Your teeth do not just help you speak clearly and chew hard foods; they also say a lot about your appearance. If your teeth have a lot of stains on them, you may feel too embarrassed to smile in public. Making several changes can help you achieve the bright smile you want. Here are five tips for keeping your smile white.
Eat Crunchy Foods
You have probably heard that an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Read More»
Hormone-based birth control methods can radically interfere with your menstrual cycle. One commonly reported side effect is a complete lack of a monthly period. For some women, this is a dream come true; for other women, the lack of predictability and monthly confirmation of no pregnancy is distressing.
Birth control is often the cause of missed periods, but not always. Before you give up on your birth control method, take a look at your lifestyle and talk to your gynecologist. Read More»
Did you know that up to 53% of people who have substance abuse problems also have a mental condition, and are self-medicating with drugs and alcohol? If you are coping with drug or alcohol addiction, you may not even be aware that this could be driving your addictive behaviors. Three main categories of mental disorders exist that can predispose one to substance abuse, and will be discussed in this article.
Mood Disorders
Mood disorders include depression, bipolar disorders I and II, and their milder forms: dysmythia, and cyclomythia. Read More»
If you have had any recent heath issues due to cardiovascular disease, you may be a good candidate for a cardiac rehabilitation program. These programs are focused on helping those with heart disease improve their cardiovascular health. They typically take place in a hospital or community center under the guidance of trained health care professionals. This article looks at some of the most important aspects of cardiac rehab courses.
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Keeping up with the latest fashions can sometimes be more damaging to your physical health than your pocketbook. As more women wear high heels, more are noticing foot problems. One of the most common conditions that result from wearing high heels is hammertoe.
What Is Hammertoe?
Hammertoe is a foot condition that results from your toes being forced to the front of your shoes. This results in the foot bending unnaturally. Read More»