Category Archives: General Health

Dear Friends, It’s that time of the year when we reflect on the past twelve months – but also look forward to the New Year. In 2016, I began my journey of sharing with you my insights on health and so far I’ve been having a blast! I have shared stories from my life to ...click here to read more

Memory problems and dementia risk increases in proteinuria (protein in urine) patients. Proteinuria is often indicative of kidney problems, but researchers found that patients with protein in the urine may also be at a higher risk for memory problems. The researchers reviewed all available studies on kidney problems and cognitive impairment. Author Kay Deckers explained, ...click here to read more

A low libido is a common occurrence for both men and women as they age, but growing old doesn’t mean you need to stop enjoying a healthy sex life. Sure, you may have to work at it a little bit more, but sparking your libido in your older age is still very possible. Here are ...click here to read more

Ever noticed that when you consume asparagus your pee has a different odor? Maybe you have noticed it but never thought to yourself why this occurs. Well, science has now unveiled the mystery behind this phenomenon and the answer depends on your genetic makeup. Researchers looked at data from over 6,900 people and found that ...click here to read more

Your muscles may be trying to give you a feedback on your overall health, but the question is, are you listening? As you are getting older, you may have noticed that your muscles are becoming weaker, but even though you aren’t as strong as you once were, that doesn’t mean you’re no longer concerned with ...click here to read more

There are a wide slew of causes that can contribute to bubbles in urine. In some cases, the case is so harmless that it will pass on its own, while in other cases, some medical intervention may be required. Having some bubbles in the urine is normal, so unless you notice changes or experience other ...click here to read more

Vertigo – or benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), the most common type – causes patients to feel dizziness and can sometimes lead to injury due to falls, but can be treated with techniques known as epley maneuver, semont maneuver, and foster maneuver. In vertigo, small crystals of calcium become loose in the inner ear, which ...click here to read more

Bladder dysfunction can be improved with therapeutic intervention on transient contractions in the bladder. The kidneys send waste and excess water to the bladder. Once the bladder reaches its threshold capacity a signal is sent through the central nervous system that it needs to be voided. This is how we know we need to go ...click here to read more

Dear Friends, With the end of 2016 fast approaching, it’s that time of the year when we begin to jot down some New Year’s Resolutions. Come January, most of us would have compiled a list of things we would like to achieve in the New Year. The most common being losing weight and giving up ...click here to read more

Urinary incontinence is a condition characterized by leakage and loss of bladder control. A common condition, urinary incontinence exists in several different types. Understanding which type you have can help you get the appropriate treatment to effectively prevent bladder leaks. Below you will uncover some of these treatment options, along with bladder training guidelines and ...click here to read more

Tiredness, especially chronic, can negatively affect your day-to-day experience. You may have difficulties concentrating, you complete tasks slower, and worse yet, your weariness can affect your ability to drive, increasing your risk of accidents. There are numerous reasons to feel tired, and poor sleep is the most obvious one. But did you know there are ...click here to read more

Dear Friends, As 2016 is coming to a close, it’s that time to start looking forward into 2017 health and wellness trends. Each year, there is always a certain health fad everybody is crazy about all of a sudden. For example, in 2016 we saw a rise in wearable technology, waist trainers, and detox teas ...click here to read more

Overactive bladder is a common complaint among older adults. In this condition, the storage function of the bladder becomes impaired, resulting in a sudden urge to urinate. In some cases, the urge may be so strong that it can result in leaks before you can reach the bathroom – this is known as incontinence. Overactive bladder can ...click here to read more

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a condition in which the individual constantly feels too tired to perform any activity – even activities they enjoy. Worse yet, no amount of sleep or coffee can shake off this constant feeling of being tired. Chronic fatigue syndrome affects roughly 836,000 Americans, and a shocking 84 to 91 percent of them are not ...click here to read more