Those who struggle with addiction often don’t realize there’s a problem until something happens or someone brings it to their attention. Once a person reaches the level of a full-blown addiction, the “decision†to use is no longer their own. Their brain essentially sends mixed signals to the body that this substance or behavior is a requirement, therefore, becoming a “natural†part of a person’s day. So, when a person hits rock bottom, realizes the error of their ways, or hears concerns from those they love, they may feel determined to release the grip addiction has over their
Why Determination Alone Isn’t Enough to Overcome Addiction
by Editorial Team July 20th, 2018 | Common ConditionsDifferent Methods to Ease Lower Back Pain
by Editorial Team December 17th, 2017 | Common ConditionsWhen you suffer from back pain, it can put a damper on every activity you do, whether for work or play. For most people, chronic back pain means seeing a doctor to figure out just how you can manage it. Most doctors will prescribe medications to deal with the pain, but since this won’t necessarily heal the pain, you’ll be on medication for the rest of your life. Other doctors will recommend surgery, and then there are those who recommend alternate methods of dealing with your pain. If you’re dealing with
Foods that Heal – Common Injuries and Ailments and What to Eat to Speed Your Recovery
by Editorial Team August 21st, 2017 | Common Conditions
No one likes to go to the doctor. But when injuries and ailments are left unattended to, often we can make our situation worse by ignoring the pain. Thankfully, there are home remedies and foods we can eat that can put you on the fast route to recovery. Or at least keep an ailment under control until you can pencil in time to see a doctor.
Here's what you should stock up on the next time you're faced with any of these common ailments or injuries.
Whether the result of a hangover, or low air pressure, headaches can range
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Here's what you should stock up on the next time you're faced with any of these common ailments or injuries.
- Headaches.
Whether the result of a hangover, or low air pressure, headaches can range
Understanding Canavan Disease
by Editorial Team December 20th, 2016 | Common Conditions
Canavan disease is a genetic condition passed to a child when both parents carry the gene. We call this an autosomal recessive condition, and it’s most common in a specific in eastern and central European children of Jewish heritage known as Ashkenazi Jews. There has been very little research about Canavan disease in other ethnic groups because it is so rare. Canavan currently affects 1 out of every 6,400-13,500 Ashkenazi Jews.
How does Canavan disease affect the body?
Canavan disease is caused by a mutation in what’s called the ASPA gene. ASPA is responsible for signaling the production of an enzyme
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How does Canavan disease affect the body?
Canavan disease is caused by a mutation in what’s called the ASPA gene. ASPA is responsible for signaling the production of an enzyme
The Most Common Health Conditions in Autumn
by Editorial Team September 22nd, 2016 | Common Conditions
Now that fall is settling in, the days are growing shorter, the temperatures are changing from hot to cool, and the humidity levels are changing, too. As the weather changes, the body needs to boost its immunity as people head indoors and come into close contact with other people who have germs that cause respiratory and stomach viruses. In addition, in autumn, the prevalence of allergies and rheumatic and digestive disorders increases due to the change in weather. Here is some information about preventing and treating the most common disorders that occur in autumn:
Asthma--This chronic
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Asthma--This chronic