The estimate is that more than 70% of the American population is either obese or overweight. That is a significantly high number, considering that the U.S. population is just roughly 5% of the world’s population. Then there is the problem with eating disorders, where only 1 out of 10 people go for treatment. America has …
Your toes are often moist and damp making it a haven for yeasts, fungi, and molds. Thus, a lot of people develop toenail fungus or onychomycosis at some point in their life. Nail fungal infection can be challenging to cure as they don’t heal without a proper and consistent anti-fungal treatment. The signs of fungal …
Acne is a common problem for adolescents and young adults. It happens when red bumps or small cysts appear on the parts of the body, particularly the face. Acne is formed when the pores get clogged due to stress and hormones. It can enlarge if bacteria get inside your skin, causing inflammation. A myth is …
Slowly losing your faculties can be a terrifying thing, especially if it’s an inevitable part of growing old. More than 5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s, but certain factors can delay the onset of the dreaded condition — or even completely stop it in its track. 1. Clear Vision Your eyes are more than just …
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Mosquitoes can do more than cause itchy and annoying bites. They can also spread diseases and viruses which can make anyone sick. Even worse, there are instances when these diseases can cause death. Although almost every kind of mosquitoes is irritating, a few ones are lethal enough to cause diseases. Mosquitoes bite at any time …
At the dawn of the millennium, we worried about youth getting hooked on video games and fighting over whose turn it was at the computer. Now, with a phone in everybody’s hands, the potential to get hooked on a variety of apps and social media diversions is endless. Most people would agree that we all …
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Pinocchio is a famous cartoon character whose nose gets longer every time he tells a lie. Had Pinocchio been a real person, he would have had sustained various types of nasal injuries because of his nose length. But, even an average Joe is prone to such injuries because the nose is designed to stick out, and thus, …
Can’t seem to keep your mind from racing as you’re about to sleep? There’s no doubt that a racing mind could be a massive obstacle to restful sleep. This is, in fact, among the most common issues that individuals with insomnia struggle with, according to the National Sleep Foundation. If insufficient slumber is interfering with …
Some level of discomfort is, unfortunately, a part of life. People have different pain thresholds, but few can withstand hip pain. This is because of the abundant nerve supply of the hip region and its weight-bearing properties. Unfortunately, hip pain is the leading cause of discomfort in seniors. Most of them suffer varying co-morbidities owing …
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Some women loathe some of the side effects that come with being pregnant—morning sickness, mood swings, swollen feet, and dull skin. While in addition to the gift of life itself, others are blessed with that lovely pregnancy glow. That being said, there are mommas-to-be that end up being more excited than others with this pregnancy …
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