Ankle sprains and strains are among the most common injuries in the U.S. While these injuries often resolve themselves with rest and ice, some ankle injuries cause chronic pain. In fact, 90% of osteoarthritis cases in the ankle occur due to trauma or injury. Since the ankle joint is critical to everyday movement and activities, chronic ankle pain can be […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently published updated information on people who are more likely to become very sick from COVID-19 because they have one or more medical conditions. Included on that list of health conditions–alongside things like cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), type 1 and type 2 diabetes and heart disease–is physical inactivity. The CDC states […]
At this time, it’s not clear how CBD treats anxiety. Research suggests that CBD could affect brain serotonin levels. Serotonin is a hormone that influences how you feel. Mood Sleep Digestion Behavior Research has shown that anxiety can be reduced by increasing levels of serotonin. Antidepressants, for example, can regulate serotonin levels. Some studies have shown that CBD […]
Is there an over-the-counter remedy for toenail fungus? Some people swear by olive leaf extract, thymol, or Vicks vaporub. But what are they? What are the side effects? Are they worth trying? Can Vicks really get rid of toenail fungus? This article aims to answer this question. Thymol You may have heard of the antifungal medication Vicks, but did you […]
It’s no secret that aging has a powerful effect on your skin. The elasticity and firmness of your face begins to diminish as early as the age of 30, with an even greater impact on your mid-30s. By the time you are 40, wrinkles, lines and sagging skin will be more noticeable on your face. Dermal filler treatment is a […]