Little teapots with long spouts have become a fixture in many homes to flush out clogged nasal passages and help people breathe easier. Along with other nasal irrigation systems, these devices — commonly called neti pots — use a saline, or saltwater, solution to treat...
If you think that daily soda is only bad for your teeth and waistline, think again. New research out of England finds that a diet high in sugar is linked with high levels of fat in your blood and liver. Researcher Bruce Griffin from England notes that, “Consuming...
Perception is not always reality. When I ask my weight loss clients whether they track their food intake, they often roll their eyes and tell me that it’s too tedious of a task to undertake and they dread having to do it. But when push comes to shove, to be successful...
What Is Family History of Cancer? Your family medical history is a record of diseases and conditions that run in your family, especially among close relatives. You may share similar genes, habits, and environments that can affect your risk for getting certain...
If someone in your family has allergies or asthma, make your home a healthier place by getting rid of the things that can cause allergy symptoms or an asthma attack. What can cause allergy symptoms or an asthma attack? Things that can cause allergy symptoms are called...
What is a skin cancer screening? A skin cancer screening is a visual exam of the skin that can be done by yourself or a health care provider. The screening checks the skin for moles, birthmarks, or other marks that are unusual in color, size, shape, or texture....
Is it true that only people with light skin get skin cancer? No. Anyone can get skin cancer. It’s more common among people with a light (fair) skin tone, but skin cancer can affect anyone. Skin cancer can affect both men and women. Even teenagers and, rarely,...
Starts May 6th! Join our next team step-challenge on Aetna VirginPulse as we gear up and get out to virtually hike some stunning U.S. National Parks. From desert canyons to seaside cliffs, this journey is one for the scrapbooks. During this six-week challenge, we’ll...
Mental health plays a huge role in your overall health and well-being. It affects everything, including how we think, feel and act, and helps determine how we make healthy choices and cope with stress. Because it’s such a crucial component of your health, it’s...
