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Helping A Loved One With An Eating Disorder

It's estimated that as many as 24 million people suffer from eating disorders within the United States. Eating disorders are also considered to have the highest rate of mortality compared to all other mental illnesses. Eating disorders are a serious issue. If you have a loved one who might be suffering from this condition, it's important that you get educated and take action. Types Of Eating Disorders Anorexia Nervosa – Individuals who suffer from this condition are considered to be on a near constant pursuit to be thin. Read More 

Why Should Your Child See A Pediatric Dentist?

Most people know that those twice yearly visits to the dentist are important for your dental health and well being. Children benefit from regular trips to the dentist, but did you know that there are dentists who specialize in the care and treatment of children? Why is that important, and should you consider switching your child's care over to a pediatric dentist? Here's the scoop on kids' dental care: Why is Specializing in Children is Important? Read More 

Tips For Adjusting To Your New Hearing Aid

If you've recently made the decision to get a hearing aid, you've done something positive for yourself that will improve your quality of life. Far too many people have at least some amount of hearing loss but have never done anything about it. While you are no doubt excited to see how your new hearing aid improves your day-to-day life, there can often be an adjustment period for new users of hearing aids. Read More 

How To Get Rid Of An Ingrown Toenail At Home

Treating an ingrown toenail without going to the podiatrist can sometimes be impossible. If you catch the problem early enough, however, then you can treat the ingrown toenail and get rid of the problem without too much pain. Lift the Nail One of the most important things you can do is lift the nail out of your skin and above the nail bed. You do not need to lift the entire nail up, but the side of the nail needs to clear the skin where it has been burrowing under. Read More 

Do You Have Food Allergies? Ways To Find Out

Allergies can be extremely frustrating and annoying at times. They can wreak all kinds of havoc in your body and life. And food allergies are even worse because they can also be quite dangerous and life-threatening, particularly when un-diagnosed. When you begin to think you may have a particular food allergy, whether it be due to headaches after eating, stomach illness, or possibly even facial swelling or anaphylactic shock (an inability to breathe), you will need to get tested for food allergies. Read More