With age-related macular degeneration (AMD) becoming one of the most prominent and dangerous afflictions affecting many people over the age of fifty today, research for answers continues. Although incurable, many leaps and bounds have been made in treating AMD which can also, inexplicably, go into remission, reverse and close all on its own. However, one recent study is concerning scientists due to the possible indication that eye diseases, such as AMD, could be a sign of deeper troubles. It turns out that in the case of potential brain...
read moreMany people who consume alcohol rationalize their imbibing into a daily routine as part of social interaction or a way to decompress after a hard day. In fact, according to an article in the Washington Post (9/25/14), although about 60% of people have none or one drink per week, the other 30% consumes one to two glasses of alcohol per night and the last 10%, about 24 million people, consume 10 drinks per day (which is extreme). With numbers like these it has been important for researchers to determine the variety of health effects from...
read moreYour skin is your largest organ and in many ways you can determine a variety of health conditions simply by looking at the color, texture and other telltale signs, like warts. Warts are small skin eruptions that can show up just about anywhere as flat, protruding and different color growths. Most wart outbreaks are the result of the human papillomavirus (HPV) which many people have as a non-threatening asymptomatic condition but could be dangerous if sexually transmitted. There is currently an HPV vaccine for teens to help prevent the spread...
read moreWhen your energy meter is low it could have an adverse effect on your body. Registered Dietician, Dina Aronson tells Health Media that, “Fatigue breaks us down physically and emotionally and wreaks havoc on the immune system, making us more susceptible to illness, depression, and even chronic conditions like heart disease.” Before reaching for caffeine or sugar to kick into gear you may want to avoid this temporary fix and fight fatigue with easy energy enhancing recipes. Absorb in the A.M. When you wake your body is cleansed and ready to...
read moreAge related macular degeneration or AMD is the leading cause of blindness in men and women over the age of 55. It has been reported that it will soon be an epidemic as more and more baby boomers are afflicted with this disease and the only treatment for the dry form is to take daily macular degeneration vitamins. Perhaps you have heard of AMD and have heard that taking eye vitamins is the proper advice. The are so many macular degeneration eye vitamins on the market that it can be overwhelming deciding which vitamin is the proper one for you....
read moreIf you have ever had your feet rubbed the right way you may have fallen into a trance-like state that relaxed your entire body and mind. This is for good reason as the feet contain many small bones, twenty-six in each, that take the brunt of your daily routine and more often than not respond to a good kneading. A regular foot massage is enjoyable but, according to Chinese medicine, there allegedly are special points on the feet that correlate to specific parts of the body. This systemic point map, known as a reflexology chart, shows the...
read moreThe dreaded morning sickness period which emerges in over half of pregnant women about the sixth week through the twelfth week is one of lore, handed down as a badge of honor. Some experience little bouts while others are inundated with daily episodes that could drain energy and fray nerves. Now you can wear that badge of honor with pride as a new study finds that experiencing morning sickness is a good thing. In addition, there’s no need to suffer unreasonably so if you are struggling, these 6 natural remedies may help you along. A Necessary...
read moreAntibiotics began as a kind of miracle cure for many bacterial infections. The first successful test was recorded in 1909 by Paul Ehrlich and Alexander Fleming when an antibiotic strain cured syphilis in rabbits. By the 1940’s penicillin was invented and from there a snowball effect of stronger strain after stronger strain was introduced until we have ended up where we are today, over prescribed. It was recently reported on Monday, September 19, in a study published by JAMA Internal Medicine that overprescribing of antibiotics in the U.S. is...
read moreIt turns out that there are several more reasons why it is essential to stay on top of your vision health. Macular degeneration continues to threaten thousands of people who are mostly over the age of fifty. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, “Nearly 2.1 million Americans age 50 and older have late AMD [age related macular degeneration], the stage that can lead to severe vision impairment. In 2010, 9.1 million Americans had early AMD. By age 80, one in ten Americans has late AMD, which is more common in women than in men.” In...
read moreWhen it comes to your eyes, vision weakness from diseases like macular degeneration should make you take notice of these 7 warning signs of age-related eye problems and what you can do. The more you know the more chances you have to prevent eye problems from advancing in yourself or a loved one. Some Stats, But Don’t Panic Occupational Health and Safety cites a recent report that estimates “more than 142 million Americans older than 40 have vision problems.” Some of those suffering ignore their symptoms or don’t even know they have any. This...
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