Tag: Health Awareness
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.
Living your Best Life with Heart Disease
The human heart is an amazing organ, responsible for delivering oxygen and nutrients to the entire body. To accomplish these life-sustaining tasks, the heart must beat effectively and efficiently. Unfortunately, when there are problems with the cardiovascular system, the consequences can be life-threatening. Here is how to live your healthiest if you have heart disease.
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.
How to Create a Healthy Work-Life Balance
We take time off to take care of our physical health, but what about mental health days? According to researchers, people who have a positive work-life balance are more productive at work and experience fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression.
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 are Allergies and Asthma Connected?
There’s a strong link between allergies and asthma. Understanding this connection reveals the importance of managing allergies to help control asthma.
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?
Tips to Optimize Breast Health
Does deodorant with aluminum cause breast cancer? Should you wear a bra at night? Learn these answers and more.