Over 75% of adult Americans have difficulty sleeping regularly. Today more than ever we are constantly bombarded with fast-paced work schedules, family stress, and always-accessible technology. When you take into consideration the amount of distractions and aggravations we’re prone to in our daily lives, it’s no wonder why so many people have sleeping problems. A …
Living with allergies is no easy task, and explaining allergies can be just as difficult; especially to kids. Getting sick when exposed to certain pollens or ingesting certain foods can range anywhere from an uncomfortable nuisance to a serious and life-threatening series of reactions. Coughing, sneezing, the development of rashes, itchy eyes, and difficulty breathing …
The final months of the year (and the first few of the next year) bring with them some of the best things. Thanksgiving, Christmas, changing leaves and, depending on where you live, cold weather. While for many, this is a great excuse to get cozy for the holidays, cold nights can prove to be a …
Asthma and Pneumonia are very common in the United States, affecting over 6 million people every year. They both can hinder your breathing, often require lab tests, and can become difficult to live with. However, these illnesses affect the body differently, bringing with them different arrays of symptoms; but can both be effectively treated. Pneumonia, …
Your sleeping position can have a major impact on your sleep quality — as well as your overall health. Poor posture could cause back and neck pain, fatigue, sleep apnea, muscle cramping, impaired circulation, headaches, heartburn, tummy troubles, and even premature wrinkles. Here’s a look at the best to worst sleeping positions. The Best: Back …
When someone is affected by allergies, it is because they are allergic to things such as pet dander, pollen, or dust. However, emotional factors can also affect how severe an allergic reaction can be. Anxiety, for example, can exacerbate allergy symptoms and causes allergic reactions to be more severe. This is particularly the case for …
Though it’s often considered the most inactive part of your day, sleep is arguably the single most important activity for our bodies. It is during this nightly slumber that our brain cells recharge and repair themselves. With the recommended amount of sleep being 8 hours for those aged 19-55, 35% of Americans still describe their …
Enterovirus are small RNA viruses that can cause illnesses such as colds; meningitis; hand, foot and mouth disease; hypoxia; hemorrhagic conjunctivitis; myopericarditis; rashes; herpangina; pleurodynia; and respiratory infections. The virus can make you feel like you have a cold. If severe, it could also make you wheeze or have trouble breathing, especially if you have …
You need sleep as much as you need to breathe and eat. Sleep allows your body to repair your physical and mental health and prepare for another day. In children and adolescents, hormones that promote growth are released during sleep. These hormones help build muscle mass as well as make repairs to damaged cells and …
Nightmares are dreams that trigger strong feelings of fear, terror, distress, or anxiety. They feel more vivid or intense than a bad dream, and nightmares often cause the sleeper to wake up and experience intense feelings upon waking. People who wake up during a nightmare are likely to remember the details of it. 7 Factors …
