Is Arthritis Hereditary?

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Nearly 59 million Americans suffer from arthritis. That’s one in every four people. It’s the most common chronic disorder in the United States. What really causes this painful condition? And is arthritis hereditary? It may help to learn a bit more about it.  There Are Many Types of Arthritis There are more than 100 different […]

How to Prevent Arthritis

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Arthritis affects nearly 59 million adult Americans. The disorder occurs when the cartilage that lines the joint is damaged or worn out. This leaves many people wondering how to prevent arthritis. Once joints are worn out, there is no protection for the bones, and they grind against each other every time a joint movement is […]

What are Superfoods?

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Recently, there has been a lot of talk about superfoods, and the internet is inundated with all types of information on them. First, it’s important to know that, to maintain a healthy lifestyle, what is most important is to eat a balanced nutritious diet. What are superfoods? Simply, foods that are packed with nutritional minerals […]

How To Talk About Anxiety And Depression

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Many people have depression and/or anxiety but often feel scared to visit a healthcare provider for a variety of reasons, including the stigmas that. While being eroded, are still attached to mental health. Among all medical disorders, people with depression and anxiety seek medical attention the least. Sometimes they are not aware that their symptoms […]

How To Change Negative Thinking

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For most who have realized that their thought patterns are working against them, learning how to change negative thinking can change your life. Life is not simple and, unfortunately, negative thoughts pop up and negative events happen. Negative thoughts may occur for a variety of reasons, including stress, depression, anxiety, etc. Some of these negative […]

10 Benefits of Meditation

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Meditation has been practiced for centuries by many different cultures, in a variety of forms. And even today, it is still hard to quantify the benefits of meditation that are sustained into old age. But talk to anyone who practices it, and they’ll tell you. So, in today’s article, we wanted to go through the […]

When to Worry About Varicose Veins

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Varicose veins are very common among the general population. These bluish, twisted, and enlarged veins are not only unsightly but can often cause a variety of symptoms. Knowing when to worry about varicose veins is important when it comes to managing stress. Varicose veins develop in the superficial veins that are closest to the skin […]

What Does Arthritis Feel Like?

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Most people will develop the occasional joint pain and aches sometime in life. Unfortunately, a significant number of these individuals will develop chronic joint pain and stiffness that signals the development of arthritis. At present, nearly 55 million American adults have some type of chronic joint and pain problems, and the numbers are rapidly increasing […]

How to Detect Alzheimer’s Early

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Despite extensive research, there is currently no laboratory or imaging test that can conclusively make an early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). It is only when the disease has progressed that healthcare workers are able to make a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. What makes the diagnosis difficult is that the symptoms are often non-specific and […]

Alzheimer’s Disease Early Diagnosis and Treatment

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Alzheimer’s disease early diagnosis and treatment are two concerns that doctors, scientists, and researchers are heavily focusing on to better help patients in the future.  Hope for future early Alzheimer’s treatment relies on new ways to diagnose the disease before mental decline has begun.  New strategies are being tested and they include: Biomarkers for earlier […]

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