A cluster of tiny, uncomfortable blisters called a cold sore is brought on by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Around the globe, up to 90% of people have one or more than one form of HSV. The symptoms are typically the worst the first time you have cold sores. A…
The spleen is a part of the immune system of the human body. The organ, just the size of a fist, plays a vital role in keeping bacteria and infections at bay. It is present in the upper left abdominal area under the 9th to 11th ribs of the ribcage.…
Purple is the color of a pancreatic cancer ribbon and November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. There are many worthy causes in the world, each with its own color and ribbon to help bring awareness to the fight. What is Pancreatic Cancer? Unfortunately, pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest…
Splinter removal might not be a broken bone, but splinters can still be painful! These little slivers of wood, metal, or other materials get up under your skin and make themselves a nuisance. In order to be considered a splinter, the object has to be a smaller piece of a…
It’s important to stay active no matter your age. The human body is meant to move, that’s why we have all of these joints, tendons, muscles and bones. There are tons of benefits to exercising, including increased range of motion, increased energy, lower stress, better sleep and a whole lot…
As the weather becomes cooler and the sun goes down earlier, families turn to comfort food to help make staying in a bit easier. Stress can also lead to craving foods that bring comfort, yet are not good for your health. For more in-depth detail on the list below, visit…
Eggs have been part of diets all around the world for thousands of years. And as science evolves, we’re discovering more and more reasons why these nutritional powerhouses have been such a staple. Eating eggs on a regular and consistent basis can do a lot more good than harm to…
Many of us are proactive in trying to live a healthy life, but this is so much easier said than done. After all, there’s so much information out there to choose from; it can be hard to know whether the steps you’re taking are right, wrong, causing you more harm…
For many, bananas – AKA ‘Nanas’ – are their first solid food as a toddler. The beloved fruit is popular because it’s tasty, healthy, and can be eaten on-the-go. But many people may not know much about the multiple benefits found in banana nutrition. Bananas Are The Most Popular Fruit,…