How to Know When to Get an Eye Exam

How to Know When to Get an Eye Exam

Diet & Fitness / Wellness

I spy with my little eye one regular exam that many people overlook. We’re talking about knowing when to get an eye exam. Regular eye exams are an important part of optometric health.  It’s important to obtain routine eye exams, per the American Optometric Association’s (AOA) guidelines, to evaluate your…

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Superfoods 101

Superfoods 101

Diet & Fitness / Wellness

Over the past two decades, the concept of superfoods has become a natural alternative to traditional medicines used to combat our major health issues: heart disease, cancer and diabetes. Scientific study has determined that through the consumption of these superfoods, people can significantly reduce their risks for developing these conditions….

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5 Warning Signs of a Stroke

5 Warning Signs of a Stroke

Diet & Fitness / Wellness

Two million brain cells die every minute during a stroke, so it goes without saying that time is of the essence. When a person suffers from a stroke, every second counts. According to the National Stroke Association, 795,000 strokes occur every year, and they can happen to anyone at any…

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The Health Benefits of Drinking Wine

The Health Benefits of Drinking Wine

Diet & Fitness / Wellness

The potential benefits to your health associated with wine consumption is a rather long list indeed, and new studies continuously relate a drop in the risk of cancer and heart disease with drinking wine. Even before the first book was written about wine in 1410 by a French doctor, the…

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MUST-READ: Signs You Need Glasses

MUST-READ: Signs You Need Glasses

Diet & Fitness / Wellness

I spy, with my little eye, something blurry…  Whether you’re stubborn or just truly unsure if you need glasses, there are several ways to tell for sure. Your best bet is to check with an optometrist, but we’ve lined up some things to consider to determine if it’s the right…

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Nighttime Heartburn Help

Nighttime Heartburn Help

Diet & Fitness / Wellness

By Juana Cruz Nighttime heartburn can happen, since you are in an inclined position, and gravity can pull your food contents to the esophagus. When this happens, the patient will experience a burning sensation in the chest, throat and mouth. So, for some heartburn help, follow these tips: 1. Eat…

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Assess Your Risk for Osteoporosis

Assess Your Risk for Osteoporosis

Diet & Fitness / Wellness

Osteoporosis is a medical condition characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of the micro-architecture of bones which result in bone fragility and higher susceptibility to fracture. Bone fractures mostly affect vertebrae, wrists, humeri and femura. Vertebral fractures and, with lower incidence fractures of the femoral neck, may occur spontaneously,…

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