MONDAY, Dec. 24, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Husband or wife, mom or dad, the demands on your time can be overwhelming. But even if there’s no end to your to-do list, securing some time for yourself is a must. While scheduling a mani-pedi or catching a ball game with friendsContinue Reading
MONDAY, Dec. 24, 2018 (HealthDay News) — The joy of giving really does last longer than the joy of receiving, researchers report. Experiments with hundreds of participants found their happiness did not decrease, or decreased much slower, if they repeatedly gave small amounts of money to others instead of repeatedlyContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Pelvic floor muscle exercises, also called Kegel exercises, are a great way to improve and maintain bladder control, the National Association for Continence says. The exercises help strengthen the pelvic floor and may improve bladder leakage. The association offers these Kegel suggestions: Identify the muscles by tryingContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Proper oral hygiene allows people to enjoy food and prevent tooth loss and decay. It’s no less important if you’re caring for someone else. You may even be required to brush the teeth for that person. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research suggests these stepsContinue Reading
SUNDAY, Dec. 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Dry, itchy eyes are a common problem in the winter and low humidity is a major reason, one ophthalmologist says. “On average, the humidity drops in the winter with the colder weather,” said Marissa Locy, an instructor in the department of ophthalmology atContinue Reading
SATURDAY, Dec. 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Taking care of your health is one of the best gifts you can give yourself this holiday season, a medical expert suggests. “This festive time of year can be a lot of fun, but may also hurt our mental and physical health,” saidContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Dec. 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) — If you’re not yet familiar with the fitness approach called cross-training, it might sound like hard work. But it’s really just a way to add variety to your exercise routine by alternating activities. You’ll avoid boredom and boost your fitness level as wellContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Dec. 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Who doesn’t crave a big bowl of spaghetti every now and then? But then comes the question of how to fit it into a smart diet plan. The answer is portion control. On average, one cup of cooked pasta has between 180 andContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Dec. 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) — After infections tied to unapproved stem cell treatments sent 12 people to hospital this past year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued a stern warning about the products. “The letters we’re issuing today to manufacturers, health care providers and clinicsContinue Reading
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