In 2017 it is more important than ever to take care of your body, mind, and soul. There are many ways that one can go about self-care ranging from physically challenging workout routines, to days spent at the spa or salon, or cheaper methods of meditating or using essential oils to relieve stress … [Read more...] about 3 Healthy Oils to Use Regularly
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Dieting or Fasting – Which is More Beneficial for Weight Reduction
Calories that you add to the body are often your biggest enemy when you are trying to control your body weight. The more you can control calories that go into your body, better control you have on body weight. This principle works in dieting that is widely practiced for weight reduction and weight … [Read more...] about Dieting or Fasting – Which is More Beneficial for Weight Reduction
Some Basics to Know When Suffering from Varicose Veins
The troublesome condition of varicose veins and spider veins may occur in both men and women of any ages. However, the condition usually affects pregnant women and older people. It is a very common condition that affects a lot of individuals around the world. Some medical researchers report that … [Read more...] about Some Basics to Know When Suffering from Varicose Veins
Do You Know Your Family’s Medical History?
How many of you know your family's medical history? I know for myself personally, I know most of my family's history but there is a small & important portion that I don't know. When I was 18 months old I was diagnosed with Encephalitis and Epilepsy. I ended up in a coma for 3 1/2 months and … [Read more...] about Do You Know Your Family’s Medical History?
Ten Tips for Effective Communication With Your Doctor
Sometimes my work as a family doctor the days don’t always go as expected. On a busy day, I feel like I’ll never catch up, and it’s frustrating that I can’t give adequate time to each individual patient. One afternoon not long ago, I was feeling unusually tired. I looked down at my schedule and saw … [Read more...] about Ten Tips for Effective Communication With Your Doctor
CPR For An Infant – Is It Different
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving method that can make the crucial difference between life and death. Often called the ‘kiss of life,’ CPR is essentially a heart massage, to get a heart in distress to keep the blood flowing in the body, so as to keep the organs functioning. This … [Read more...] about CPR For An Infant – Is It Different
Boosting a Child’s Immune System with Liquid Vitamin C
When my daughter was little one of her doctors educated me on several different vitamins that help to boost your immune system. At the time, Jenelle was catching every single cold, flu and illness that circulated around her daycare facility. As a parent, I was tired of seeing my daughter sick and I … [Read more...] about Boosting a Child’s Immune System with Liquid Vitamin C
Top 5 Foods for Weight Loss
Image Credit: Pixabay If you are trying to lose weight, you may be counting calories and tracking calorie expenditure to create a calorie deficit. While this idea of “calories in, calories out” has been around for a long time, there is new evidence that types of foods you eat matter and can make a … [Read more...] about Top 5 Foods for Weight Loss