February 13, 2019 Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that’s characterized by excessive shifts in mood. If you think that your mood swings may be a result of bipolar disorder, it’s important to seek help right away. Mood swings, as well as the symptoms below, may be an indicator of bipolar disorder.
February 13, 2019 In January and February, it can be hard to summon a positive attitude about winter. The holidays are over, but the days are still extremely short. The weather is frigid in most parts of the United States, and there’s isn’t another fun holiday until Valentine’s Day, which most people are conflicted about anyway. If you’re just feeling down because of the crummy weather, here are some little tips that will help boost your mood this winter.
February 7, 2019 Back pain is a scourge of modern society. In fact, approximately 80 percent of people will experience it sooner or later. Sometimes, a disorder like sciatica or arthritis causes it. Other times, lifestyle issues such as smoking, a lack of exercise, or excessive slouching can be contributing factors. Either way, if you suffer from back pain — which is often debilitating — you should know that effective remedies and treatments are readily available.
February 6, 2019 Being a caregiver for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s disease poses many challenges, but it can also be very rewarding to know you’re being helpful and offering comfort. How you handle your role in providing care and support is an important part of making the journey through Alzheimer’s as easy as possible for you and your loved one. Start with the basics of relationship, pain management, and self-care to lay the foundation for a positive experience.
February 4, 2019 Between the sun, pollution, chemicals, and free radicals, our skin gets exposed to a lot over the years, and as we age it can start to show signs of wear. A good skincare routine can help combat this, particularly one that involves the use of retinoids.
January 28, 2019 Every January, millions of people around the world resolve to eat healthier. They set lofty goals for themselves, but often fail because they don’t make a solid plan of what they’re going to eat. It’s not enough to write down vague resolutions — set yourself up for success this January by creating healthy meal plans using these tried-and-true recipes.
January 23, 2019 From the thickness of your hair to your morning mood, your hormones have a huge impact on your daily life. If you’ve been feeling moody, ill, or just generally “off,” your hormones could be the culprit. Hormones are produced by several glands within our endocrine system, like the hypothalamus, pancreas, and pituitary. Each gland, which can be found throughout your body, produces a unique hormone which regulates a different aspect of our bodily functions.
