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Over 23 million people in the United States have diabetes, which is also known as diabetes mellitus. This leaves many people seeking diabetes information to help them manage this disease. Many have been officially diagnosed, but many others live with diabetes and do not even know it. They may have many diabetes symptoms, but do not realize what is causing these symptoms. There are two types of diabetes- type 1 and type 2. Of the 23 million Americans that have diabetes, over 90% have...
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Allergies are caused by a hypersensitive immune system that flags an otherwise harmless substance in the environment as if it were a disease-causing organism. When your immune system overreacts in this way, it sets off a chain of events with a goal of saving your life from a harmful disease. But allergens—the perceived threats—are not diseases, and your body’s defensive response to fight against them can be harmful, if not fatal. An estimated 60 million Americans suffer from allergies, according to the American Academy...
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Night terrors, or sleep terrors, are a parasomnia, or undesired and abnormal behavior that occurs during sleep. Night terrors are distinctly different from nightmares, although they are such a rare issue that they aren’t well understood and are therefore often mistaken for bad dreams. Here’s a look at how night terrors happen and what some of the potential causes may be. Exactly what instigates sleep terrors is difficult to pinpoint. There does, however, seem to be a significant genetic link to night terrors —...
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Miscarriage occurs when a pregnancy is suddenly lost before the 20th week. Between 10% and 20% of confirmed pregnancies end in miscarriage, so it is important to be able to recognize the signs and symptoms if it happens to you. Warning Signs of Miscarriage If you start to experience any of the following symptoms, you should contact your doctor as soon as possible to see if you are having a miscarriage. Weight loss White-pink mucus Mild to severe back pain Cramping in the abdomen...
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Miscarriages are unfortunately a fairly common part of the pregnancy process. Since there are so many different types of miscarriages, as well as several varying factors that can increase your risk, the statistics surrounding miscarriages can be confusing to understand on an individual basis. Here are the most important statistics to know about miscarriages: Chemical pregnancies account for 50% to 75% of all miscarriages. This means that the pregnancy is lost shortly after implantation, usually resulting in bleeding around the time of your expected...
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Stress doesn’t only wear on your mind—it wears on your body as well. When you start getting stressed out, your brain switches into “fight or flight” mode, also referred to as acute stress response, releasing excessive amounts of hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline, and noradrenaline. This process can result in physical health problems in addition to the condition’s psychological effects. So what exactly does stress do to your body? Musculoskeletal Problems Muscle tension is probably one of the first physical signs of stress. When...
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Running when it’s warm and sunny out is an easy feat. It’s running during the colder months that is the true test of a runner. Instead of sticking to the treadmill for 6 months or giving up running all together, try my personally tested cold weather tips. Figure out your layers. Sounds obvious, right? Well, learning the proper way to layer takes a few uncomfortable runs in the chilly air to figure out. After several attempts at running in a sweatshirt, I’ve learned it’s...
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Overactive bladder affects millions of men and women. Symptoms include feeling an overwhelming, uncontrollable urge to urinate, increased frequency, urine leakage, and waking to urinate several times during the night. Overactive bladder is a frustrating condition for many people. It can also be embarrassing if symptoms such as leaking urine are difficult to control. Fortunately, there are natural treatments that are effective in reducing, preventing and treating overactive bladder. Exercise Most exercises are used to train the bladder and strengthen muscles that control urination....
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There’s nothing more wonderful that having a clear and glowing complexion, but that doesn’t come without some hard work and effort for the majority of us out there. Luckily, it’s not always necessary to go on harsh medications or special diets to make your skin positively radiate. In fact, there are some things you can start doing (and stop doing) on a daily basis that will give you that sought-after healthy glow. Check out these 10 tips on things you should be avoiding if...
Over 23 million people in the United States have diabetes, which is also known as diabetes mellitus. This leaves many people seeking diabetes information to help them manage this disease. Many have been officially diagnosed, but many others live with diabetes and do not even know it. They may have many diabetes symptoms, but do not realize what is causing these symptoms. There are two types of diabetes- type 1 and type 2. Of the 23 million Americans that have diabetes, over 90% have...
Allergies are caused by a hypersensitive immune system that flags an otherwise harmless substance in the environment as if it were a disease-causing organism. When your immune system overreacts in this way, it sets off a chain of events with a goal of saving your life from a harmful disease. But allergens—the perceived threats—are not diseases, and your body’s defensive response to fight against them can be harmful, if not fatal. An estimated 60 million Americans suffer from allergies, according to the American Academy...
Night terrors, or sleep terrors, are a parasomnia, or undesired and abnormal behavior that occurs during sleep. Night terrors are distinctly different from nightmares, although they are such a rare issue that they aren’t well understood and are therefore often mistaken for bad dreams. Here’s a look at how night terrors happen and what some of the potential causes may be. Exactly what instigates sleep terrors is difficult to pinpoint. There does, however, seem to be a significant genetic link to night terrors —...
Miscarriage occurs when a pregnancy is suddenly lost before the 20th week. Between 10% and 20% of confirmed pregnancies end in miscarriage, so it is important to be able to recognize the signs and symptoms if it happens to you. Warning Signs of Miscarriage If you start to experience any of the following symptoms, you should contact your doctor as soon as possible to see if you are having a miscarriage. Weight loss White-pink mucus Mild to severe back pain Cramping in the abdomen...
Miscarriages are unfortunately a fairly common part of the pregnancy process. Since there are so many different types of miscarriages, as well as several varying factors that can increase your risk, the statistics surrounding miscarriages can be confusing to understand on an individual basis. Here are the most important statistics to know about miscarriages: Chemical pregnancies account for 50% to 75% of all miscarriages. This means that the pregnancy is lost shortly after implantation, usually resulting in bleeding around the time of your expected...
Stress doesn’t only wear on your mind—it wears on your body as well. When you start getting stressed out, your brain switches into “fight or flight” mode, also referred to as acute stress response, releasing excessive amounts of hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline, and noradrenaline. This process can result in physical health problems in addition to the condition’s psychological effects. So what exactly does stress do to your body? Musculoskeletal Problems Muscle tension is probably one of the first physical signs of stress. When...
Running when it’s warm and sunny out is an easy feat. It’s running during the colder months that is the true test of a runner. Instead of sticking to the treadmill for 6 months or giving up running all together, try my personally tested cold weather tips. Figure out your layers. Sounds obvious, right? Well, learning the proper way to layer takes a few uncomfortable runs in the chilly air to figure out. After several attempts at running in a sweatshirt, I’ve learned it’s...
Overactive bladder affects millions of men and women. Symptoms include feeling an overwhelming, uncontrollable urge to urinate, increased frequency, urine leakage, and waking to urinate several times during the night. Overactive bladder is a frustrating condition for many people. It can also be embarrassing if symptoms such as leaking urine are difficult to control. Fortunately, there are natural treatments that are effective in reducing, preventing and treating overactive bladder. Exercise Most exercises are used to train the bladder and strengthen muscles that control urination....
There’s nothing more wonderful that having a clear and glowing complexion, but that doesn’t come without some hard work and effort for the majority of us out there. Luckily, it’s not always necessary to go on harsh medications or special diets to make your skin positively radiate. In fact, there are some things you can start doing (and stop doing) on a daily basis that will give you that sought-after healthy glow. Check out these 10 tips on things you should be avoiding if...