In case you’ve never heard of it, anosmia is the partial or complete loss of sense of smell. It’s caused by a variety of mental and physical health conditions. Anosmia remains a relatively unknown problem, due primarily to a lack of data or studies thoroughly examining the issue. That said, those affected by it know […]
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If you feel a bit sick to your stomach just thinking about the coming November 8th U.S. presidential election, you’re not alone. In fact, not only can you feel a bit anxious about the outcome of any election (and the process leading up to it), there are some bonafide health issues that could be attached […]
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When it comes to surgery, many people automatically want to run for the hills. That’s because surgery often requires lengthy recovery times, and then there’s the whole needles/knife thing. While invasive procedures are performed by (hopefully) qualified surgeons and are generally regarded and safe and effective, there’s another route you can take in many cases—laser […]
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Hi my name is Anna and I’m a fidgeter. I don’t mean to be rude, but if you ever see me in an editorial meeting or even watching a movie with my hubby, I’m constantly typically tapping my toes or bouncing my knees. I don’t know why I have this inner need to move even […]
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It’s one of the last things we do before we go to bed is put on pajamas (or pyjamas, depending on your preferred spelling). There are a lot of good reasons to don your PJs other than the obvious one of covering up (you never know when you’re going to have to leave your home […]
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These days, it seems the word “social” means jumping in front of a smartphone or computer to engage in social media. However, there are benefits to real human contact. In fact, research from the University of Minnesota finds that living in isolation is as bad for your health as smoking or high blood pressure. July is social wellness […]
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