It’s believed that most American adults will be forced to deal with hemorrhoids at some point in their lives. Often, hemorrhoids are just a nuisance, but in some cases they can form a painful clot that may require minor surgery. So, what causes this problem, which can result in pain, itching, bleeding and general discomfort around our most sensitive area?
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Americans consume an average of 350-calories per day in sugars, and that eating high levels of refined sugar can negatively impact your health (and lead to diabetes). You can still enjoy a sweet treat that contains natural sugars – and here are six “good” sugar sources to turn to the next time you have a craving.
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Whether your goal is to gain muscle, lose weight or to get fit in order to prevent any serious conditions or life threatening diseases, staying focused throughout your journey may present itself with an abundance of mental and physical obstacles. If you use these 7 helpful tips to help you stay focused you’ll be sure to reach your goals!
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It’s happened to pretty much everyone at some point – you’re speaking to someone or performing an activity, and an eerie feeling comes over you that the exact same scenario took place before, although you can’t place when. It’s the feeling that you’ve rewound the tape and you’re replaying a scene from your life that […]
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Do you often wake up during the night drenched in sweat, while your partner next to you seems to be dozing away without a bead of sweat on their brow? This could be the difference between being a hot and cold sleeper. While the term “hot sleeper” might be difficult to find in a medical […]
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Pneumonia is a very serious health condition that should be treated by a doctor, as it can be fatal or land you in hospital for extended periods of time. The lung infection primarily affects the tiny air sacs of the lung (called alveoli), combining for a number of symptoms that mimic a bad cough, flu […]
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