It’s painful to see an aging loved one lose memories to dementia, but it’s a different kind of pain when you see them lose their grip of reality. As the disease progresses, many patients start to believe things that aren’t true: the police trying to track them down, a stranger in the house wanting to …
Waxing is a tried and tested hair removal method that always works as long as it is done professionally. While the success of a waxing session depends on the therapist’s experience, there is still much you can do to prepare your body for the session. This checklist will ensure that you are in the best …
Brides who turn into bridezillas because of common wedding stresses and jitters are common. Even your most composed friends might lose their cool during the process of wedding planning. After all, it is something that happens once in a lifetime and the desire to have the perfect wedding is in every bride’s agenda. Fortunately, not …
We have seen countless talks about building one’s self-confidence, read numerous blogs about boosting self-esteem, and pep talks about self-assurance. Usually, the bottom line of these resources is that it’s simple and easy to do. However, having confidence does not happen overnight and, more importantly, does not happen by merely tackling the fruits. It takes …
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The thyroid gland, a tiny and butterfly-shaped gland, is part of a complex network of glands called the endocrine system. This group of glands works by coordinating various activities of the body. For one, the thyroid gland is responsible for regulating metabolism, the process that produces and utilizes energy in the body. Many diseases can …
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Planning for your funeral is not something that comes at the top of most people’s minds. However, it is something that is inevitable as we get old. While uncomfortable, funeral planning is something that can never be too early. This is where pre-planning comes. From the burial ground to the headstones you choose in Salt Lake …
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Terminally-ill patients, as well as people who experience end-stage organ failures, need special medical care and stronger emotional support. Now more than ever, your loved one needs you by his or her side to help quell the fear, anxiety, pain, and many other negative emotions associated with a terminal illness. Granted, it’s a tall order …
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In Japan, the standard recommended caloric intake is 20,000 calories per day—but that’s for a sumo wrestler. For the average healthy males, it’s only 2,500 calories. Sumo wrestlers eat as much as 10 times what an ordinary man eats. But sumo wrestlers are athletes—underneath all that flab, there’s a lot of muscles because it takes a lot …
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If you’re suffering from knee arthritis, you’re probably cautious of physical activity to avoid triggering your already painful joints. This is where assistive devices and mobility aids come in. Aside from helping ease knee pain and stiffness, they could also improve mobility and keep you independent for as long as possible. Below are some of …
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Clinical trials are more effective when they involve human volunteers. Scientists and doctors in the field of medicine are always on the lookout for new subjects. The world of medicine is ever-evolving that human guinea pigs are essential to the success (or failure) of drugs, devices and other research studies about the field. Paid clinical …
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