It is not a secret that skin changes as you get older. The changes are slow and subtle, but over the years the skin becomes thinner, less elastic, creating lines, wrinkles and a sagging appearance. Many of the aging effects are due to reduced collagen in the skin. The body produces less, and the skin…
Did you know your blood contains components that help stimulate healing? When the platelets in your blood are concentrated, they can be introduced to areas that need healing and help with cell rejuvenation. Platelet-rich plasma or PRP is a substance that is extracted from blood that can be used for helping wounds heal and cell…
Staying on top of your health takes initiative on your part. Just scheduling your visits for checkups is not enough; you need to be proactive in your health care, including your reproductive health. When you go to the doctor for preventive care, this is a good time to ask questions. At your next pap smear…
When sexual intercourse is painful or uncomfortable, it can cause intimacy issues in a relationship. While intercourse is only one manifestation of intimacy, it is important in many partnerships for a close relationship. Ignoring the problem can lead to other issues in a marriage or partnership and could jeopardize your health. Finding out how to…
Your forehead tells a story, you just need to read the lines. Years of expressive face movements can create etched lines on your forehead and between your eyebrows, leaving you looking older and perpetually perturbed. If you have forehead horiztonal lines or the “11” between your brows, or a brow that is pressing your eyebrows…
When the liver is damaged due to lifestyle choices or disease, scar tissue can replace healthy tissue. This scar tissue is non-living hard, fibrous tissue that can overtake the liver. When enough scar tissue is present in the liver, it can impact the organ’s function. This is called liver cirrhosis and cannot be reversed. If…
If you have constant stuffiness in your nose or trouble with nasal breathing, you could have nasal polyps. These non-cancerous growths can restrict air flow in the nasal passages and sinuses, causing a variety of symptoms. If nasal polyps begin causing sinus issues or other nasal problems, there are treatment solutions. Here is what you…
The sacroiliac joints or SI joints connect the spine to the pelvis and are important for stabilizing the upper body and absorbing impact on the body. Like any joint in the body, wear and tear on the ligaments and bones can result in friction and inflammation. SI joint pain can be felt in the lower…
Many women are unhappy with the size, shape, perkiness or firmness of their breasts. This body feature changes extensively through a woman’s life – pregnancy, weight gain/loss, breastfeeding and aging can all impact the appearance of your breasts. Cosmetic enhancements to the breast area are common, but not everyone wants larger breasts; some women just…
Do you have aching, swelling, burning, tingling or cramping legs caused by varicose veins? Those blue, purple and reddish veins on the lower legs can also cause heaviness and fatigue in the legs, making it hard to enjoy a busy lifestyle. Varicose and their smaller counterparts, spider veins, can be uncomfortable and quite noticeable –…
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