Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Check Vision Report Vision Changes Monitor Blood Sugar Manage Blood Pressure Check Cholesterol Exercise Don’t Smoke Frequently Asked Questions Next in Diabetic Retinopathy Guide Diabetic retinopathyis a common complication of diabetes (includingtype 2 diabetes) that causes vision problems. By controlling your blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol, you can reduce your risk of vision loss due to diabetes. This article will provide eight tips to help keep your eyes healthy when you have type 2 diabetes and prevent diabetic retinopathy....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsChallengesSchool OptionsHow To ChooseTipsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Challenges School Options How To Choose Tips Frequently Asked Questions When it comes to autism and education, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. As with many things concerningautistic kids, the definition of a good educational program depends upon the individual child. Autism spectrum disorder has two core features doctors use to make a diagnosis: social communication differences or difficulties and specific or repetitive interests and behaviors....

Procedures can range from minimally invasivearthroscopic procedures, where instruments are inserted through keyhole-size incisions in your shoulder, to more traditional ​open surgeriesthat involve incisions and sutures. This article discusses shoulder surgery types, reasons for each procedure, and the recovery process. It also covers risks and outcomes. Rotator Cuff RepairsThe most common surgery on the shoulder is arotator cuffrepair. Individuals may need this surgery if they experienced an injury, had a fall, or have inflammation or a tear that isn’t getting any better with non-invasive treatment options....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDo Vitamins Raise Blood Pressure?Vitamins and Supplements to AvoidAre There Supplements That Can Lower Blood Pressure?When to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Do Vitamins Raise Blood Pressure? Vitamins and Supplements to Avoid Are There Supplements That Can Lower Blood Pressure? When to See a Healthcare Provider Some vitamins, like vitamin D and the minerals calcium and magnesium, might actually lower blood pressure....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTop SupplementsOther OptionsWhy You Feel Sick and TiredFood vs. SupplementsWork With a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Top Supplements Other Options Why You Feel Sick and Tired Food vs. Supplements Work With a Provider People with Crohn’s disease are at an increased risk of certain nutrient deficiencies. Factors such as food avoidance,inflammationof the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, and medical treatments can improve nutrient absorption....

Key TakeawaysResearchers have identified eight ways in which environmental exposures can harm health.They say their work emphasizes the importance of strong public health policy regarding pollution and resulting disease risk.Carving out time to spend in natural settings can be good for your wellbeing and mental health. Key Takeaways Researchers have identified eight ways in which environmental exposures can harm health.They say their work emphasizes the importance of strong public health policy regarding pollution and resulting disease risk....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHealth Benefits of MushroomsTypes of MushroomsMushroom NutritionSide Effects and Precautions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Health Benefits of Mushrooms Types of Mushrooms Mushroom Nutrition Side Effects and Precautions Mushrooms can provide a variety of health benefits. They are often added to dishes for their flavor and texture and are a component of several cuisines. Though you may think of them as vegetables, they are technically fungi....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrevention and TreatmentAvoid TriggersIndoor RemediesMedicationsEye Drops & RinsesRinse SinusesNatural RemediesAcupunctureImmunotherapy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Prevention and Treatment Avoid Triggers Indoor Remedies Medications Eye Drops & Rinses Rinse Sinuses Natural Remedies Acupuncture Immunotherapy To get rid of seasonal allergies, you may need to make lifestyle changes and use medication. Also known ashay feveror allergic rhinitis, seasonal allergies result from your body overreacting to environmental stimuli such as tree pollen in the spring....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat to Do and Not DoAftercareWarning Signs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What to Do and Not Do Aftercare Warning Signs Dry socket is relatively rare, occurring in only 0.5% to 5.6% of extractions, usually afterwisdom tooth removal.Dry socketscan be painful since nerve endings and bone are exposed, and they also delay healing from tooth extraction.It’s crucial to take precautions to prevent this uncomfortable condition....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSupportive, Not PushyOffer Favorite FoodsSmall Frequent MealsAvoid Strong OdorsConstipation/NauseaLiquid SupplementsMedication OptionsNatural Remedies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Supportive, Not Pushy Offer Favorite Foods Small Frequent Meals Avoid Strong Odors Constipation/Nausea Liquid Supplements Medication Options Natural Remedies No matter the setting—home,hospicefacility, orpalliative-care center—caregivers often find a loved one’sloss of appetiteand unintended weight loss disturbing. Eric Audras / Getty Images Be Supportive, Not Pushy While people struggling with a serious illness may want to eat, symptoms such as the lack of appetite, gastrointestinal symptoms, andmouth soresmay stand in their way of doing so....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsDisadvantagesWho It’s Good ForHow to Get StartedIn Your Routine Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Disadvantages Who It’s Good For How to Get Started In Your Routine Walking backwards for exercise, also called retro walking, has many research-proven benefits that can help improve flexibility, strength, and brain health. As an exercise drill, retro walking can be part of aphysical therapy rehabilitation program,or you can incorporate walking backwards into your fitness routine....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of Contents8 Poses and TechniquesHow Yoga HelpsRisks and SafetyTips Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents 8 Poses and Techniques How Yoga Helps Risks and Safety Tips Yoga is a complementary therapy that may help reduce the pain associated with endometriosis. Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the uterine lining (endometrium) develops outside the uterus. The condition can cause significant pelvic pain, infertility, and reduced quality of life....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsYoga for Gas ReliefAdditional TipsWhen to Seek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Yoga for Gas Relief Additional Tips When to Seek Medical Care Yoga poses such as child’s pose and spinal twists can help relieve trapped gas and bloating. Trapped gas can make you uncomfortable, causing abdominal pain, bloating, and distention. Yoga poses help because movements that include forward bends, squats, knees to chest, twists, and bridges can help relieve trapped gas....