Bloating, gas, cramps, and other bowel problems are the most distressing effects if you are living with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). The goal is not to allow these symptoms to have a major impact on your quality of life. If you have avoided socializing with friends and family when food is involved because you are worried about your IBS, it’s time to take charge over the condition so you can enjoy time with those you care about. Read More»
You made it through a drug rehab program for prescription pain killers, but now you have a major injury or you have had surgery and need pain relief. What do you do? Obviously you do not want to go back to the pills that you were addicted to, but what are your other options for managing pain? To help you through this difficult time, you should know about alternatives to prescription pain killers that can help. Read More»
The health of your hearing (just like any other sense) is very important. You should make sure you visit your hearing specialist, but that is not the only thing that you can do. The following guide will show you a few simple exercises that might help keep your hearing healthy. Why Does Exercise Help? Recent studies show that the health of your hearing is connected to good blood circulation. The researchers discovered that people in their 50’s could hear as good as people in their 30s, as long as they were in good shape. Read More»
Do you suddenly have a bump along the edge of your eyelid? Tender, red bumps on the eyelids are usually either styes or chalazia. Neither is particularly harmful, but as they can be uncomfortable, it is important to know a bit about what causes them and how to deal with them. What is the difference between a stye and a chalazion? Styes and chalazia are very similar, and it is often hard to tell which one you have. Read More»
If you have asthma and want to avoid having too many asthma attacks, then you will need to be proactive. Take a few moments to review the following three tips that can help you keep your asthma under control as much as possible when you are at home. Keep Your Medications Nearby Do not make the mistake of putting your asthma medication, such as your inhaler, away just because you do not need it all of the time. Read More»