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  • Three Common Conditions That Acupuncture Can Help Alleviate

    Acupuncture has been around for so long because millions of people have sworn by its effectiveness. Often acupuncture is used to treat conditions that are caused by other medical treatments, such as the side effects caused by chemotherapy. However, that is not all it is used for, and acupuncture can help a lot of common ailments and conditions that people suffer through in their day-to-day lives. Here are three common problems that acupuncture may give you some relief from if you follow the recommended schedule. [Read More]

  • Why COVID-19 Testing Is Still So Vital

    Even as the multiple different vaccines seem to be rolling out all over America, COVID-19 still remains a huge issue that affects millions of people every day. In fact, with news emerging of different mutations of COVID-19 emerging overseas in countries like the UK and Brazil, it is now more important than ever to be vigilant, especially if you are in a job that requires you to leave your home or if you live with family. [Read More]

  • Back Constantly Hurts? 2 Tips To Ease Your Pain

    If your back hurts constantly this can make it hard for you to do many things. Fortunately, there are ways you can ease the pain. You should first see your doctor to make sure your back pain is not caused by an underlying condition, such as a herniated disc or a compression fracture. If the doctor does not find anything then keep reading for two tips to help your pain go away. [Read More]

  • How The Eat Anything Diet Helps Those Who Struggle To Lose Weight

    Losing weight is a major challenge that often requires a lot of careful dedication that may be hard for some people to handle. For example, it may be hard to handle the unique dietary restrictions that many weight loss plans require, placing a person trying to lose weight in a very difficult scenario. Thankfully, a growing number of people are trying concepts like an eat anything diet. Dieting Can Be a Challenge for Many [Read More]

  • Why Losing Weight Slowly Is So Important — And It's Not What You Think

    Anyone who's attempted to lose weight knows that the general advice is to lose weight slowly, restricting loss to less than 2 pounds per week — and hopefully even less than that. But a bunch of popular diets tout faster weight loss, at least in the first few weeks, and many people try them and seem to have great success. That might make you wonder if you can do what they did. [Read More]

  • Using Acupuncture to Manage Chronic Nerve Pain

    Whether due to HIV, a herniated disc, fibromyalgia, or some other health condition, chronic nerve pain can be incredibly debilitating. And while you can take pain relievers and some herbal remedies to help keep the pain at bay, sometimes these medications have side effects or still leave you dealing with some lingering degree of pain. That's where acupuncture can come in handy. It's an excellent treatment for chronic nerve pain. Here are some guidelines to help you use acupuncture to treat chronic nerve pain. [Read More]

  • Why Does the Senior in Your Life Need Home Care Services? 4 Signs to Watch For

    Does your aging parent or family member need home care services? Take a look at the top signs that signal your loved one needs help to age in place. 1. Dirty Dishes and Other At-Home Messes Your parent's pristine home is suddenly filled with trash and clutter. The dishes are in the sink, no one has swept for weeks, and the dust balls are more like bears than bunnies. A decline in your loved one's ability to care for their home could come from a declined mobility, an illness/medical condition, or undiagnosed memory/cognitive impairment. [Read More]

  • 5 Foot Care Tips for Diabetics

    When you're a diabetic, you have to take extra good care of your feet. Both types of diabetes can put you at a higher risk of bunions, corns, blisters, and ulcers. Here are a few ways to keep your feet in excellent shape. Inspect Your Feet Daily If you have diabetes, then you may have nerve damage, which can make it difficult to feel cuts, sores, and other foot problems. That's why it is crucial to inspect your feet on a daily basis and report any changes to your doctor immediately. [Read More]

  • Ongoing Lower Back Pain? You May Want To Try Botox

    Have you tried all of the classic treatments for lower back pain, but to no avail? You're not alone. While options like chiropractic care, massage, and over-the-counter pain relievers work wonders for some, they do not work for everyone. If you're still hurting, then you may want to look into another alternative: Botox. Yes, these injections, which were originally intended to fill wrinkles and correct sagging skin, are showing promise as a remedy for lower back pain. [Read More]

  • A Few Aesthetic Facial Fillers to Choose From

    If you want a younger-looking face that's more full and plump, then you can have fillers inserted into your lips, cheeks, and forehead. An aesthetic services professional can help with this. And, you will have a few different options when it comes to the fillers. Find out more about a few of them so you can ask your aesthetics professional about them. Hyaluronic Acid Filler One of the more common types of facial fillers is made from a compound containing hyaluronic acid. [Read More]