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Fire Ants Stung Me!- the Dangers of Fire Ant Sting
Fire ants can stay asleep permanently; however, if their nest is disturbed or if they feel threatened, they can deliver a sting that can be very painful. This insect can survive various conditions, and it has a sting that can get your attention very quickly. Fire ants are considered as “people pest”, since they can [...]
5 Tips to Live Healthy Daily
The number of Americans being diagnosed with heart diseases and obesity are becoming rampant every year. According to the latest data submitted by the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), “More than one-third of adults and almost 17% of youth were obese in 2009–2010”. To make matters worse, health insurance premiums have become very [...]
The Organic Nanny on Childhood Obesity
I am gravely concerned with childhood obesity, which has more than tripled in the past 30 years. Today, about one-third of children in the U.S. are overweight or obese, according to the American Heart Association. However, that is not my only concern when it comes to fake, processed food. The problem with putting all the [...]
Quotes on the Power of Positive Thinking
I have never met a man so ignorant that I couldn’t learn something from him.~Galileo Galilei Heaven is under our feet, as well as over our heads. ~Henry David Thoreau A loving person lives in a loving world. A hostile person lives in a hostile world; everyone you meet is your mirror. ~Ken Keyes, Jr. [...]
Crohn’s Disease in Infants
Crohn’s Disease is a termed used for IBD or inflammatory bowel disease which is sometimes called as enteritis or ileitis. It is a chronic kind of inflammatory disease which affects the gastrointestinal system, which starts anywhere in the person’s mouth towards the anus. The primary organ involved is the small bowels, particularly the small intestine occurring [...]
Wildflowers of North America: Wild Salads
Gathering greens in the wild is perhaps as foolhardy as gathering mushrooms if you aren’t 100% sure of yourself, or helping out an expert. I would never, ever, not in a hundred years, or a thousand, a million even, suggest anyone grab a sack and had out into the woods and help themselves to nature’s salad [...]
Body Piercings Could Cause Potential Problems
Whether it’s a young girl getting her ears pierced or a rebellious teenager piercing something a little less noticeable, a body piercing can often signify a right of passage on the road to becoming an adult. While the risk of infection has always been an issue with body piercings, a recent reexamination of the medical [...]
Government Talks of Raising the Medicare Eligibility Age
Medicare has helped millions of seniors with their medical needs since its creation under President Johnson. Before Medicare was signed in as an amendment to the Social Security Act, only half of the country’s seniors had health care. The lack of coverage put nearly one-third of America’s elderly in poverty, as they often were [...]
Dental Health Tips for Parents: From Teething to Toothbrushing
What am I supposed to do when my baby starts teething? Or, when should I schedule my child’s first pediatric dental appointment? And, how in the world can I make toothbrushing a fun activity for my child? These are just a few of the questions parents may have about their child’s dental [...]
Senior Safety Starts with Good Health
The world is getting older. Never before in history has such a large segment of the population been over the age of 65. While an extension in life expectancy is good news, a longer life does not always equate to a long and active life. Too many senior citizens live for years in poor health [...]
