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- 7 Amazing Tips for Beating the Post-Rhinoplasty Slump - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2021 from Amelia GrantSome minor aches and pains aside, the first post-rhinoplasty week can be quite hard. With a cast on your nose, and short-term bruising and swelling in cheeks and around eyes, you may feel like hiding indoors is your only option. Below is the list of seven things you can do to make sure you ...
Views: 9 - 5 Teeth Whitening Myths Debunked - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2021 from Amelia GrantTeeth whitening is a perfect way to brighten up dingy teeth. There are various options to choose from including in-office whitening and DIY teeth whitening kits. Regardless of your choice, it's essential to know the facts in advance. Most things that you hear about teeth whitening aren’t true. ...
Views: 20 - 5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Ignore Your Bunions - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2021 from Amelia GrantA bony bump at the base of your big toe medically called hallux valgus and commonly known as a bunion, isn’t just a cosmetic concern. A bunion is a deformity of your metatarsophalangeal joint (MTJ). The MTJ connects the metatarsal (first long bone of the foot) and the phalanx (first long bone of ...
Views: 60 - 7 Things That Can Increase Your Risk of Colon Cancer - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2021 from Amelia GrantWhen you think about your risk of colon cancer it is important to understand that there are things that you can change and things you cannot. You cannot change your age but you can do a lot about your lifestyle. Making changes to your lifestyle can decrease your risk of colon cancer ...
Views: 67 - 5 Ways Dental Implants Can Improve Your Dental Health - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2021 from Amelia GrantIf you’re missing one or more teeth, you’re most likely looking for the replacement option that is most beneficial to your specific situation. Aside from dental bridges and dentures, dental implants are the most perfect dental restoration option for various reasons. If you’re considering ...
Views: 78 - 12 Best Herbs and Vitamins for Hormone Imbalance - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2021 from Amelia GrantIf you suffer from hormonal imbalance you probably want to know what supplements can help you. In order to balance your hormones, you need to take supplements that support the gut, the liver, the nervous system, and the reproductive system. Now, let’s talk about vitamins and their role in ...
Views: 143 - 5 Things You Need to Do at Night to Boost Your Overall Health - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2021 from Amelia GrantYour emotional and physical well-being depends on the state of your overall health. Good health is directly related to a high life expectancy. Sleep is one of the most essential parts of maintaining good overall health that helps your body recover and handle stress, lowers the risk of many ...
Views: 104 - 6 Reasons Why It’s Important To Restore Missing Teeth - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2021 from Amelia GrantMost people consider missing teeth to be not more than a cosmetic problem. However, missing teeth can put your overall dental health at risk, and can negatively affect your lifestyle in different ways and living with a gapped smile due to injury or tooth decay may even make you feel anxious. ...
Views: 137 - 8 Awesome Tips to Find Neck Pain Relief - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2021 from Amelia GrantChronic neck pain can be debilitating. It interferes with normal activity and decreases the quality of your life. For many people suffering from chronic neck pain, treatment options like medications, ice, or heating compresses often fail to provide enough pain relief. But it is crucial to find a ...
Views: 159 - 5 Cool Facts About Cosmetic Dentistry - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2021 from Amelia GrantMost likely, when you think of cosmetic dentistry, you imagine a picture-perfect smile with shiny and beautiful teeth. Though teeth whitening is a very common and productive cosmetic procedure, there’s much more to cosmetic dentistry than that. Did you know that by improving the way your ...
Views: 151 - 7 Awesome Tips on Improving Your Smile - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2020 from Amelia GrantOne of the best options to attain a perfect smile and improve your general appearance is by developing a proper teeth routine. Read this article to learn some of the most important tips on achieving a beautiful smile. 1. Healthy diet Avoiding sugary sweets is possibly one of the more ...
Views: 104 - 5 Awesome Tips to Buy the Best Car - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2020 from Amelia GrantThe process of buying a new car can be hard and long. Dealing with the pushy and annoying salesman can be pretty frustrating. But almost all of us have to face this issue at some point in life. Fortunately, some tips can help you make the car buying process more pleasant and easy. Don’t miss ...
Views: 160 - 7 Weighty Reasons to Hire an Accountant for Your Small Business - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2020 from Amelia GrantRunning a small business always means that you need to do a lot of tasks to save money and earn money. In this regard, most businesses neglect accountants and try to make financial operations alone. But certain tasks are recommended to leave to the professionals. While there are several ...
Views: 109 - 7 Common Causes of Chest Pain - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2020 from Amelia GrantThe most apparent cause of chest pain is heart problems, but they aren’t always to blame. There are many other causes. While some of them are harmful, others aren’t less serious than heart disease. This is crucial to visit an emergency room if you feel discomfort or pain in the chest area. Early ...
Views: 221 - 5 Health Problems Caused by a Sedentary Lifestyle - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2020 from Amelia GrantWith the advantage of modern technologies, a huge number of people switched to sedentary work. This can feel a lot better than spending the whole day on your feet. But, like many pleasant things, motionless pastime on a chair has many negative consequences. 1. Weight gain Movement helps your ...
Views: 289 - 6 Alarming Signs That Your Periods Are Abnormal - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2020 from Amelia GrantMany women all over the world struggle with abnormal periods. Some women can have heavy blood flow while others experience severe cramping. The normal menstrual cycle can range from 21 days to 35 days and the periods usually last from three to seven days. If you have noticed that your periods ...
Views: 149 - 4 Causes of Constant Back Pain on Only One Side - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2020 from Amelia GrantAbout 80% of the people in the U.S. will experience back pain in their lifetime, according to the American Chiropractic Association. The pain on one side of the back doesn’t always mean this pain is related to your spine. The pain can occur suddenly, as a sharp stitch on the left side of your ...
Views: 182 - 14 Mind-Blowing Benefits of Melatonin You Might Not Know - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2020 from Amelia GrantMelatonin is a hormone that naturally occurs in your body. It’s responsible for the regulation of sleep and wakefulness. Melatonin is also called the “sleep hormone”. Melatonin levels increase in your body during the latter part of the day. Melatonin is also found in many plants and protects ...
Views: 172 - 10 Ways Your Body May Be Ruining Itself - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2020 from Amelia GrantThe army of white blood cells in your veins works hard to fight viruses and bacteria. They maintain your health all year round, fighting viral infections. They are your best protectors until they aren’t turning against you. Sometimes, instead of fighting bacteria, these antibodies start ...
Views: 363 - 6 Alarming Signs That Your Periods Are Abnormal - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2020 from Amelia GrantMost women consider periods as an unpleasant time that can interfere with certain plans and activities. However, while mild pain and discomfort during menstruation can be considered normal, you may experience strange and even undesirable symptoms that can make you stain in bed. You should ...
Views: 212 - Everything You Should Know About Endometriosis - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2020 from Amelia GrantEndometriosis is a quite dangerous condition that affects a great number of women. It is considered one of the most common causes of heavy periods. Moreover, advanced endometriosis can lead to infertility. In this article, we gathered everything you should know about endometriosis. What is ...
Views: 232(1 vote) - 8 Ways That Will Help You Support Your Skin Elasticity Naturally - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2020 from Amelia GrantSkin’s elasticity is one of the most important ways to achieve ideal skin complexion. Unfortunately, in your 20s, skin elasticity reduces since elastin and collagen gradually drop. This is due to the fact that the production of collagen declines while its breakdown increases. After menopause, ...
Views: 185 - 5 Commonly Asked Questions About Baby Teeth - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2020 from Amelia GrantParents are often worried when their child has no teeth for a long time. This anxiety doesn’t go away when baby teeth appear. Are there too few teeth or, conversely, too many? We collected the most important questions about the transition from milk teeth to permanent ones, as well as possible ...
Views: 185 - 8 Home Remedies for Severe Menstrual Cramps - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2020 from Amelia GrantDespite the fact that pain during periods is a quite common issue, some women experience unbearable cramps that can’t be eased with OTC painkillers. In this case, it is essential to look for other ways to cope with painful periods. Women with dysmenorrhea (pain during periods)may also ...
Views: 313 - 6 Things You Need to Know Before Sleeve Gastrectomy - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2020 from Amelia GrantSleeve gastrectomy is one of the methods of bariatric surgery. This surgery decreases the size of the stomach. The purpose of the procedure is to limit your intake of food by narrowing the upper gastrointestinal tract. The surgery is performed if conservative treatments are ineffective and your ...
Views: 246(1 vote) - 6 Important Thing You Need to Consider Before Turning Back Your Employees in the Office - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2020 from Amelia GrantThe pandemic changed our lives. While some business owners stop the work process others transfer their employees on remote work. However, authorities gradually remove restrictions associated with the coronavirus pandemic. Thus, many business owners are considering returning their employees to ...
Views: 274 - 5 Terrible Habits That Damage Your Teeth - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2020 from Amelia GrantIt is very important to maintain the health of the oral cavity. Teeth perform crucial functions in our lives. However, there are many people who take care of their teeth and practice good oral hygiene but still experience dental problems. While some of them have certain diseases that affect ...
Views: 227 - How Does Sparkling Water Affect Your Body? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2020 from Amelia GrantMost people drink sparkling water thinking it’s a healthier alternative to soda and a more interesting way to consume water. But did you know sparkling water can actually have negative effects on your health? Some researches are sure that sparkling water can lead to calcium loss in bones, tooth ...
Views: 329 - 5 Finest Tips to Find a Plastic Surgeon You Can Trust - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2020 from Amelia GrantPeople often try to improve their appearance. It can be done through diets, sport, clothes or surgery. The number of women and men who undergo plastic surgery increases every year. More and more people join the aesthetic game every year. To be satisfied with the result you should be extra ...
Views: 265 - 6 Incredible Facts Your Feet Can Tell About Your Health - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2020 from Amelia GrantOne morning you wake up and see that your legs are swollen or red. If this situation is familiar to you, you should know that any changes in feet shape or smell can be caused by a certain underlying disease. That’s why it is important to notice such signs and discuss them with your foot doctor. ...
Views: 393 - 6 Main Things to Know About Rhinoplasty - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2020 from Amelia GrantRhinoplasty is also known as a nose job. This is a procedure, which involves sculpting the shape of your nose internally for breathing. It can be also done for cosmetic purposes in order to change the shape of the nose. The main goal of this process is to achieve a natural look of the nose, ...
Views: 206 - 5 Natural Boosters for Brain Function - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2020 from Amelia GrantThe brain, like any other organ in our body, needs food. Intense brain activity increases energy expenditure. It would seem that you need to eat more sweets but excessively high blood sugar levels are as bad as low sugar levels. Blood sugar spikes don’t help the brain to work efficiently, ...
Views: 283 - Why Do I Feel Pelvic Pain? - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2019 from Amelia GrantPelvic pain is a fairly common occurrence. It can be harmless and quickly pass by itself but sometimes pelvic pain can be dangerous. Call an ambulance immediately if: - You feel severe pain which doesn’t stop - You feel sharp, piercing pain which fades if you lie on your back - Pelvic ...
Views: 333 - 5 Unusual Facts About Pain That Most People Don’t Know - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2019 from Amelia GrantEveryone experiences pain without exception. Someone more often and someone less. The feeling of pain is very individual and the same effect in two people causes a different reaction. Someone faints from a regular injection and someone like the American runner Manteo Mitchell continues running a ...
Views: 332 - Plaque on the Tongue: What It Means and How to Get Rid of It - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2019 from Amelia GrantPlaque on the tongue may be a consequence of certain diseases developing in the human body. This was reported by researchers from the University of Cambridge. According to scientists, plaque is harmless and does not carry any danger, but can increase bad breath and signal diseases of the body. ...
Views: 548 - 4 Questions About Oral Health to Ask Your Dentist - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2019 from Amelia GrantThe health of our teeth and the oral cavity as a whole is a very important factor for overall well-being. But most of us are very afraid of dentists and avoid even consulting them. If you are one of them, then this article will be useful to you. We have collected four questions that you may have ...
Views: 328 - Important Things to Know About the Colposcopy Procedure - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2019 from Amelia GrantColposcopy is a diagnostic procedure that a doctor can perform in order to examine the vagina, vulva, and cervix for growth, cell changes, and inflammation. A colposcope is an illuminated magnifying instrument that is used to reach problematic areas and provide a better view. A colposcopy may be ...
Views: 338 - 7 Reasons Why You Need to Stop Gnawing Ice - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2019 from Amelia GrantConsuming ice may seem harmless, but when it becomes an obsessive habit, you can cause serious injury to yourself. The obsessive chewing of ice is called pagophagia, it is a modification of an eating disorder in which a person wants non-food objects (for example, hair, glue, dirt and so on). ...
Views: 376 - 4 Signs That You Shouldn't Neglect Your Back Pain - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2019 from Amelia GrantIf you spend all day at the computer and lower your shoulders when eating, you are probably familiar with the dull and aching back pain. American Chiropractic Association claims that almost 80 percent of people experience back pain at some point in their lives. And the Centers for Disease ...
Views: 463 - 5 Most Addictive Substances - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2019 from Amelia GrantSome of these substances are very common and even legal all over the world. But all these substances are very dangerous and addictive for people. If you want to find out what these substances are and how they affect your body and brain, you should read this article. Let’s go. 1. ...
Views: 1697 - 7 Consequences of Vitamin D Deficiency Which Everyone Should Know - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2019 from Amelia GrantVitamin D is often associated with the growth of a child. Yes, this vitamin is extremely important for the development of the body and bone strength. But vitamin D is not only important for children but also for adults. It performs many other vital functions. Let’s review what will happen to the ...
Views: 394 - 5 Unexpected Risk Factors for Varicose - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2020 from Amelia GrantVaricose is the abnormal widening of veins on the lower limbs. There are plenty of reasons for its development. High heels that many women love to wear, hormonal issues, uncomfortable work conditions that require sitting or standing for a long time, birth control pills… In many cases, an ...
Views: 396 - 5 Things About Which You Can’t Lie to the Doctor - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2019 from Amelia GrantIn conversations with our mother or doctor, we can embellish some things about our lifestyle. The doctor always asks a bunch of questions, and most of them are unpleasant. In response, sometimes we lie and only make things worse for ourselves. In some cases, patients do not aim to lie to the ...
Views: 936 - What to Do If Your Muscles Hurt After Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2019 from Amelia GrantDuring training with a serious physical load, the muscle fibers are damaged. Microtraumas cause inflammation, which reaches its peak 24–72 hours after the workout, depending on the severity of the damage. In addition, muscle pain results from the accumulation of metabolic products. These ...
Views: 323 - Top 7 Best Foods for Improving Your Smile - by Submitted on May 20, 2019 from Amelia GrantThe health of your teeth and gums can affect the condition of the whole body and we aren’t exaggerating. We advise you to keep them in excellent shape and rationally plan your diet with a high content of calcium. Here are some of the best products that will help you consume more calcium and ...
Views: 302 - Glass Doors In a Home of Your Dreams - by Submitted on May 15, 2019 from Amelia GrantYour home is your fortress, they say. It’s more than a place - it’s your personal space, your comfort zone, and your everything. Of course, when we try to create a home from our dreams, we inevitably make it based on our personality, tastes, and inner vision of comfort. Every little detail in ...
Views: 425 - The Best Diet for Hair Growth: Eggs, Fish and Something Else - by Submitted on May 02, 2019 from Amelia GrantA properly chosen shampoo, a hair mask once a week, refusal to blow-dry and gentle combing are all important components of hair beauty. But in order for the curls to be strong, shiny and grow faster, it is equally important to fill the diet with certain foods. According to the American ...
Views: 387 - 11 Signs of Heart Diseases Which You Shouldn’t Ignore - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2019 from Amelia GrantCardiovascular diseases are the most common cause of death among people throughout the world. The main danger of these diseases is that they may be symptomless. And sometimes it’s hard to indicate any sign of heart diseases. Here is a list of symptoms that may be signs of heart problems: ...
Views: 624 - 3 Ways Your Gynecologist Can Boost Your Sex Life - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2019 from Amelia GrantLow libido, discomfort or pain during sex that prevents you from getting an orgasm, vaginal dryness for no apparent reason: When we experience problems that affect our sex life, you probably turn to Dr. Google or your friends for advice. Sure they may help you, but you’re forgetting the one ...
Views: 707 - Teeth Sensitivity Causes and Treatment Methods - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2019 from Amelia GrantIf your teeth are currently sensitive to cold but you don’t know the cause of this problem, this article will shine some light on your issue. Many people with teeth sensitivity avoid cold drinks because they know it will make their teeth hurt. This condition has a few different possible causes ...
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