Health

Are Contact Lenses Favorable When It Comes to Physical Activities?

Summary: Contact lenses are preferred by many when it comes to running and participating in sports. But, are they the right choice? Summer’s right around the corner and the weather’s perfect enough for people to exercise. However, if you wear contact lenses, you might want to be aware of certain limitations, so you don’t end up damaging your lenses or your eyes. Contacts Are Perfect for Exercising In The most common question people ask is …

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Can You Operate a Motor Vehicle in California if You Have Dementia?

Article written by Delta Driving School Operating a motor vehicle in California requires drivers to have a firm understanding of the rules of the road, as well as proper physical and mental abilities. Unfortunately, dementia is a condition that can progressively impair an individual’s ability to drive. Symptoms of dementia include a loss of cognitive functioning, thinking, reasoning, and remembering. Section 103900 of the California Health & Safety Code requires physicians to submit a confidential …

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Top Tips on How to Repurpose Your Old Eyeglasses

Summary: If you are looking to repurpose your old eyeglasses, there are numerous ways you can accomplish this. Here are some tips to help spark some new ideas. If you have been wearing eyeglasses for most of your life, you probably have a couple of old frames lying around in your home. Now, it is entirely possible for your eye doctor to put in new lenses that match your current prescription but if you only …

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How to Decrease Blue Light Damage to Your Eyes

Age-related macular degeneration affects thousands, if not more, people every year, resulting in the use of contact lenses. The chances of developing it may vary from person to person but one area where this disease has been linked to is screen usage. While it may seem less noticeable, the light coming from your smartphone or tablet can be damaging to the eyes. While it might not seem practical to cut out all sources of blue …

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Do Foot Massages Help Reduce Pregnant Swelling?

Summary: Foot massages can offer pregnant women a variety of benefits. In case you were wondering, there is such a thing as pregnancy massage. However, there are limited studies that keep this type of massage from being widely accepted. For example, many spas refuse to perform any type of massage treatment on pregnant women for liability purposes. There is also a misconception that massages during pregnancy can cause complications. However, a massage is completely safe …

Dentistry, Health, Medical

Neuro Muscular Dentistry Facts

Neuromuscular dentistry deals specifically with TMJ, and it has its fair share of critics. The argument against NMD is that jaw position has very little to do with TMD (the disorder that affects those with TMJ). So, what are the facts on NMD, and can it really help those who suffer from TMJ? Causes of TMJ We don’t really know what causes TMj, but we have pinpointed some symptoms and factors. A dentist will measure …

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Benefits of a Breast Reduction

Strangely enough, while most people are trying to give their breasts that sizeable perk, some are actually looking to reduce their overall size. Why? Well, as a matter of fact, there are numerous benefits that could potentially help you health-wise in the long run. Neck and Back Pain Many patients that undergo breast reduction often feel discomfort due to heavy breasts. Now, during consultations, many patients will describe their symptoms as neck and back pain. …

Health, Lifestyle

The “Smoke and Mirrors” Behind the So-Called Miracle Healing of Massage Therapy

Summary: While massage therapy can provide immediate physical relief, there are limitations on what it can do to your well-being. Don’t fall victim to the smoke and mirrors set by these establishments. One of the most common forms of alternative medicine that is more tolerable, and has fewer side effects, than others is what’s known as massage therapy. It has the ability to improve one’s quality of life, stimulate the relaxation of muscles, and it …

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Five benefits of getting regular massages

By Garden Retreat Spa New Yorkers are famous for their weekly or monthly full body massage. NYC has many spas in the city and most spas say that their massage helps to relieve tension and stress. Apart from these facts, massages are said to help the body work at an optimal level that helps people stay physically and mentally well. Here are 5 interesting benefits of massage for your body Fighting fibromyalgia symptoms – This …

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How to get started running

Written by Costbuys Running is one of the most popular ways to stay fit and get exercise. According to a report released recently, as many as 58 million American consider themselves regular runners. As with any physical activity, it is important to start off slowly and gradually increase in order to avoid injuries. Here’s one of the many ways to make running a habit. Have a plan Don’t start out and run as fast as …