Osteoarthritis is a painful joint disorder and is actually the most common joint disorder in the United States. Of those 60 years old or older 10% of men and 13% of women have knee osteoarthritis[1] and that is just one joint, there are many more that have osteoarthritis in the hips, shoulders, and other joints....
Vaginal atrophy is inflammation, dryness, and thinning of the vaginal walls. The condition is also known as atrophic vaginitis. There are many forms of treatment for vaginal atrophy. This article examines some natural remedies, lifestyle changes, and medical treatments that can help. Symptoms of Vaginal Atrophy The symptoms of vaginal atrophy can vary and a woman...
Adam Schaub, from Houston Texas, did not foresee the events that would take place on that sunny, sweltering day. It was early July, and temperatures were a high 100°F ( 37.8°C). Adam was outside cutting up logs with his dad when suddenly, he started sweating profusely, his face turning flush. Hoping to ease his discomfort, he...
There is nothing light-hearted about a loved one succumbing to cancer, and no family can prepare for the heartbreak that follows, especially when that person is their own child. But one 5-year-old boy’s creative obituary managed to help his parents cope with the difficulty of losing him and provided some comedic relief during a very...
Magnesium is one of the most important mineral elements needed by the body. It’s believed to play the role of a supporting factor in more than 300 biochemical processes that the body undergoes. Magnesium can be obtained naturally from many foods we consume, or taken as a dietary supplement in form of tablets and syrups....
Our teeth are one of the first things people notice. When creating a first impression, or simply just smiling, most of are self-conscious about our teeth being yellow or stained. Consequently, this can take a hit on our confidence. We are obsessed with having white teeth, hence the growing number of people using white strips....
When thinking of potential household threats, mold may not be the first thing that comes to mind. In the hierarchy of household hazards, mold exposure is likely to be put on the back burner while hazards like fire, chemical products, carbon monoxide, or even a loose floorboard are at the forefront. Mold in your house is often...
Summer is here! That means warm weather, longer days, and unfortunately bugs. No one wants to see creepy crawlers running about in their home or have to use harsh pesticides to get rid of them. Luckily there are a lot of home remedies that you can use to deal with your pest problem while also...
This article was originally published in March 2018 and has since been updated. In 2018, what was supposed to be a quick stop at the dentist’s office soon spiraled downward when 15-year-old Leah Kitchen fell ill. Everyone knows routine visits to tighten braces are necessary. However, for Leah, one of these visits ultimately affected her...
Gel manicures have become the preferred nail manicure for many women these past few years instead of the traditional polish that has been around since the early 1900s. One of the reasons being that gel manicure lasts 2-3 times longer than a regular manicure (up to 4 weeks), and they keep their shiny and chip-free...
It can be incredibly frustrating dealing with the lack of commitment we women so often face from potential partners. Sure, not everyone is worth sticking around for, but when you find that special person, what can you do to keep the relationship strong? You should never have to compromise who you are, but there are...
Worried about your shoulder stiffness? If you think you have frozen shoulder read below to find out symptoms, causes and treatments in order to reduce pain and regain full range of motion. What Is Frozen Shoulder? Officially known as adhesive capsulitis, Frozen Shoulder occurs when your shoulder joint is stiff with pain to the point...
