your health

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?

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.

There’s no denying that being diagnosed with ovarian cancer — or any form of cancer, for that matter — can be very scary. The good news is that there are a number of treatment options available to patients based on how early the cancer was detected.

Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and is typically caused by staphylococcus or streptococcus bacteria that enters through an open cut or wound. Fortunately, it is not contagious and can be treated with antibiotics. However, if left untreated it can spread rapidly to other parts of the body and quickly become life-threatening.

Gout is the result of an increase in uric acid in your system that can lead to crystal deposits in your joints, and because of this buildup, your likelihood of developing kidney stones can also increase. We look into the most common risk factors for this condition.

There are ways to reduce the risk of the developing type 2 diabetes and that is through a number of diet and lifestyle adjustments. Here’s a closer look at 7 of these lifestyle tips.