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Yearly Archives: 2021

Phthalates and parabens — The Truth About Phthalates and Parabens Chemical preservatives and plasticizers are a part of our everyday lives. In fact, there are traces of these toxins in 75 to 90 percent of the products sold in the United States today. Plastic products that you use daily such as household items, cleaning […]

Phthalates and Paraben Toxins

October 18, 2021 in Health tagged chemical toxicity / eliminating toxins / healthy lifestyle / parabens / phthalates / plastic products / plastic toxins / toxic chemicals by Brittany Herring

sundowner's syndrome — While individuals with dementia deal with memory loss, changes in personality, and decreased mental acuity, they may also experience a condition known as sundowner’s syndrome, or ‘sundowning.’ Patients with sundowner’s experience agitation, confusion, and hyperactivity during the nighttime. Although all people with sundowner’s have dementia, not all people with dementia […]

Explaining Sundowner’s Syndrome

October 15, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare / Uncategorized tagged antipsychotics / aromatherapy / dementia / light therapy / Melatonin / sundowner's syndrome / sundowning by Kayla Gonzalez

Synthetic melatonin — What is Melatonin? Melatonin− the sleepy hormone− is a hormone that is produced naturally from the pineal gland inside of our brains. This hormone helps balance circadian rhythms that support a good night’s sleep. Melatonin contains antioxidants, disease-fighting, and stress-relieving properties, and promotes anti-aging. This hormone is normally produced within […]

Improving Sleep With Synthetic Melatonin

October 13, 2021 in Health / life tagged a better nights sleep / better sleep / Melatonin / melatonin hormone / melatonin supplement / sleep schedule / sleepy hormone / synthetic melatonin by Brittany Herring

Mycotoxins can cause various health problems — Mycotoxins could be lurking in your home (or workplace!), waging a silent war on your body and making you chronically ill. But what are these stealthy invaders? Why haven’t we heard about them before? And is it possible to reverse their effects? The Dangers of Mold While most molds are […]

Mycotoxins: How They Impact Our Health

October 11, 2021 in Health / life tagged can mold make you sick / effects of mycotoxins / mold / mycotoxins / mycotoxins in the body by Cali Naughton

Turmeric benefits — A Little Background on Turmeric Many spices all around the world can have healing properties. Once consumed, they can provide numerous– even miraculous— health benefits. Because spices are usually formed from natural herbs, plants, and seeds, there is no question as to why they have been used in so many […]

An Inside Look at Turmeric Benefits

October 9, 2021 in Health / life tagged healthy lifestyle / herbal remedies / herbal supplements / Turmeric / Turmeric benefits / turmeric spice / turmeric supplements by Brittany Herring

Ticks can spread the blood parasite known as Babesia — Parasites in Your Blood? Babesiosis is one diagnosis that will make anyone cringe. A condition caused by a parasite that infiltrates your red blood cells and wreaks havoc on the body? Hard pass. Unfortunately, every year, a couple of thousand people in the U.S. will have to deal with this. […]

Babesia: Blood Parasites

October 7, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged babesia / babesia microti / babesiosis / blood parasite / blood transfusions by Cali Naughton

light therapy — The fall and winter seasons are favored by many, however, for some, the upcoming months are the worst times of the year. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a form of depression that is triggered by the change in seasons. Those with SAD are hit the hardest during fall and […]

Seasonal Affective Disorder and Light Therapy

October 5, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare / Uncategorized tagged artificial light / depression / Fall / light box / light therapy / SAD / Seasonal Affective Disorder / Winter by Kayla Gonzalez

risks of sitting too long — Is Prolonged Sitting Unhealthy? Many of you have probably heard the phrase “sitting is the new smoking.” But what makes sitting comparable to a habit known to cause many diseases, chronic health conditions, and death? The body needs rest, plus sitting is relaxing! Some people can’t relax without sitting. However, […]

Prolonged Sitting: What are the Risks?

October 3, 2021 in Health / life tagged excessive sitting / health benefits / health conditions / health risks / prolonged sitting / sitting / sitting too long / sitting too much / troubles with sitting by Brittany Herring

Exercising while pregnant — Exercising While Pregnant May Benefit Babies Lung Function It’s no secret that exercising daily is an essential part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Having a regular exercise routine brings many benefits to one’s physical health, emotional stability, mental state, and even physical appearance. But how can daily exercise be beneficial […]

Exercise During Pregnancy Shows Improved Infant Lung Function

September 29, 2021 in Health / life tagged daily exercise / exercising while pregnant / healthy pregnancy / infant lung health / infant studies / lung heatlh / newborn health / pregnancy exercise / pregnancy tips by Brittany Herring

Medicaid — Expanding Medicaid Leads to Healthier Communities In January 2014, 26 states within the U.S. elected to expand Medicaid eligibility guidelines. This now gives adults between 19-64 years of age with an annual income equaling up to 138% of the federal poverty line (FPL) the option to apply for Medicaid services. […]

Expanding Medicaid Improves American Health

September 27, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged American health / better healthcare / effects of medicaid expansion / expanding Medicaid / how is medicaid expanding / low income healthcare by Brittany Herring