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This is What You Do When Your Blood Sugar is Too High
By Eric Hamilton | Jul 30, 2020 05:49 PM EDTThere are quite a few methods you can utilize to get it under control quickly and efficiently.
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What are the Legal Consequences of Illicit Drug Use?
By Eric Hamilton | Jul 21, 2020 12:20 PM EDTFor all intents and purposes, the "War on Drugs" ended when nearly every state passed a law for recreational or medical marijuana use. The truth is, however, that law enforcement officers everywhere still actively pursue drug arrests. If you've been arrested for illicit drug use, you need to take the charges seriously. While there may be a valid defense or a program that can get you out of trouble for a first offense, the stigma can haunt you for a lifetime.
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5 Hacks to Save on Your Prescription Meds
By Eric Hamilton | Jul 17, 2020 12:10 AM EDTPrescription medicine can be very expensive! In the U.S, it is estimated that an average person spends about $1200 every year on medication. According to various researches, a significant portion of adults doesn't take medicine as prescribed to reduce cost.
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Do You Suffer From Stiff Muscles After a Workout? Simple Ways to Treat Sore Muscles Post-Workout
By Staff Reporter | May 03, 2020 11:48 PM EDTA change in your workout routine or a grueling session may result in sore and painful muscles the following day. Also, known as Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS), sore muscles are normal if you’ve worked your body more than what’s normal for you. DOMS is usually just an annoying side effect of a new or rigorous exercise regime and usually subsides after 24 to 72 hours. In the meantime, simple measures such as the ones outlined below can help ease the pain and stiffness.
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Is Luxury Drug Treatment Effective?
By Eric Hamilton | Apr 08, 2020 11:44 AM EDTThere are a whole host of approaches to treating drug addiction available today, the effectiveness of which will depend on a range of factors.
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Health and Wellness Professionals You Might Need During the Pandemic
By Staff Reporter | Apr 07, 2020 11:51 PM EDTIf there’s one thing the coronavirus outbreak has taught people, it’s the importance of taking care of your health. While people from varying age groups and health statuses are unexpectedly passing away, it is believed that individuals who are otherwise healthy, have a higher chance of recovering should they contract the virus. Which is why people everywhere are being encouraged to get their health in check. In these uncertain times, now is the best time to prioritize your physical and mental well-being. Should you need assistance in doing so, these are the health and wellness experts you want to call on.
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A 'Cardiac Patch with Bioink' Developed to Repair Heart
By Staff Reporter | Mar 30, 2020 01:31 PM EDTThe heart is the driving force of circulating blood in the body and pumps blood to the entire body by repeating the contraction and relaxation of the heart muscles continuously. Human stem cells are used in the clinical therapies of a dead heart, which happens when a blood vessel is clogged or whole or a part of the heart muscles is damaged.
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New Research Sheds Light on Potentially Negative Effects of Cannabis
By Staff Reporter | Mar 30, 2020 01:13 PM EDTCoughing fits, anxiety and paranoia are three of the most common adverse reactions to cannabis, according to a recent study by Washington State University researchers.
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Treatment Options for Alcoholism
By Eric Hamilton | Mar 17, 2020 12:14 PM EDTIf you or someone you love is drinking too much, you may be concerned that they are an alcoholic. If they are missing important events, and work or if they feel sick when they do not have a drink, you may have a good cause for concern. Fortunately, there are several treatment options for drinking cessation.
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The Psychology of Addiction: What It Takes to Kick a Habit
By Ernest Hamilton | Mar 04, 2020 04:13 PM ESTSociety likes to think of addiction as a personal defect. If you can't quit drinking, smoking, or using, then the problem is yours - not the drugs.
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It's Time to Get Help: 5 Top Signs You Should See a Therapist
By Eric Hamilton | Mar 01, 2020 08:36 AM ESTHave you been struggling with your mental health?
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How to Throw A Divorce Party to Help Your Friend Heal
By Eric Hamilton | Feb 14, 2020 11:36 AM ESTCatharsis, according to the Oxford Dictionary, is defined as "the process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions." When you have a close friend who is going through a breakup or divorce, they may find relief in the form of a divorce party with their nearest and dearest friends after a period of mourning. Get your invitations ready, start working on a playlist for the piñata-bashing event, and prepare to have some good, clean, cathartic fun!
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How to Avoid Relapsing Back to Drug Addiction
By Eric Hamilton | Feb 11, 2020 03:55 PM ESTThe process of recovering from drug addiction is one of the hardest and most painful experiences that one can go through. Recovery involves a lot of change, and there is always the risk of relapse.
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Everything You Need to Know About Medical Food
By Staff Reporter | Feb 18, 2020 01:01 AM ESTMedical food should only be used if it's been prescribed to you. There are cheap alternatives to many of the products mentioned here, but as a general piece of advice, they should be avoided (they may not be classified as GRAS). Finally, it's not an actual cure for anything; instead, it's designed to help alleviate pain or make a disease/condition more manageable to live with.
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Signs Your Diabetes is Getting Worse (And What to do About it)
By Staff Reporter | Jan 25, 2020 05:41 AM ESTDiabetes is a life-altering disease that impacts millions of people around the world. While it is a manageable condition with the right treatment plan, most fail to stick to it causing their health to get worse. Others, unfortunately, have no idea that they have diabetes and continue to live life as they always have. When blood sugar levels aren’t carefully monitored and controlled, however, it can lead to a number of problems such as those listed below:
