It seems that each day a new threat from smoking tobacco emerges. Whether another disease directly linked to the habit or how it peripherally affects non-smokers, this once thought of benign “relaxation” tool has a wider reach than previously thought. It turns out that studies show how thirdhand smoke remains an unexpected and unknown risk leading to the potential for non-smokers, beyond secondhand smoke exposure, to still possibly stand in harm’s way. If you are concerned about your body; have children, especially an infant; are over 65 or...
read moreToenail fungus has long been considered a tough condition to remedy without the assistance of conventional drugs or procedures. Using strong creams, pills, laser or even surgery can be wrought with side effects, painful recovery and sometimes fungus reappearance. However, these 3 natural remedies for toenail fungus have been used by many people who report successful, long lasting results. Before you decide to plunk down your hard earned coin for a Big Pharma fix, try an alternative approach. These may be all you need to clear up your...
read moreEveryday scientific reports are showing how a poor diet and sedentary lifestyle inevitably has the potential lead to disease and an early grave. Maybe it’s the convenience of modern society that has finally taken its toll as the US alone remains challenged by a teetering obesity, diabetes and heart disease epidemic simply as a result of poor life management. Possibly one of the fallouts of generations failing to heed the dietary and exercise advice of corroborated science is age related macular degeneration (AMD) a top cause of blindness...
read moreYou might be suffering with heavy, aching leg discomfort which could include swelling, muscle fatigue, pain, or limited range of motion. This may indicate a struggle for the heart to efficiently transport blood throughout the body so a cardiac checkup is a good idea. After a doctor’s visit you could be diagnosed as having chronic venous disorder (CVD) which affects systemic circulation, particularly in the legs. CVD conditions might include edema (excess fluid), varicose or spider veins, phlebitis (vein inflammation), or deep vein thrombosis...
read moreAllergy season seems to be every season these days. Whether it’s pollen, mold, dust, or dander chances are you are suffering with a runny nose, scratchy throat, clogged ears and burning eyes. Sometimes it can get so bad it may feel like you have a virus. You’ve tried over the counter (OTC) or prescription decongestants, sleep aids, histamine blockers, pain killers and so many others that you’re starting to feel like a walking pharmacy. Some natural remedies may have been recommended like eating local honey, ingesting the very allergens...
read moreWhat if some of the worst degenerative diseases known to man didn’t have to be treated with addictive and potentially-dangerous prescription drugs? Research into the health benefits of spices might make this possibility a reality very soon. In the last few years, you’ve probably heard about the incredible health benefits of spices. You might already have two of the most potent medicinal spices on a shelf or rack in your kitchen. To fully take advantage of the healthy benefits of cinnamon and turmeric, however, you should look for...
read moreWhether you travel by air occasionally or are a real road warrior, jet lag can sometimes impede your performance. Feelings of being sluggish, unfocused and foggy are some symptoms of jet lag but it could go even deeper, affecting your business performance or slowing down a long planned vacation. Don’t let air travel take away your edge by applying one or more of these 4 natural remedies for jet lag. It’s probably better than pots of coffee, conventional stimulants or sleeping pills that often come with side effects. A Study of Baseball Pros...
read moreIt was only a matter of time before the ‘opti-tech’ industry was able to develop successful smart contact lens applications. Using biological eye information relayed in real time to doctors, tracking software that can detect anomalies, or utilized as an assistance tool, smart contact lenses may become just as normal as hearing aids. Research in the smart contact lens category has been going on for some time now with a variety in the prototype stage. Many lenses are recently being introduced as specific designs that may soon be a game...
read moreE-cigarette technology was first launched in China in 2003. However, it was introduced to the outside world as a potentially less hazardous product to smokers. Although e-cigarettes were marketed as an alternative to conventional cigarettes, providing that ‘nicotine fix’ without lung-blackening tar and smoke, researchers aren’t fully confident that vaping is a safe option to smoking. Both users and manufacturers in hopes of devising an alternative for conventional smoking methods have warmly embraced vaping devices. Sadly, scientific...
read moreAs you age you may begin to struggle with more urinary trips to the bathroom. Going to events or visiting people could make you think twice about how much fluid you drink to avoid multiple, embarrassing, commode visits. It is an inconvenience that has taken the pharmaceutical industry by storm with a slew of medicines to quell this natural progression. Women are more prone to an overactive bladder but men can also struggle with bathroom visits due to an enlarged prostate. Symptoms you may be experiencing include: Going to the bathroom more...
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