Prebiotics And Probiotics: A Simple Guide

Prebiotics And Probiotics: A Simple Guide

Unfortunately, not all gut bacteria are created equal. Some are optimal for your health and are the ones we wish to cultivate. Prebiotics and probiotics are two ways you can improve your digestive health....

Can Zinc Cause Alzheimer's Disease?

Can Zinc Cause Alzheimer's Disease?

Zinc has been implicated in Alzheimer's disease in two ways. Some reports suggest that too little zinc is a problem. Others that too much zinc is at fault....

How To Find The Right Mattress For Your Arthritis

How To Find The Right Mattress For Your Arthritis

If you struggle with arthritis, chances are you've been to plenty of mattress stores to find the perfect mattress for a better night's sleep. While you will find plenty of advice on choosing the right mattress when you have arthritis, you probably still have questions....

Managing Dementia With Art Therapy

Managing Dementia With Art Therapy

Art therapy has emerged in recent years as a treatment for Alzheimer's and dementia patients. It is not as effective as medicine, but when used in conjunction with medicine and other therapy such as music and dance, improvements can be realized in these patients lives....

Facts About Fibromyalgia

Facts About Fibromyalgia

It’s been called a medical mystery, a phantom illness, and other names that make it sound less than real. But anyone who suffers from fibromyalgia can tell you that the pain of this disease is all too real....

Ways To Combat Acid Reflux

Ways To Combat Acid Reflux

Almost everyone has suffered from some form of heartburn in their lives. It may have been caused by eating too much, or an upset stomach or even by acid reflux disease. There are also over the counter remedies and even prescription remedies out there, but prescriptions can be very expensive. We examine over the counter remedies and home remedies that have been proven to work....

Symptoms And Treatment Of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Symptoms And Treatment Of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a problem that affects mainly the bowel, or large intestine -- the part of the digestive system that makes and stores stool. The word syndrome means a group of symptoms, and IBS is a syndrome because it can cause several symptoms, such as cramping, bloating and gas....