Category: Healthy Living
Can’t Afford Your Medications? Here’s What You Can Do.
Many people take multiple prescription medications, but the cost of these medications can add up. Luckily, there are steps you can take to make your medications more affordable.
Penicillin Allergy? Here Are the Signs to Know
When you were a kid, you may have been told you were allergic to penicillin. For decades, doctors commonly diagnosed allergies to penicillin —and told many people to avoid it. But the reality is that many people told they were allergic to penicillin don’t have an allergy. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 10 percent of Americans have been told they have the allergy, but less than one percent is allergic. How can you tell if you have a true penicillin allergy? You’ll need a test for an accurate diagnosis.
What Is a Healthy Lifestyle?
Congratulations! You want to live a healthy lifestyle. But what does that mean? It’s more than just eating right and getting exercise, although those are two key components. One step at a time, you can bring wellness into your life.
Cooking with Spices for Flavor and Health
Cooking with spices and herbs can make your food both flavorful and healthier. Here are some spices to try in your next meal and how they can benefit your health.
9 Tips on How to Walk Your Dog Safely
Walking your dog is great exercise, and it’s a good way to keep your four-legged best friend healthy and happy. But walking your dog can also have safety risks, especially as you get older.
5 Tips for Healthy Lungs
It is important to take care of your lungs. Breathe deep and dive in to learn five ways you can keep your lungs fit and healthy.
Is Vaping Bad For Kids? Know The Risks
Have you wondered if vaping is bad for your kids? Often advertised as a safe alternative to smoking, health care professionals now recognize vaping as a dangerous trend. False advertising is responsible for a lot of the misinformation around vaping.
How to Eat a Mediterranean Diet
Eating like you’re on a Greek isle or the Amalfi coast in Italy has benefits for your heart health. But what is the Mediterranean diet?
Food Allergies: How They Develop and How to Treat Them
There are many things people can be allergic to, including foods. How do you recognize that you, your baby or your child has a food allergy and what can you do about it?
Tips to Optimize Breast Health
Does deodorant with aluminum cause breast cancer? Should you wear a bra at night? Learn these answers and more.