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During the initial stages of the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S., officials stuck solidly to the recommendation to skip face masks unless you were either sick yourself or caring for someone with the illness. But, that has all changed… Now, not only are cities across the nation beginning to require face coverings in public (and even penalizing those who flout the rules with fines of up to $1,000), the experts…
According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation, more than 25 million Americans now suffer from asthma. That’s 25 million people that have to take more extensive precautions with their health in these unprecedented times. So, what should you be doing now to protect yourself if you have asthma? Well, in addition to the normal recommendation of handwashing, avoiding public places when possible, and wearing a mask when you can’t, the…
If you have celiac disease, there’s only one treatment option — you have to strip every trace of gluten from your life. You have read every label (even items you wouldn’t’ think to check like personal care products). You have to buy a separate toaster that’s only used for gluten-free food. You have to make sure pots, pans, dishware, and utensils are cleaned well enough. And sometimes, even when you…
Believe it or not, there’s much we still don’t know about the COVID-19 virus. But here’s one thing we know for sure: You can transmit this virus to others completely unknowingly, not even aware that you’re infected. Some public health researchers are using the term “silent spreaders” for people who are asymptomatic, not yet ill, or only mildly ill, and are still in contact with others, not knowing that they’re…
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I think that when most of us think of cancer, the two big ones that come to mind are probably lung and breast cancer. After all, these two get a lot of press. However, there’s one type of cancer that isn’t in the spotlight as much — but should be… Liver cancer. Yep, although many people don’t really think about the liver when they worry about a cancer diagnosis, the…
Under the best of circumstances, uncontrolled chronic inflammation is a killer that causes heart disease, diabetes, even Alzheimer’s disease. But right now, controlling chronic inflammation can literally save your life… For people who become infected with the COVID-19 virus, the outcome of overblown inflammation can be death. And time is of the essence. Now, more than ever, it’s important to protect your immune system, strengthen your lungs — and reduce…
Life as a Buddhist monk is not easy. It requires a lot of discipline and self-sacrifice. That’s because most Buddhist monks spend their days serving food to villagers, cleaning and caring for their temple, and meditating. In fact, they meditate quite a lot — several times per day for a couple of hours at a time. Now, if you’ve ever sat down with the intention of doing a 15-minute meditation…
Are you confused about the difference between probiotics and prebiotics, and how each can benefit your health? You’re not alone. We’re going to clear all that up in a moment… But, for now, just know that prebiotics are the focus of recent research, and not for the usual reasons… Though prebiotic fiber is usually associated with digestive health, a new study indicates that prebiotics could promote better sleep, providing a…
The most frightening thing about COVID-19 is that it manifests so mildly in some people and so severely in others. It’s hard to determine who’s going to spend a week on the couch and who’s going to end up in the hospital on a ventilator. Of course, we already know that pre-existing health conditions like high blood pressure, heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease, and diabetes put you more at…