Vision is an integral part of a child’s life. Even before they start school, children learn how to play and interact with the world based on what they can or can’t see. Once kids start school, vision problems in sighted children can seriously delay academic progress if not caught and addressed early. This is why… Continue Reading ›
Sunscreen comes in two main types: chemical and mineral. Both varieties are responsible for the ever-important task of protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays, but they go about it in different ways. Understanding the differences between the two can help you determine which kind will work better for your skin and which… Continue Reading ›
Smoking isn’t the only bad habit that can wreak havoc on your health. Small but important missteps – like not getting enough sleep, sitting for long periods of time for most of your life, and mindlessly cramming those mid-afternoon chips into your mouth – could have an even bigger impact over time, especially if you’re… Continue Reading ›
Breastfeeding your new baby can be both rewarding and nerve-wracking. While the physical and mental benefits of breastfeeding encourage many moms to shun the bottle for the boob, things don’t always go as planned. One of the major obstacles many new moms face is being unsure of whether they’re making enough milk. Unlike with formula… Continue Reading ›
Among Americans aged 65 and older, type 2 diabetes is an all too common condition. At least one-quarter of American seniors have diabetes – that’s one out of every four people. If you’re concerned about being diagnosed with this disease, it’s time to take steps toward prevention, especially if your genetic makeup is stacked against… Continue Reading ›
If you’re someone who struggles with anxiety or depression, you’ve probably had countless well-meaning people tell you that you’d feel better if you’d just improve your diet and get more exercise. While both healthy eating and fitness activities can improve mood, they’re not the only tools that you can use for addressing your mental health… Continue Reading ›
More than 700,000 Americans will suffer a heart attack this year. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the majority of heart attack sufferers will experience this situation for the first time while 210,000 of them will have already gone through a cardiovascular episode. All in all, heart disease claims the lives… Continue Reading ›
Heart attacks don’t always start with the sharp chest pain that you see on TV or in movies. Studies have shown up to a third of people who’ve had heart attacks had no chest pain at all. Knowing how to recognize the symptoms of a heart attack as they’re happening could save your life, but… Continue Reading ›
There are a lot of myths surrounding vaccines. You may have heard that vaccines aren’t necessary, that they’ll overwhelm a small child’s system, that they don’t keep illnesses away or even that they cause autism. You might even believe that vaccines aren’t safe or that they contain toxic chemicals that could harm your child. Let’s… Continue Reading ›
Social drinking is such a routine part of many people’s lives that they give it little thought, but that may be a mistake. Some of the latest research suggests risks vary depending on factors like age, health and other habits. A recent study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) says long-term drinking changes energy… Continue Reading ›