The likelihood of developing diabetic retinopathy increases the longer a person has diabetes, especially if their blood sugar is chronically high. And while symptoms of this eye complication may be slow to develop, it is possible for it to eventually cause blindness. Read on to learn more about the signs, causes and risk factors of diabetic retinopathy, as well as what can be done to prevent it from occurring altogether.
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Food is something to be celebrated and enjoyed, just like family. Instead of opting for those quick and easy processed meals, try making a healthy difference in meal time as a family. Here are six tips on how to get started!
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Some people however choose to spend the extra money on organic foods to ensure they ingest fewer chemicals and pesticides, but is it always worth the extra money you spend? We lay out the 10 places where buying organic is actually worth spending those extra dollars.
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I hear you; it’s super convenient to slide through the nearest fast food drive-thru to grab a burger when you’re in a rush. In moderation, consuming a greasy meal is totally alright. However, you already know that making this a regular habit is not the healthiest of choices. Consider this handy infographic, which breaks down the fat, […]
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The good news is health and wellness doesn’t discriminate and is available for all levels of income. The following suggestions are for anyone interested in strengthening one’s wellbeing—without weakening the wallet.
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A healthy diet can keep one looking younger by preventing oxidative damage and reducing inflammation. But which foods do this best?
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