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One of the best ways to manage a chronic disease like Addison’s is to know as much as you can about it. Knowledge will empower you to recognize symptoms, help you understand the causes, and find adequate treatment. We’re here to give you the information you need to understand this complex disease.   

Cataracts is a vision condition that affects the lens of the eyes. Protein in the lens builds up making your vision cloudy, blurry, fading colors, increasing your sensitivity to light, and making it difficult to see at night. We look into the most common causes and risk factors for cataracts.

A diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can raise a great deal of questions and uncertainties. As there is currently no cure and the lung disease is progressive in nature, it is helpful to know what to expect over time.

Muscle cramps, which are often referred to as “charley horses,” are something that most everyone has experienced at one time or another. Follow along as we outline 10 possible causes of muscle cramps, as well as ways to prevent them and when to contact a doctor.

Anger is a normal human emotion. It signals that something that is wrong or not working well. When anger festers and grows it can turn into something unhealthy and destructive, called rage. Rage can be caused by both psychological and physiological reasons. It can be a dangerous and devastating condition if left untreated. We look at various types of rage and what can be done about them.

We’re constantly faced with images of the “ideal” body on magazines, often without considering the health implications of achieving a lower weight. The reality is that not everyone is the same body type. Health experts tell us to focus more on feeling good and increasing energy rather than stringently controlling weight. Here are 7 signs you’re weight obsessed.