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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHealth BenefitsFrequencySetting GoalsOther Tips Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Health Benefits Frequency Setting Goals Other Tips Running is a popular form of exercise with multiple health benefits, such as stronger muscles and bones, improved body composition, and prevention of chronic diseases.You don’t need extensive equipment to run and can do it anywhere. Experts consider it a convenient way to meet physical activity goals....

Heel spurs, also calledosteophytes, are bumps of extra bone that grow on yourcalcaneus(heel bone). Heel spurs can be easily diagnosed with an X-ray. Even though one in 10 people have heel spurs, only 5% of people with this condition experience pain. However, heel spurs can develop from other very painful conditions that put pressure on your heel bone, such asplantar fasciitisor arthritis. Exercises for Heel Spurs Exercises won’t make your heel spurs go away, but they can increase flexibility in yourplantar fascia(the connective tissue stretching from your heel to your toes) and strengthen the muscles in your foot to decrease inflammation and pain....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Activities LEGOs Video Gaming Trains Anime Reading Swimming Hiking and Walking Making Things Puzzle Solving Yoga Animal Care Choosing the Activity Play is important for the development and well-being of allautisticchildren at their respectivelevels of functioning. Hobbies and activities help autistic kids to develop skills that are important for learning and communication. Along with building social skills, enjoying activities together can create bonds when you choose the appropriate activity based on your child’s capabilities and interests....

Keto fruits are low-carbohydrate fruits that fit into a ketogenic (keto) diet. In addition to beinglow carb, they are low in sugar. With carbs restricted, it’s important to understand the foods that can be a good choice when following the diet. Low-carb fruits to eat on the keto diet, such as strawberries, offer an array of health benefits while helping you stay focused on the diet plan. It also helps to know which fruits to avoid because they’re not keto-friendly....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAntibioticsBisphosphonatesBlood Pressure MedicationsCertain Diabetes DrugsDigoxinDiureticsPenicilliamineProton Pump InhibitorsThyroid MedicationGabapentinOther Supplements Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Antibiotics Bisphosphonates Blood Pressure Medications Certain Diabetes Drugs Digoxin Diuretics Penicilliamine Proton Pump Inhibitors Thyroid Medication Gabapentin Other Supplements Magnesium is an essential mineral that helps keep your nerves, muscles, and immune system working properly. You can find it infoodslike leafy green vegetables, nuts, and seeds.Magnesiumis also an ingredient in various dietary supplements and medications likeantacidsandlaxatives....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSt. John’s WortOmega-3 Fatty AcidsSAM-eFolate5-HTPSaffronDHEAEat HealthyExerciseTry Light TherapyWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents St. John’s Wort Omega-3 Fatty Acids SAM-e Folate 5-HTP Saffron DHEA Eat Healthy Exercise Try Light Therapy When to See a Healthcare Provider In a given year, an estimated 21 million adults in the United States will have at least one major depressive episode, which is 8....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHand ExercisesAcupunctureHot and Cold TherapySplintingCapsaicin CreamsFish OilVitaminsMeditationPlant-based DietHerbal SupplementsMedical Treatments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hand Exercises Acupuncture Hot and Cold Therapy Splinting Capsaicin Creams Fish Oil Vitamins Meditation Plant-based Diet Herbal Supplements Medical Treatments The two most common forms ofarthritisin the hands areosteoarthritis(OA), also called degenerative arthritis, andrheumatoidarthritis (RA), an inflammatory type of arthritis. OA and RA have many symptoms in common....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStretches for PainStreches for Better PostureNeck-Strengthening ExercisesSafe Neck Stretches Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Stretches for Pain Streches for Better Posture Neck-Strengthening Exercises Safe Neck Stretches Strengthening and stretching exercises can help treat current neck pain orneck stiffness, and prevent it from recurring. They can also improve your posture, taking the strain off your neck. Capuski / Getty Images This article will discuss neck stretches and isometric exercises for neck strengthening for pain, such as the diagonal neck stretch, neck stretches for posture, such as neck rotation, andisometricstretches for neck strengthening....

A mastectomy pillow is specifically designed to help you heal after a mastectomy. It is usually small enough to fit under your arm and thin enough to be placed between your chest and your seat belt when riding in a car. This article will go over 10 different kinds of mastectomy pillows for breast cancer treatment and recovery from surgery. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin Your Breast Cancer Surgery Options Seat Belt Mastectomy Pillow One of the first times you’ll want to use a mastectomy pillow is in the car going home after you have surgery....

Though not every type of hair loss can be stopped, medications, supplements, and products are among many ways to help stop thinning hair and restore volume.Understanding the cause of your condition is important in helping to prevent hair loss. 1. Protect Your Hair Adopting healthy hair habits is one way to prevent hair loss. Experts recommend: 2. Natural Products Though more research is needed, studies show several oils derived fromherbs, seeds, or other natural products are effective for certain types of hair loss....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits10 Self-Care PracticesDos and Don’tsCustom Options Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits 10 Self-Care Practices Dos and Don’ts Custom Options You can practiceself-careat home to manage your psoriasis symptoms and flares. While medical treatment is an important part of managing psoriasis, self-care can be a healthy accompaniment. Self-care for psoriasis includes skin care routines and avoiding triggers but goes beyond those to include a healthy diet, exercise, and practicing relaxation techniques....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsMacro and MicronutrientsServing SizeRaw vs. Cooked Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Macro and Micronutrients Serving Size Raw vs. Cooked Pumpkinseeds (pepitas) have many health benefits. They are high inantioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. These nutrients are great for your heart and immune system and reduce inflammation.One surprising benefit of pumpkin seeds is their effect on fertility. They are believed to promote healthytestosterone levelsand improve sperm quality....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsNutritional ValueDaily IntakeSide Effects Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Nutritional Value Daily Intake Side Effects Date palm fruits or dates (Phoenix dactylifera L.) are part of the palm familyArecaceaeorPalmae. They are among the most historically significant and popular fruits, originating in the Middle East and North Africa and notable appearances in the Holy Quran.Dates are considered healthy because they are packed with nutrients, including fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor plant compounds....