All posts by LadyLively

  • Health Tip: Understanding Phobias

    A phobia is an anxiety disorder that produces a strong, irrational fear of something that poses little danger, says the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Phobias can range from a fear of highway driving to...

    • Posted July 25, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Chiropractors and Back Pain

    For those with back pain, even daily activities can be uncomfortable. A common treatment option is chiropractic care, says Duke University. A chiropractor typically will use his or her hands to improve joint mobility, relieve muscle tightness...

    • Posted July 25, 2019
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  • Spice Up Your Cooking With Licorice-Scented Herbs

    Love the idea of using more exotic fresh herbs in your cooking, but not sure where to begin? Thai basil and tarragon are two to try. Thai basil and tarragon are richly flavored, leafy green herbs —...

    • Posted July 24, 2019
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  • How to Protect Your Baby From Unsafe Products

    In an average year, close to 70,000 children under age 5 go to the emergency department because of injuries from common nursery items, according to the journal Pediatrics. About 90% of these injuries happen at home, so...

    • Posted July 24, 2019
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  • Traveling Abroad? Make Sure Your Measles Shot Is Up to Date

    Due to waning vaccination levels in some areas, measles outbreaks are back with a vengeance. But many globe-trotting Americans may not realize the problem is worldwide. Therefore, making sure your measles vaccination is up to date is...

    • Posted July 24, 2019
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  • Ex-NFL Player Helps Researchers Probe Long-Term Effects of Head Injuries

    Brian Duncan doesn’t know why his brain still works as well as it does. Duncan, 67, got his bell rung more than once during his life — as a professional football player, an amateur boxer and a...

    • Posted July 24, 2019
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  • Health Highlights: July 24, 2019

    FDA Warns CBD Product Maker About False Claims Facebook, Instagram Cut Alcohol and Tobacco Product Sales and Content Juul's Role in U.S. Youth Vaping Epidemic Focus of Capital Hill Hearing Senate Bill Would Reduce Seniors Drug Costs

    • Posted July 24, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Giving Medicine Safely to Children

    Giving a child the wrong dose or an inappropriate medication can have serious consequences, says MedlinePlus. Drug labels for prescription medicines should have a section on use among children. To safely give medicine to your child, MedlinePlus...

    • Posted July 24, 2019
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  • A Fresh Look at Celery and Celery Root

    Crave more crunch in your meals but want to avoid calories? Don’t overlook low-cal celery. With only 6 calories per cup, celery is a perfect warm weather refresher, helping you stay hydrated, thanks to its high water...

    • Posted July 23, 2019
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  • Pec Moves That Go Beyond Pushups

    If you’re looking for simple yet effective exercises to work chest muscles, put the pec press and pec fly on your list. Both also target the shoulder muscles, and the press works the triceps of the upper...

    • Posted July 23, 2019
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