The High Cost of Sleep Deprivation

How bad is pulling all-nighters? Hanna is a freshman law student. For the first month of her schooling, she barely logged a full 6 hours of sleep at night. “There’s just so much to read. I was refilling my coffee mug every few hours to keep me awake. After two weeks, I wasn’t sure if […]

The Potential Health Risks Of Getting A Tattoo

There is no doubt that tattoos are very popular. They give people the opportunity to express themselves through art. Whether you’re a liberal or conservative, you’ll be able to utilize your skin art to tell others about your passion and your beliefs. Simultaneously, you can use tattoos to commemorate someone you’ve loved and lost. Just […]

Understanding Alcohol Abuse Disorders and Their Treatment

Drinking alcohol can be a pleasant way to have you relax and step back from the various stresses of life. However, for some people, beer has become an addiction resulting to alcohol abuse disorders. They drink alcohol excessively which puts them and others at risk. Recognizing Alcohol Use Disorders Doctors call it alcohol use disorder […]

4 Reasons to Take Better Care of Your Mental Health

Physical health is given a lot of importance because it is relatively clear how you can take care of it. Eat at regularly scheduled times, exercise when you need to, and go to the doctor for a physical exam at least once per year. However, most people truly don’t know when they can benefit from […]

Looking for a Natural Way to Ease Anxiety and Stress? Try These Techniques!

Anxiety and stress are two things that most people deal with at least at some point in their lives. Unfortunately for some people, anxiety and stress can happen on a fairly regular basis and start to affect them physically and emotionally. If you are finding that it’s been a bit much as of late and […]

Using Botox To End Depression

Botox is a drug made from a bacteria that produces a toxin affecting the nervous system. In small doses, it works by blocking the neurotransmitters that make muscles contract. Botox has become widely known for smoothing out lines and wrinkles and is used in a variety of other medical treatments. But new studies suggest that […]

Optimal Testosterone Levels Are Essential For These 8 Reasons

Testosterone, also known as “T”, is a hormone produced in the body that stimulates strength, size and masculinity. The hormone, found mainly in the testes for men and the ovaries for women, typically decreases by one percent or more a year after the age of 30. Testosterone is infamous because of the many physical and […]

Get Rid of Cockroaches Using These Natural Recipes

They don’t bite but cockroaches can be a menace in your home. They prefer hiding in warm places and roam freely at night.  These bugs like living in dirty corners, dumpsters, drains, and nasty places. Sadly, they can help in transmitting illnesses. There are many products in the market that can help in their removal. […]

Treating Digestive Disorders: The Rising Role of Medical Marijuana

Whether cannabis is welcomed, viewed with suspicion or banned outright depending on the jurisdiction that you live in, the body has a mechanism in place to produce its own natural cannabinoid chemicals. The endocannabinoid system, as it is termed, is responsible for various emotion-related responses, as well as functions related to stress response, memory and […]

The Benefits of Herbs for 5 Common Health Problems

It seems like everywhere you turn, there is something else out there claiming to be the next best thing for your health. While some of these items are legit, there are plenty that aren’t. This is why it’s a good idea for you to stick to the tried and true. For years, professionals and experts […]

What Are Different Types of Celiac Disease?

Generally, there are three types of celiac disease which are based on the symptoms a patient experience. In reference to the World Gastroenterology Organization, classic, atypical (non-classic), and asymptomatic (silent) are the most common types of celiac disease. Classic Celiac Disease While classic celiac disease usually starts in early childhood, adults can suffer from the […]

Common Signs and Symptoms of Biotin Deficiency

Biotin (vitamin B7) is a water-soluble micronutrient which helps in energy production. Also known as Vitamin H or coenzyme R, biotin cannot be synthesized in the body and thus must be obtained from food. It plays a major role in remediating neurological disorders, hair loss and certain skin problems such as eczema and acne. Roles […]

10 Herbs for Boosting Female Sex Drive

In general, herbs are the best solutions for many health problems. The reason to this is that no or very little side effects occur after use. Female libido tends to get low due to several reasons, such as stress/depression, age, hormones, and methods of family planning among many others. Most people may think that there […]

4 Psychiatric Conditions That Can Contribute to Substance Abuse

Substance abuse in America is costly in many ways. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, over $400 billion was lost to missed work, crime, and healthcare costs related to the abuse of drugs and alcohol. However, many of those who fall prey to substance abuse may have underlying psychiatric issues that make them […]

If You Suffer from Headaches and Migraines You Have 40% Higher Risk of THIS Health Issue

[nextpage title=”…”] A new study published in Headache: The Journal of Head and Face Pain has discovered that people who suffer from headaches, including migraines and cluster headaches, are more at risk for hypothyroidism, a disorder where the thyroid gland doesn’t make as much thyroid hormone as it should. The thyroid is a gland that […]

Weird Early Signs of a Migraine Attack

[nextpage title=”…”] People who already suffer from migraines know that the pain of a headache can be presaged by some truly weird phenomena. It is a good idea for people who’ve never experienced a migraine or people who have a loved one who has to recognize at least six of the weirder signs of a  […]

Early Warning Signs Your Body Has Too Much Estrogen

There is a hidden enemy lurking in our environment and our bodies, and most of us don’t even know it’s there. Worse, most doctors don’t properly test the levels of this substance. What is this hidden enemy? Excess estrogen. Estrogen is necessary for the healthy function of both males and females, but too much of […]

Drink This Mix Before Bed to Soothe an Upset Stomach

It is common to feel a little ill before bedtime. Maybe you had too much dinner or ate too quickly. An upset stomach is never pleasant, but especially when you are trying to relax. Poor digestion may result in acid reflux, heartburn, or interrupted sleep. However, there are some natural remedies for issue. A mixture […]