Common foods that are IBS triggers
Irritable Bowel Syndrome triggers are the things that make your IBS symptoms flare up. It is easy to avoid such triggers when you are aware of them. Once you know what causes the symptoms to flare up, you can make…
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Top 5 delicious anti-inflammatory drinks
When one is suffering from a medical condition that causes inflammation, taking right medications and treatments become necessary. Apart from medical solutions, however, some foods that fight inflammation are available for your use as well. For those who constantly look…
3 popular categories of hearing aids you should know about
Hearing aid prices are always on the higher side, and many people are unable to purchase them owing to their high prices. But you should know that there is a wide range of hearing aids available, and the pricing of…
The healing power of spices
The most powerful resources to combat inflammation come from the grocery store and not the pharmacy. Foods that fight inflammation have been researched and have been confirmed to have anti-inflammatory effects and some spices have excellent antioxidants that curb the…
When dealing with a kidney infection
A renal infection may occur in one or both the kidneys due to the entrance of bacteria in the tract leading up to the same. This may cause a range of symptoms and problems for the patient. Timely diagnosis and…
Side effects of male enhancement pills
Male enhancement pills can serve problems ranging from erectile dysfunction, loss of libido and for small penis size. Though medicines for improving sexual function are available through prescription; the ones for increasing penis size are not regulated and available illegally. All…
What causes kidney infections?
A kidney infection leads to symptoms like pain in the abdomen and lower back region, as well as discolouration and cloudy appearance of the urine. Many reasons may cause a kidney infection and kidney stones, which should be dissolved with…
Fat burners: The new weight-loss supplements
Weight loss is such a sought-after topic that reducing excess body fat has become an everyday norm of our daily lives. And if it’s about weight loss, it has to be about following the right diet, a balanced lifestyle, a…
Seven natural cures for kidney infections
Kidney infection can be quite painful and discomforting for the people dealing with its infection. A dose comprising medication of pain killers as well as antibiotics prescribed by the doctor for a speedy recovery is necessary. However, one should always…
When should one opt for male enhancement surgery
In this day and age, many surgeons perform male enhancement surgeries for cosmetic purposes. But there is also a view that such surgeries must only be conducted to treat medical problems such as erectile dysfunction. The need for male enhancement…
5 ways to avoid getting infected with cold and flu germs
One of the best ways to prevent cold and flu is to get vaccinated each year so that you do not fall prey to the seasonal flu. However, maintaining healthy habits can also help you stay immune to cold and…
Five ways to prevent kidney infection
A kidney infection is caused when your kidney is infected by bacteria. A majority of the urinary tract and kidney infections are caused when bacteria enter the urinary tract through the urethra and travel to the kidneys. Kidney infections can…
A brief overview of the vaccine for children initiative
For those who can’t afford to pay for vaccines, the government provides the same at no cost. The Vaccine for Children (VFC) program is a federal initiative started in 1963. This initiative aims to immunize children who have no health…
Preventing kidney infections in kids
Pediatric kidney infection is a common condition in children, which is a type of urinary tract infection (UTI). When bacteria infect a part of the urinary system, you can suffer from a kidney infection. Initially, it affects your child’s lower…
Here’s how you can know the first signs of cold and flu
You might panic when you sneeze or get a dry throat that might make you want to throw up. But, how do you know what is responsible for the discomfort your body feels? Is it cold or flu? Here, we…
Four effective tips to choose the right bathroom vanities
Your dream house always looks great due to the interior and the furniture you choose. The choice of colors and materials that fill your living, dining, and kitchen marks a status and class in the society. When it comes to…
Treat your kidney infection with food
Pyelonephritis, commonly known as kidney infection is a urinary tract infection (UTI) that is caused by bacteria in the urinary tract. Since this infection is quite serious, the infected individual should visit a doctor immediately. A person diagnosed with the…
4 ways to protect your kids from cold and flu
Due to their relatively weaker immune systems, children are most susceptible to cold and flu. This is especially true when the season is a bit chilly, and there is a slight nip in the air. Here’s what you can do to ensure…
Kegel exercise benefits for men
Kegel exercises involve the pelvic muscles and can help with many medical problems. Kegel for men is not very commonly heard of unlike exercises for women. But Kegel exercises are also recommended for men to treat conditions related to bladder,…
What are the Different Types of Mobility Scooters?
A mobility scooter is a transport aid for people with disabilities or some health problems. It is ideal for those who can use the scooter without any help for getting on and off it or steer it. You need to…
What are Mobility Scooters?
Mobility scooters are transport aids for people with disabilities or mobility problems. These are battery-powered devices and consist of three or four wheels, a comfortable seat, a handlebar and foot plates. The batteries are charged using an electric power source.…
A brief overview of the catch-up immunization schedule for children
For all those who have missed out or delayed in vaccinating their children at the right time, the catch-up child vaccine schedule by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides the necessary details. This schedule is specifically meant to…
Single or double bathroom vanity: Which one should you choose?
Bathroom vanities are an essential piece of bathroom furnishing. With plenty of cabinets and drawers, they give you the storage space you need to keep your bathroom looking neat and tidy. The best thing about them is that they can…
What are the Different Types of Stair Lifts?
Stair lifts (also known as chair lifts) are mechanical chairs or devices that help people use the stairs. It helps people with mobility problems to use the stairs without any problem. The device consists of a seat, armrests and a…
What is a Stair Lift?
A stair lift (also chair lift) is a motorized device used to carry people up and down a staircase. It enables people with limited mobility to use the stairs with ease. The device consists of a chair, backrest, two armrests…
Lifestyle tips to prevent disability
Disabilities are not always by birth. A number of disabilities, which happen among the elderly, is because of unhealthy choices that are made in the youth. According to recent research, people who make unhealthy choices are twice at risk of…
Provisions for the specially-abled
Disability can be of any form: mental, emotional, or physical. Living with a disability can be tough, but with proper attention and support, it becomes a lot more manageable. The United States government has stated numerous facilities for people with…
A few common causes of cold and flu
Winter is the season of the two most common respiratory infection:, cold, and flu. Although many people think one can catch a cold or flu by not dressing warmly enough in the chilly weather, there’s more to it. In reality,…
Tips for traveling with a disability
It is a good idea to learn as much as you can about travel when you have a disability, have special needs or use an electric wheelchair. Being more informed can help lessen your anxiety about the same. The following…
Understanding different types of disabilities
Disability limits a person’s movements, some which are required to perform even the simplest of tasks. Some are born disabilities while others develop them as a result of some circumstances or with age. They include the following: Vision impairment: This…