Many Americans Miss the Mark on Eye Diseases and Conditions. A recent survey of 1,000 adults shows that nearly half — 47% — worry more about losing their sight than about losing their memory and their ability to walk or hear. But almost 30% indicated that they don’t get their eyes checked. Many Americans are… Continue reading
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How to help to your child
Know about 4 diseases that could affect your son or daughter. Then learn how to help protect against them. It’s that time of year again. And since it’s likely that your child will be visiting his or her doctor before school starts, now’s the time to ask about how to help prevent diseases that could… Continue reading
Outcomes with children in mental health
Incorporating mentoring and group skill-building intervention programs for children in foster care may help improve mental health outcomes in this population, according to a report by two University of Colorado School of Medicine researchers published in the August issue of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. Children who have been… Continue reading
Some exotic recipes
Frittata This is a quick dish you can make for breakfast, brunch, or even a weeknight dinner. You may already have all the ingredients in your refrigerator! Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper 2 teaspoons olive oil or canola oil Salt and pepper to taste 2 large eggs… Continue reading
What is tea tree oil
Lately, I’ve wondered more than once about what is Tea Tree Oil? There are spray bottles standing around the yoga studio where I go with water mixed with this stuff, and I always spray some on my beloved purple yoga mat after every class, assuming that I’m doing it some good. As it turns out,… Continue reading
How to secure safe school for your child with allergy
For millions of children with allergies and asthma, heading back-to-school with high levels of fall pollens and molds in the air and exposure to potential allergens and viruses in class can really take a toll. In fact, asthma, which can be triggered by allergies and respiratory illnesses, causes a 46 percent increase in emergency room… Continue reading
The Chinese symbols that bring you luck
From Chinese characters and statues of dragons to golden cats and red envelopes, Chinese good luck symbols take many forms. Chinese Characters: A Symbol of Good Luck One of the most popular Chinese symbols of good luck is the pinyin characters for fu which represents good luck or good fortune. An ancient Chinese tradition that… Continue reading
Maybe there is cure for dementia – re-growth of the brain cells show Canadian scientist
A team of scientists from the University of Lethbridge’s Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience (CCNB) has confirmed the first ever successful example of brain cell re-growth in an adult rat. This breakthrough may offer hope for effective treatments for dementia-related diseases and conditions, such as Alzheimer‘s, stroke, substance abuse, and the side effects of some… Continue reading