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I used to tell myself that I would dedicate myself to getting healthy "later," but "later" never came. I ate very unhealthy foods and always told myself I would start eating healthier "tomorrow." I needed to start exercising, but I would tell myself I would join the gym "next month." When I reached a milestone birthday, I realized that I had set so many health goals that had come and gone in the past decade and had to finally get serious about getting healthy. I then began researching health tips online and found quite a few that inspired me to finally start eating healthy and getting into shape. I still have a ways to go, but I am finally now on the way to achieving my goals! I know so many health blogs inspired me, so I decided to create one of my own to share my health tips on!

4 Things to Look for While Examining a Suspicious Mole on Your Skin

24 May 2017
 Categories: Health & Medical , Articles

If you have a mole on your skin that you feel looks different, you may be worried about it being skin cancer. Although different types of cancer can take on different appearances, there are four things in common you can look for while examining a suspicious-looking mole. Shape Of The Mole Looks Odd While looking at the mole, examine its shape. Normally, the edges of a mole are smooth and rounded. Read More …

3 Natural Cold Remedies That Really Work

16 January 2017
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When you're hit with the common cold, there's really not much that you can do except treat the symptoms and hope it passes quickly. There are any number of over-the-counter cold medicines designed to make the symptoms less bothersome, but those medications aren't for everyone. Maybe you dislike the side effects, or maybe you already take medication that could interact badly with over-the-counter cold remedies. Whatever the reason, you're looking for safe, natural cold remedies that actually work. Read More …

5 Things to Do Before Your Tummy Tuck

13 December 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Articles

If you want to get a tummy tuck, you should talk to a qualified surgeon to plan your surgery and make sure you are a good candidate for the procedure. Once you and your surgeon determine that you are a good candidate for a tummy tuck, you may need to wait several weeks or even a couple of months before your procedure can be scheduled. This can be disappointing for some people, but you can take the time to make sure you are fully prepared for your surgery. Read More …

Understanding Your Treatment Options For Glaucoma

8 November 2016
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When you're dealing with a glaucoma diagnosis, it's important that you understand what your treatment options are and what path your doctor is likely to follow. This is important because you need to be able to recognize when one treatment isn't doing what it should or when it's time to look into something new. Here's a look at some of the basics of glaucoma treatment to help you understand the road ahead. Read More …

The 411 On Amblyopia: Understanding And Treating Your Child’s “Lazy Eye”

24 October 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Articles

As a parent, you most likely want your child to be healthy and happy. You may already feed your children a healthy diet and make sure they get plenty of exercise, but they may still develop certain conditions that affect their underlying wellness. While shocking to learn, 2 to 3 out of every 100 children develop amblyopia. Also known as "lazy eye," amblyopia is the most common impairment that affects a child's vision. Read More …

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Setting Health Goals Is Only the First Step

I used to tell myself that I would dedicate myself to getting healthy "later," but "later" never came. I ate very unhealthy foods and always told myself I would start eating healthier "tomorrow." I needed to start exercising, but I would tell myself I would join the gym "next month." When I reached a milestone birthday, I realized that I had set so many health goals that had come and gone in the past decade and had to finally get serious about getting healthy. I then began researching health tips online and found quite a few that inspired me to finally start eating healthy and getting into shape. I still have a ways to go, but I am finally now on the way to achieving my goals! I know so many health blogs inspired me, so I decided to create one of my own to share my health tips on!

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