Having chronic sinus infections is often labeled as sinusitis, and this condition forms when your nasal cavities are not empty like they should be. This is something many people struggle with, and it can be caused by a number of different things. While there are medications you can use to treat this condition, using something natural might also help. One option is to try using eucalyptus oil or peppermint oil to reduce the symptoms you experience from chronic sinus infections.
21 December 2015
When you have an elderly member of your family who lives independently but is beginning to show signs of poor health, it's often conventional to explore local retirement or nursing homes. Many people, however, prefer to stay in their own homes as they age, which can put family members in a challenging position -- after all, you might not have enough time in your daily schedule to care for the person.
4 December 2015
Back pain is one of the most common ailments in America today. Whether it's due to heavy lifting, excess weight, or a lack of exercise, back pain can be debilitating and interfere with your everyday routine in a big way. Back pain can be a very difficult condition to treat, but fortunately, there are steps you can take to help get rid of your back pain before it becomes severe. If you're one of the millions of Americans affected by back pain, consider implementing these 3 tips to help you feel better than ever.
19 November 2015
Living with eczema can be embarrassing and uncomfortable, but there is no cure for it. There are treatment options though, and you can choose from natural ones or those that doctors issue to people with this common skin condition. If you prefer using natural treatments for this, you might want to try coconut oil. Coconut oil can not only soothe the effects of eczema, but it can also reduce the redness, swelling, and itching it causes.
3 November 2015
Traditional diet standards have long taught people that low fat diets will help you lose weight. While this seems to be common a sense way of thinking about losing weight, there are also those who follow a completely different weight loss regimen. The ketogenic diet focuses on eating foods containing high amounts of good fats, which can help speed up weight loss. Combine this with less carbohydrates and higher protein, and some say it can help turn the body into a fat burning machine.
20 October 2015
Disasters can strike at any time and it is important to be prepared. However, it can be challenging to store anything extra when you live in a small space. Here are some of the things you must have and how you can store them. 1. Water. Store as much as you can in old soda bottles or milk jugs, at least 72 hours worth per person. You can put them in closets or under your bed.
9 October 2015
One of the reasons that you may need to visit an oral surgeon is to have your wisdom teeth removed. This process should be completed at an early age, so you will be able to heal easily. Most people don't look forward to this procedure, but knowing some details of what is involved may help ease your anxiety about this process. The costs The cost of having your wisdom teeth removed will vary per your individual situation and if the tooth has fully erupted from the gum.
24 September 2015
Taking painkillers isn't the only way to deal with chronic joint pain; physiotherapy can also help. You will appreciate the significance of physiotherapy in managing chronic pain once you understand what it does to your body. Here are four ways in which physical therapy helps to alleviate pain: It Improves Breathing Slowing down your rate of breathing may reduce your level of joint pain. A physiotherapist can work with you to control your breathing to achieve this effect.
23 September 2015
Haglund's deformity, also called the Mulhulland deformity, is a painful deformity of the foot. People with this condition have a bony lump at the back of their heel. Here are three things you need to know about this condition. What are the signs of Haglund's deformity? If you have Haglund's deformity, you'll notice a prominent bump on the back of your heel. This bump may hurt and make it hard for you to find comfortable shoes.
2 September 2015
If you have torn the anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, in your knee and have had surgery, you might think that all you need to do is to relax and allow your leg to heal. However, if you do the wrong things after your surgery, you might prolong your recovery. Even worse, you might affect the mobility of your leg for some time. Here are some mistakes to avoid after you've had ACL surgery.
17 August 2015
