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As your body ages and you investigate various treatments, you may hear that hormone replacement therapy can combat the changes that dropping hormone levels instigate. But this kind of treatment, once routinely prescribed for menopausal women, has some serious downsides, as well. Only a licensed practitioner can tell you…
One of the most controversial topics in America — right up there with gun control and religion — is the legalization of marijuana. Perhaps what makes the debate so complicated is that there are medical uses for marijuana, so to ban it altogether seems problematic. This might be the…
Many countries and health organizations around the world recommend that people eat at least 500 mg of a type of fat called omega-3 fatty acid every day. This essential fat has a number of benefits for your brain and body: studies have linked omega 3 fatty acids to everything…
Updated 4/11/22 Smiles are a part of how we relate to each other, share happiness, and express ourselves. When you feel self-conscious about the way your teeth look, it can undermine your self-confidence and lead you to withdraw a little bit in social encounters. Cosmetic dentistry can give you…
It’s no secret that the United States is in the middle of a health crisis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a staggering 34.9% of Americans are obese, with many others falling into the overweight category. The growing obesity epidemic is extremely troubling for medical professionals…
You may have seen TV commercials or other ads for walk in baths, but still have questions about how these tubs actually work. If you’re considering a walk in bathtub, here are five questions you may be asking, along with their answers: What Are Walk In Bathtubs? Walk in…