Coping with constipation? Help is here!
Constipation. It’s uncomfortable and inconvenient, and it can get in the way of everyday life. It’s also quite common. About a third of adults over age…
Healthy Living
5 surprising health benefits of folic acid
Folic acid is well-known for its role in preventing certain birth defects. But is that all it can do? Not by a long shot: This vitamin plays a signific…
The two-second health check you can do every day
We know how easy it is to just flush and go. But taking just 2 seconds to examine your urine can give you instant insight into how your body is doing, …
Is my blurry vision caused by a migraine attack?
Is my blurry vision caused by a migraine attack? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 15.3% of American adults have expe…
Are saturated fats good? Pros and cons
Are Saturated Fats Good for You? While there are “good fats” that promote good health, there are also 2 types of fat that are potentially harmful: tra…
Saving lives with organ donation
Why organ donation? Today in the United States, over 108,000 people wait on the transplant waiting list for an organ donation. Sadly, 17 people die ev…
The benefits of donating blood
Overview There’s no end to the benefits of donating blood for those who need it. According to the American Red Cross, one donation can save as many as…
Getting sunlight in winter
How to get vitamin D in winter from sunshine and why it matters Winter often means shorter days, cold winds, and more time spent indoors. And with CO…
Drugs not covered by Medicare insurance
Drugs not covered by Medicare insurance Sometimes, people enrolled in Medicare may find that their insurance doesn’t pay for a drug that their doctor …
7 Healthy medication habits for 2021
New Year's resolution: 7 healthy medication habits for 2021 Every year, health goals top the list of New Year’s resolutions, a fact demonstrated by th…