Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity Childhood obesity is a serious medical condition that affects children and adolescents. It's particularly troubling because the extra pounds often start children on the path to health problems that were once considered adult…
Compulsive sexual behavior
Compulsive sexual behavior is sometimes called hypersexuality or sexual addiction. It's an intense focus on sexual fantasies, urges or behaviors that can't be controlled. This causes distress and problems for your health, job, relationships or…
Migraine
What is a migraine? A migraine is a headache that can cause severe throbbing pain or a pulsing sensation, usually on one side of the head. It's often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity…
Top 10 Most Common Health Issues
Physical Activity and Nutrition Overweight and Obesity Tobacco Substance Abuse HIV/AIDS Mental Health Injury and Violence Environmental Quality Immunization Access to Health Care Physical Activity and Nutrition Research indicates that staying physically active can…
Pregnancy Trimesters
The typical pregnancy has three trimesters and lasts around 40 weeks from the first day of a woman's last period. In each trimester, the fetus will meet specific developmental milestones. While 40 weeks is the…
Type 2 diabetes: How do fructose-sweetened drinks affect risk?
A new study shows that sugary drinks that contain fructose raise the risk of type 2 diabetes more than other fructose-containing foods. New research finds that 'nutrient-poor' sweetened drinks have a harmful effect on metabolic…
5 Natural antihistamines for allergies
People with allergies may find relief by using natural plant extracts and foods that act as antihistamines. Antihistamines are substances that block histamine activity in the body. Histamine is a protein that triggers allergy symptoms,…
chicken allergies
People with a chicken allergy may have an allergic reaction after eating chicken meat, or, sometimes, after their skin comes into contact with chicken feathers. While fish and seafood are often the primary sources of…
Home remedies to clean your ears
How to clean your ears Methods to avoid Symptoms of earwax blockage? When to See a doctor? Takeaway tips Earwax is how the body lubricates and protects the ear. People do not usually need to…
13 Habits to avoid during pregnancy
Most women can continue with their everyday activities during pregnancy and only need to make some minor lifestyle changes. The health and well-being of both the woman and the developing fetus are of primary concern…