How to treat your children's aches, pains and fever
When your child gets sick, you want to do everything you can to make them feel better. Sometimes it's difficult to know exactly what you should do, especially now that some over-the-counter children's analgesic products aren't available.
Always tired? 5 tips for increasing your daily energy levels
It's 2 p.m. and the afternoon slump hits. Whether you're at work, in class or in the student pick-up line, fatigue can hinder your daily functions. The good news is, decreasing the likelihood of tiredness is as simple as incorporating a few easy habits into your everyday schedule.
Think you might be gluten intolerant? How to know and what to do about it
Does the thought of a big bowl of pasta fill you with dread? Not because of the calories, but because of the digestive discomfort you might experience after eating it? If so, you may be one of the millions of Americans who unknowingly live with gluten intolerance. Following a gluten-free diet may stop the symptoms and promote healing.
Your fridge can help you stay on track with healthy eating this summer
Summer is here, and the key to making the most of the season is to ensure you feel your best. Although there are many tempting, calorie-laden foods at your disposal during the season, it can be easy to fill your diet with foods that are tasty and healthy. A good place to start is in your refrigerator. The contents of your fridge can either sandbag or support your healthy eating habits.
Choosing summer footwear that looks and feels great
While you're skipping through summer in your saucy sandals or padding through the sand in your favorite flip-flops, what toll will your seasonal footwear take on your hardworking feet? The foot health experts at the American Podiatric Medical Association offer some advice for taking care of your feet this summer.
You've heard for years that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Although eating in the morning is a step in the right direction, what people eat appears to be just as important as simply eating.
Use your head to protect it - Why you should never ride a motorcycle without a helmet
The last time you hopped on a motorcycle, did you put your helmet on? Hopefully the answer is yes. A 2007 National Highway Transportation Safety Administration report on motorcycle fatalities indicated there was a direct correlation between head injuries and helmet use. Around 51 percent of motorcyclists not wearing a helmet suffered a head injury, compared to just 35 percent of helmeted motorcyclists.
Spring and summer family gatherings such as holidays and family vacations are often the first opportunities that families get to spend time together. As a family, you have the opportunity to catch up with older loved ones and to notice possible changes in their physical or mental health that may stand out after not seeing them for a while. This is especially important if they are more than 65 years old or were previously diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease (AD).
Debunk myths before starting a weight loss program
It's one of the seasons of the year when people are thinking of losing weight. Whether it's for a family or class reunion or trips to the beach, finding your own motivation for losing weight is critical. It's also important not to jeopardize your success by believing the myths and misconceptions about weight loss.
The flu season is here and many consumers have questions about who should be vaccinated and when, especially given the H1N1 flu outbreak last year.
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