When you have nail polish on your finger or toenails, you may not see changes in your nails that can indicate changes in your health. If you have white spots on toenails after removing polish, what does this mean? There are a few different reasons you may have white spots on nails. Causes of White…
Your skin is one of your most important aesthetic assets. A beautiful complexion helps you look healthier and more attractive, which can boost your confidence. One way to maintain gorgeous, healthy skin may be with facials, but how should you get a facial? What Is a Facial? Facials vary greatly as they are designed to…
Have you ever wondered why do humans have canine teeth? While we certainly are not canines, we do have the pointy teeth that are associated with our canine and mammal counterparts. What are the reasons we have both pointy teeth and flat molars? Many mammals have canine teeth, the longer, pointed “fangs” that you see…
Pickles are a salty, tangy snack that are notoriously craved during pregnancy. When you have certain cravings, like for pickles, it can mean your body wants or needs nutrients in the item you crave. If you wonder, “Why am I craving pickles?” there may be an answer beyond pregnancy. What Is In Pickles? The secret…
When feet point outward it is called out-toeing and often referred to as “duck feet.” This is a common walking stance, especially for children as they are learning to walk. If notice you or your child have duck feet posture, there are ways to remedy this condition to improve walking. Out-toeing is usually caused by…
Intermittent fasting has taken the world of nutrition and fitness by storm. This is a time restriction pattern of eating that limits when you eat- not what you eat. It’s different from other types of nutritional interventions, such as dietary and caloric restrictions. Dietary restriction limits what you can and can’t eat. Caloric restriction means…
Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a serious condition that can lead to a pulmonary embolism and even death. If a blood clot occurs, usually in the lower leg, it can break loose and enter the lungs. The Homan’s sign test is a quick way to identify DVT, which can save a person’s life. DVT…
Sciatica is a not a medical condition but a combination of symptoms that are related to the sciatic nerves in the lower back. If you have these symptoms, you may wonder, is walking good for sciatica? Here are ideas on long-term and immediate relief for sciatic pain. What Is Sciatica? Sciatica is a common spine…
Sunscreen should always be on your skin when you are outside to protect against skin damage and cancer. Your face especially needs sunscreen due to its constant sun exposure, but there is a risk of getting sunscreen in your eyes when you apply it – here’s what to do if you get sunscreen in your…
Silicone patches for wrinkles are not new – they have been around for several years, and silicone has been used for medical treatments for decades. Wrinkles Schminkles® brand is one of the best known brands of silicone patches, but do these products really work to reduce lines and wrinkles? What Are Wrinkles Schminkles Products? The…
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