Family Health
via BlackDoctor: You’ve stocked up on all the items on the school supply list, but have you thought of ways to preserve your child’s posture? Implementing good posture habits with these simple tips will position your kids for a pain-free school year. When you were a kid, you probably remember hearing your teachers or your […]
via BlackDoctor: Many people experience breathing problems in the home and have no idea of what may be the cause. Typically, indoor air is 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air and normal items like furniture, cleaning products, synthetic fragrances, and upholstery can emit toxic chemicals. Don’t worry! You won’t have to quarantine […]
via BlackDoctor: It’s September, so we all know what that means. Doctors are soon about to start urging that you should get the flu vaccine if you haven’t already done so. Given that nearly 1 million people were hospitalized in the United States over the course of the last few flu seasons, getting vaccinated seems […]
via BlackDoctor: Diabetes is a chronic disease that impacts millions of Americans, with the black community being at the highest risk. Research has found that 1 in 3 adults have prediabetes, which is a prolonged state of high blood sugar levels. While prediabetes isn’t quite diabetes, 70% of prediabetics go on to develop diabetes which […]
via BlackDoctor: A new study proves that the old adage “use it or lose it” is definitely true when it comes to fitness. After just two weeks of sedentary behavior, formerly fit people had: A decline in heart and lung health Increased waist circumference Greater body fat and liver fat Higher levels of insulin resistance […]
via BlackDoctor: As a woman over the age of 50, I know first-hand how challenging it can be to maintain fitness. For example, my body doesn’t require the same number of calories as it did when I was younger, but I still need to get enough nutrients. There’s no getting around it, as we age, […]
via BlackDoctor: Diabetes is a chronic disease that impacts millions of Americans, with the black community being at the highest risk. Research has found that 1 in 3 adults have prediabetes, which is a prolonged state of high blood sugar levels. While prediabetes isn’t quite diabetes, 70% of prediabetics go on to develop diabetes which […]
via BlackDoctor: One of the most difficult things about starting a fitness routine is that there are countless exercises, programs, and pieces of equipment to choose from. Whether you’re trying to find the right online program for you or a routine to do one day in the gym, it can be so overwhelming that […]
via BlackDoctor: When your eyes become glazed or shiny, they are usually referred to as glassy. This particular effect is normal and frequently more of an annoyance than a reason to be concerned. On the other hand, glassy eyes may show a more serious ailment. The treatment method for glassy or glazed eyes depends on […]
via BlackDoctor: As the aging population continues to grow, so will the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and worse yet, Blacks will be hit hardest. According to the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2018 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, an estimated 5.2 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease and 1.1 million of them are Black-American. Alzheimer’s disease is currently ranked as […]
via BlackDoctor: For new moms and dads, bringing home a newborn baby is surely an exciting time! It’s also a time that comes with a few preliminary cautions. Make steps to ease your worries by keeping these four safety tips in mind. 1. Beware Of SIDS SIDS, also known as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, is […]
via BlackDoctor: Who doesn’t want a super-fast metabolism that lasts all day? There are tons of great benefits to getting a great workout in the morning, but an evening sweat session is just as effective. There is a common misconception that exercising before going to bed is not good. Yes, vigorous exercises that will tire […]