If you’re prone to headaches or migraines, your pain might have to do with your diet. By understanding the types of foods that help to relieve pain and inflammation, you can be on your way to improved overall health. In the infographic below, we take a look at ginger, mackerel, spinach, yogurt and watermelon. Let […]
Smoking causes lung cancer, and that should be proof enough that quitting is vital to maintaining your health. But, there is another deadly combination –sleep apnea and smoking. If you currently smoke, you can significantly increase your risk of sleep apnea. In fact, smoking might even triple the risk of developing sleep apnea. And that […]
When your head hurts, the first thing you go for might be ibuprofen or tylenol. While this might provide temporary relief, what happens when you still can’t shake the pain? Another option for combating headache pain is with essential oils. Essential oils are highly-concentrated liquids made from the leaves, stems, flowers, bark, roots, or other […]
Sleep apnea isn’t new. It’s actually been observed since ancient times. While a treatment or cause was not clear, people were still aware of this condition. In the late 19th century, the term “Pickwickian syndrome” was created to describe symptoms of sleep apnea. Unfortunately though, the research mainly concentrated on the patient’s obesity rather than […]