AAccording to healthfinder.gov, approximately one in three Americans are caregivers. Most caregivers also have other jobs. On average, caregivers spend an average of 24 hours a week caring for a loved one. A caregiver is someone who helps a family member, neighbor or friend who is sick or has a disability. …

I was born at 25-weeks gestation. After suffering from a grade 3 and grade 4 inter-ventricular brain hemorrhage at birth, I later developed hydrocephalus. I was given a VP shunt and have had over 19 brain surgeries. I have severe anxiety as a result but I am slowly learning to …

It can be hard to resist a second helping of dinner or a late night snack even though you know this type of overeating is keeping you from losing weight. You know you need to stop eating too much food, but willpower alone is often not enough. Face it, we’ve …

I have been asked many times about my diet prior to my liver transplant. Having advanced liver disease does limit your food, however, even if you are not in failure — even if you do have liver disease at all, a liver friendly dietimprove your health. There are a few “tweaks” though, …

A little black pepper adds a touch of heat to a dish without overpowering it. Next to salt, it’s one of the most popular food seasonings used by Americans. But have you ever wondered about its health benefits? Is black pepper good for you?

When I was in the third or fourth grade, my elementary school music teacher Mr. Boyd taught my class a catchy little jingle.* I still remember after all these years: You’ve got to accentuate the positive Eliminate the negative Latch on to the affirmative Don’t mess with Mr. In-Between! You’ve …

I struggled with stomach ulcers and pain prior to my intuition pushing me to get more thoroughly checked out. It turns out I have a rare cancer known as a soft tissue sarcoma. Out of the many treatments, surgery has been the most difficult. But I keep going; it’s a mantra …

25 with Endometriosis Endometriosis: the mysterious women’s health disease that affects 1 in 10 women. Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue, similar to the lining of the uterus, grows in other areas of the body. There is no cure, there is no specific known reason of why it develops. …

Are you thinking of trying out a plant-based diet? You’re not alone. Since 2014, veganism in the United States has increased more than 600 percent, a trend that’s also becoming popular worldwide. A vegan is a person who does not eat or use animal products. (A vegetarian allows consumption of …

Getting into shape is one of the most important commitments you can make for your health and your mental well being. When the New Year rolls around many people make the time honored resolution of starting a fitness program. While a few stick with their commitment, most fall by the …