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Reviewed By Ray Spotts Allergy season can be a rough time for people who suffer from allergies. While allergies are worse outside, allergens can get inside the home as well and there are many ways this happens. In order to reduce your allergy symptoms, you need to prevent this from happening and here are some tips on how to keep those allergens away from your home.

The practice of giving back to those in need is a great way to become a kinder and more empathetic person. Written By Paisley Hansen / Reviewed By Ray Spotts

Written By Emma Sturgis / Reviewed By Ray SpottsEye surgery has been used as a treatment option since the 1980s. Over the years, the number of patients with eye problems has gone up. However, ophthalmologists are using advanced eye treatment methods to treat conditions like astigmatism, nearsightedness, and farsightedness. Here are four reasons that might lead to having an eye surgery.

Gyms were some of the first businesses to close as governments took measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Now we are seeing a lot of communities starting to relax social distancing guidelines and the reopening of gyms will be a part of this in many places.  Written By Rae Steinbach / Reviewed By Ray Spotts

Let's explore the ins and outs of wearing a mask while exercising. Written By Rae Steinbach / Reviewed By Ray Spotts

Children and adolescents with long-term obesity have increased arterial stiffness by their late teens.

Written By Lisa S. Jones / Reviewed By Ray SpottsFindings from the National Osteoporosis Foundation show that about 54 million Americans have low bone density or osteoporosis. Many of them have no signs or symptoms until they suffer a major bone fracture. Bone diseases can be prevented by simply incorporating enough calcium and vitamin D into your diet, says Kathryn Weatherford, LDN, RD, CNSC, and registered dietitian at BIDMC.

Researchers recently demonstrated that one night of sleep loss has a tissue-specific impact on the regulation of gene expression and metabolism in humans.

Reviewed by Ray Spotts April showers may bring May flowers, but they also prompt the kickoff to spring cleaning season. Approximately 76 percent of homes in the U.S. plan to take part in the annual ritual. While the obvious outcome is a more pristine home, getting rid of old junk and dust can be a cathartic experience that’s also apt to give you a much needed boost to your physical and mental well-being after a long winter. Here are some projects you should consider tackling.

A random trial by the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center scientists shows that magnesium enhances the status of vitamin D, increasing it in people with deficient levels and lowering it in people with high levels.

Reviewed By Ray Spotts   Radishes have a deep and rich history as a very polarizing root. Though it has tremendous benefits when it is consumed, it also has many benefits when it is administered topically and externally. We are so used to attempting to eat the roots and plants that are good for us, we sometimes don't realize they are just as good on the outside of our bodies as they are on the inside. Here's exactly how radish oil is supremely beneficial.

Written By Kunal Patel / Reviewed By Ray SpottsOur feet keep us on the move and if we don’t take care of them now, they’re going to develop foot ailments! Poor choices of footwear are a major reason for musculoskeletal foot problems, ingrown nails, toenail fungus, and smelly feet. Here’s a look at 5 tips to keep your feet healthy during summer.