Many things can increase your chances of developing chronic diseases. Some things you may have no control over — such as genetics — but other things you may have control over — such as not exercising enough. In this blog, Kimberley Shine, MD, of Shine Health and Wellness explains what can increase your chances of
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If you experience digestive distress occasionally, you’re not alone. This happens to most people at times. But if this happens a lot, you may have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). These two digestive conditions are often mistaken for one another or referred to interchangeably, but they’re actually two completely different conditions.
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As the bitter chill of winter sets in, you may find that your skin is begging for hydration. Dry, cracked, rough skin can not only be unappealing, but it can also be very uncomfortable. In some cases, your hands and feet may even crack and bleed during this time of year. Whether your dry skin
When your immune system is healthy, it helps keep your body strong and fights off foreign invaders like viruses and bacteria. However, when your immune system doesn’t work properly, it attacks healthy cells and tissues, leading to severe complications and autoimmune diseases. These disorders may affect any area of your body, and cause significant disability.
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Most people have heard the word “concussion” and correctly associate it with head trauma. However, many people aren’t so sure what exactly happens when you get a concussion or how bad concussions can be. A concussion, medically defined, is a traumatic brain injury (TBI), caused by a bump, blow, or knock to the head. Concussions
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If you’ve ever suffered from seasonal allergies, you know all about all of the unbearable symptoms that you get. Between the sneezing and swelling around your eyes, they can be hard to tolerate without a few lifestyle changes and medications. The key to controlling your allergies is knowing when they’re at their peak. At Shine
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Everyone gets a bit of post-meal discomfort from time to time, but if you get severe discomfort frequently after eating anything with gluten, you may have a condition called celiac disease. Celiac disease causes extreme distress to the digestive system and can result in debilitating pain, not to mention the long-term health complications. In this
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Most women expect to experience hot flashes, night sweats, and even some degree of vaginal dryness as they go through menopause. But they aren’t prepared to find themselves facing a more sluggish metabolism, uncontrolled weight gain, major mood swings, regular sleep disturbances, and relentless fatigue. When menopause symptoms are mild, it’s often possible to take
Believe it or not, your gut health is important to the proper functioning of your entire body. Your gut contains millions of types of bacteria, which are essential to the overall health of not only your gut, but the rest of your body as well. But did you know that eating certain foods can help
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Allergies are very common, affecting many people all over the world. Allergies can affect your daily life, and some of them can be hard to get under control. Whether you’re plagued with constant sniffles and sneezing or covered in a rash, you want relief from your allergies as soon as possible. The first step is
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