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat. Social media is everywhere. Now more thanContinue reading "A Ranking of the Worst Social Media Sites for Mental Health"
Do Senior Citizens Really Need 8 Hours of Sleep?
In terms of time spent sleeping, do senior citizens need more or less sleep? We have all heard the joke that seniors sometimes say about not sleeping as much in their old age, because they are afraid they won’t wake up. Over the span of my career I have also heard many elderly people sayContinue reading "Do Senior Citizens Really Need 8 Hours of Sleep?"
How to Choose the Right Bicycle
When it comes to bicycles, not all are created equal. Bicycling may be one of the best ways to get good cardio, not only because it works a lot of muscles, but the lack of impact is also good for your joints. However, if you are riding a bicycle that doesn’t fit correctly, it canContinue reading "How to Choose the Right Bicycle"
Can Exercise Make Your Cells Younger?
Studies show that exercise may actually make you younger at a cellular level. As you probably know by now, I am a big proponent of regular exercise. Not only do I think its important to take care of your body, but the mental benefits of a regular exercise program have also been proven. A newContinue reading "Can Exercise Make Your Cells Younger?"
How to Stop Binging Food at Night
Binge eating at night can kill your diet. I always say that I am in favor of adopting an overall healthy lifestyle of proper eating and balanced fitness, but I know that for many people, diets are a more viable option. The problem with diets is that it’s so easy to slip up, and oneContinue reading "How to Stop Binging Food at Night"