Health Conditions

Do you suffer from migraines? Did you know there are different types of migraines and different conditions that may trigger them? Certain foods, weather, fatigue and stress can set off migraines in susceptible individuals. To complicate matters, a particular trigger might cause a migraine today, but not next week.

Migraines can be triggered by a number of things, including diet, alcohol, swings in sleep, environmental changes, and hormones. Although there is no cure for migraines, treatment is available. Try some simple tips to make healthy choices to a migraine-free lifestyle.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS is a common disorder of the intestines that leads to crampy pain, gasiness, bloating, and changes in bowel habits. Learn more about symptoms of this disorder and common causes and treatments.

For millions of Americans with diabetes, regular home testing of blood glucose levels is critical in controlling their disease. Today's glucose monitors are small, easier to use than early ones, and most are reasonably priced.

Sometimes just reading another's fibromyalgia story can help us to feel that we aren't crazy or that our pain and fatigue is a psychological condition. Also, even those of us who have lived with this condition for years can find support and comfort in the reading of others' stories.

There is no cure, but there is one thing that each one of us can do in order to help our symptoms of pain and fatigue, and that is to exercise. That is, if we don't have any other conditions which prevent us from following an exercise program.

Creative visualization can heighten immune functions, lower blood pressure, speed healing, alleviate depression, reduce perception of pain, lower fatigue, increase relaxation, just to name a few.

Alzheimer's disease is currently the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, and it is estimated that nearly 5 million Americans are currently living with the disease. This explores the epidemic and what the impact of early diagnosis and treatment can have.

In colder climates, wintertime is a part of the year when indoor activities seem to increase while o

If you struggle with anxiety, the upcoming holidays can cause so much stress that it is near impossible to enjoy the time spent with family and friends. To keep your stress level at a minimum, there are a number of coping strategies that can help you regulate your breathing and feel more in control of your emotions.