Lifestyle

Many people don’t know it, but common childhood infections can cause kidney damage and kidney failure.  This is especially true for children.  Two childhood infections to be aware of are 1) strep infections caused by the Streptococcus bacteria, which leads to strep throat and impetigo (a skin infection), and 2) urinary tract infections. These conditions...

Regular physical activity can help lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or "bad," cholesterol, the main source of cholesterol buildup in the arteries and a risk factor for heart disease. It can also raise high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or "good," cholesterol, which helps prevent cholesterol buildup. The surgeon general recommends engaging in at least 150 minutes of moderately...

Green tea is the healthiest beverage on the planet. It is loaded with antioxidants and various substances that are beneficial for health. Many studies have shown that green tea can increase fat burning and help you lose weight. Let me explain how that works… Green Tea Contains Substances That Can Help You Lose Fat Green tea is more than...

We all know that talking about the vagina and sex issues is a taboo in our country, even today. Although over the years, there has been a gradual change in people's mindsets about such subjects, there are still many women who refrain from talking about their feminine hygiene issues. Maintaining vaginal hygiene is very...

Bad breath, also called halitosis, can be embarrassing and in some cases may even cause anxiety. It's no wonder that store shelves are overflowing with gum, mints, mouthwashes and other products designed to fight bad breath. But many of these products are only temporary measures because they don't address the cause of the problem. Certain...