The term organic refers to the way of processing and growing agricultural products. In the United States, it is stated that organic crops must be grown without using synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, or bioengineered genes (GMOs). Organic living is a way of life that is dedicated to making more informed decisions when … Read more
Dressing up for a particular event can be stressful, especially for the ladies. And this can be even more challenging if dress codes are required. Upon knowing that you’ll need to wear a cocktail attire from an invitation you received, this usually starts to stimulate your brain of what kind of cocktail … Read more
People, usually women, put a lot of effort into making their hair look good. They visit salons to get stylish haircuts and hair colors. However, there are times when issues on our hair arise, and they are quite disturbing. One of those is losing hair. When it happens, no matter what your … Read more
Diabetes is one of the chronic health conditions that are long-lasting and affects how the body turns food into energy. When a person has diabetes, his or her body does not make enough insulin, or it does not use the insulin it makes as well as it needs to. With this, too … Read more
Signs and symptoms are your body’s way of telling you that something may not be functioning correctly. When it comes to cancer, recognising the common warning signs can help you catch the disease early on and seek treatment. The earlier cancer is detected, the higher chance there is of defeating the disease. … Read more
You might hear collagen being mentioned a lot when it comes to skin perseverance. That’s because as we age, collagen production decreases, which eventually slows down our skin’s ability to stay plump and radiant. This might explain why the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines is a part of the aging process. … Read more
There is no doubt that antibiotics prescribed by doctors, such as penicillin, have profoundly impacted the treatment of otherwise fatal diseases and conditions since the 1940s. Antibiotics are designed to kill bacteria or inhibit bacterial growth. Antibiotics can be pricey, so it helps a lot if you have medical insurance so you … Read more
Amidst the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, it can be quite challenging for us to take good care of our health. We’ve all been there before, researching diets and healthy food choices, only to find it extremely difficult to commit to that resolve. So what can you do? Does that … Read more
Part of the fun of getting ready for your baby’s arrival is shopping for the little things they will need. Besides the clothes, burping cloths, diapers, and bottles – being prepared for the baby means stocking up on baby care products as well. You can’t share your hygiene and personal care products … Read more
WHAT IS HEROIN? Heroin is an opioid drug made from morphine, a natural substance taken from the seed pod of the various opium poppy plants grown in Southeast and Southwest Asia, Mexico, and Colombia. Heroin may come in many forms such as a white or brown powder, or a black sticky substance … Read more
Out of all the 300 unique mental illnesses identifiable in the Fifth Edition, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), there is a small subset of serious mental illnesses (SMIs). Although the border between what is considered a serious mental illness and what is not is still hazy, extreme cases can … Read more
Oxygen concentrators are medical devices that can aid people who have low levels of oxygen in their blood. Before, oxygen concentrators are heavy and bulky, making it difficult for patients who require them to travel or use them outside of their homes. Due to the great advancements in the field of … Read more
Being a very busy mom is hard work, and you wouldn’t often forget about taking care of yourself since you would rather focus your attention on your children or your family. However, being a mom doesn’t mean that you should neglect your health, as being healthy will allow you to take care … Read more
Weighted blankets are uncommon blankets that are prepared out of soft cotton with a mixture of layers of fabric, beads and pellets to make it feel heavily weighted with contributes significantly in reducing your anxiety and sleeping disorder. Researchers believe that weighted blanket is considered as good and effective especially for pregnant … Read more
Dandelions or scientifically known as Taraxacum is a large genus of flowering plants that belongs to the Asteraceae family. Dandelions are native to North America and Eurasia. Dandelions are perennial herbs that have been used for centuries because it is believed that they help promote good health and weight management. Research shows … Read more
Milk Thistle or also known as Saint Mary’s thistle, blessed milk thistle, Mediterranean milk thistle, and Scotch thistle, belongs to the annual plant family of Asteraceae. The milk thistle plant often has red or purple flowers along with shiny but pale green leaves that have white veins. Experts believe that the milk … Read more
Guide to Herb Ginger Ginger is a flowering plant whose root or rhizome is widely used as folk medicine and spice. Ginger is a herbaceous perennial plant that stands about one meter tall and has narrow leaf blades. Even during ancient times in China, Greece, Rome, and Arab countries, ginger has been … Read more
The use of weighted blankets has become popular in the past years. It’s because these blankets can provide lots of benefits, such as improving the quality of sleep, stabilizing blood pressure, and increasing circulation. Aside from that, weighted blankets also have claimed that they can help with different neurological and brain-based disorders, … Read more
Herb clover or also known as red clover, is a widespread weed that commonly grows in roadsides, fields, and yards from May until September. Herb clover is a perennial herbal plant that belongs to the pea family. It has a sweet flowering head that can be used for both culinary and healthy … Read more
The nettle, or also known as the stinging nettle, nettle leaf, or just merely stinger, is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant that was first cultivated in Europe, western North Africa, and temperate Asia. Today, you can find nettles all over the world, such as in North America and New Zealand. Nettles has … Read more
Hair loss can affect anyone, and it’s a problem for both men and women. It can be a problematic issue that can affect self-confidence. For men, the more common hair loss condition is male pattern baldness, where the stem cells in the scalp lose the potential to create hair follicles. For women, … Read more
Eating together with the family is the most important thing to do at home to form a bond. The bonding would be more beneficial if you can serve or cook meals that are rich in nutrients, which will surely provide your family with a healthy diet. While most of us buy foods … Read more
The cold season is almost here and if the crazy weather patterns keep trending the way they have in recent years, you can expect it to be brutally freezing as usual. Jersey City residents will find their way to Riverside Medical Group to get flu shots and so should you. You can … Read more
Pregnancy is a beautiful thing and yet scary at the same time. A pregnant woman is blessed, but can sometimes get stressed, too with all the things happening within her body. Pregnancy is a phase in a woman’s life wherein a miracle is growing inside of you, and you should have the … Read more
Essential oils have physical and psychological benefits for the body. Nowadays, people use these oils widely in aromatherapy. Unlike antibiotics, essential oils will not have any adverse effects on your family. Here are some of the benefits of using essential oils: Relieve Headaches Headaches, which tend to come out of nowhere, can … Read more
Attending rehab is a good decision to make, and is a step further in ensuring your recovery from the abuse of drugs and alcohol. When you are embarking on attending an inpatient treatment facility to recover from drug abuse, it is normal to wonder about what you should bring and what to … Read more
If you are a parent of a child diagnosed with ADD or ADHD, you may have previously believed that the terms were interchangeable. While both disorders are related and a form of attention deficit disorder, ADD is more often associated with symptoms of distractibility, poor working memory and inattention. ADHD, on the … Read more
When it comes to shampoos, you can find different kinds on the market and all of them offers similar benefits such as a shinier, softer, and more beautiful hair than the rest. However, in reality, these commercial shampoos rarely live up to their promises. This is the reason why many people today … Read more
Deodorant is an essential product for most people use daily and is especially important for those who have an active lifestyle like athletes, construction workers, and those who spend a lot of time in the sun. There are many kinds of deodorants you can find in stores like normal deodorants, antiperspirant deodorants, … Read more
Here are some nutritional needs they require for their growth spurts. Anyone who has a teenage child knows the legendary appetite that comes with growth spurts. Even if your child was a poor feeder in their early years, their love for food suddenly begins to increase, and as a parent, you may … Read more