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Children by nature are finicky.  And in that case as basic as going bathroom gets tricky. While some of the kids have regular bowel movements, some can go two, or even more days without having any bowel movements. Parents might panic if they see an empty toilet day after day, but we are here to…

Head louse is a common problem, especially for children. Approx. 6 to 12 million children in the U.S. get head lice each year. Young lice are clear, but on feeding human blood they become reddish brown to black. They’re contagious, annoying, and sometimes tough to get rid of. How do you get head lice? Head…

Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) is one of the 8 B vitamins that is required for the proper functioning of nerve tissues, red blood cells, and brain. It also regulates and synthesizes DNA. It also plays an important role in synthesis of fatty acids and facilitates energy by absorbing folic acid from the body. Side effects of…

“Do you know IBS affects between 25 and 45 million people in the United States? About 2 in 3 IBS sufferers are female and about 1 in 3 IBS sufferers are male. IBS affects people of all ages, even children.” Irritable bowel syndrome is a common gut disorder. Symptoms can be quite variable and include…

Irritable Bowl Syndrome People suffering from IBS syndrome may have symptoms including: IBS is a common disorder that mainly affects your large intestine (colon.) The health issues that many people suffer from IBS disorder are abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea, bloating, and constipation etc. It’s a chronic condition that is managed for a long period of…

Eating certain foods can increase risk of heart attacks, diabetes and strokes. So it’s better to change your eating habits before it is too late. Consume a heart healthy diet to get various benefits including – better sugar levels, cholesterol, weight and blood pressure. Keep reading to find out which foods to eat, and which…

Do you know that approx. two-third of American adults are obese or overweight? Losing or maintaining a stable weight can be quite daunting for many people but by adopting healthier eating and exercise habits, you can achieve a healthy weight. Diet, weight loss supplements and gimmicks can sometimes be dangerous. So get healthy weight by…

Calcium is one of the most essential nutrients required by the body for strong and healthy bones. Moreover, your body needs calcium for the proper functioning of heart, nerves, and muscles. Deficiency of calcium in the body can weaken your bones and increase the risk of osteoporosis. Your body also needs vitamin D to absorb…

Protecting yourself from mosquito bites is really important as they’re quite itchy and can spread various diseases like Lyme, Zika Virus, and West Nile, etc. People use insect repellents as they reduce the risk of being bitten by insects and thus reducing the risk of getting a disease carried by mosquitoes or ticks. As various…

Nothing can beat playing outside with friends and family on lazy weekends in the summer! Although, sun light is good for you, too much exposure can result in tanning, skin burn, aging and even cancer. So, protect yourself from harmful ultra violet rays emitted by the sun. Here are some tips to stay safe in…