January 12, 2018
Diabetes is a disease that happens when your blood glucose or blood sugar levels become too high. You eat food because you are hungry and your body needs energy. Glucose, which comes from the food we eat then goes into our cells and is converted into energy.
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December 26, 2017
We all have that friend who constantly has to pee! It seems like every time you’re out, they need to find a bathroom and that can be somewhat of an annoyance. Unfortunately, there is no perfect outing with someone who constantly has to use the bathroom, especially in the winter. Don’t fret though, your friend could be experiencing a medical condition called urinary incontinence. In the winter months incontinence can be even more challenging!
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November 28, 2017
Did you know that as men age the normal act of urinating can get harder, especially if you have prostate issues. Prostate surgery leaves men extremely vulnerable to leakage when they sneeze, cough or even stand up after sitting.
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November 10, 2017
It's officially the busiest travel time of the year! The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is an exciting time for most people. However, having easy access to a bathroom while in transit is not something you can count on.
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October 26, 2017
We all know having a baby changes us and it's pretty safe to say that our bodies will never be the same again! As your baby grew inside of you, the enlarged uterus put a good amount of pressure on your bladder. The bladder just happens to be located right below your uterus! This is why when you were pregnant you might have experienced some minor leaking. About a third of first time pregnancies result in temporary stress incontinence. Most women return to having full continence after delivery since this is when the tissues from the birth canal heal. But did you know some women will experience incontinence for a year or more after giving birth?
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October 12, 2017
Leigh syndrome is a severe neurological disorder that is usually identified within the first year or so of life. Leigh syndrome can be caused by mutations in one of more than 75 different genes. Sadly, most who are diagnosed with Leigh syndrome will not live more than two to three years. Those with only partial deficiencies have a better prognosis, and may live to be 6 or 7 years of age. Death will usually result from respiratory failure.
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September 28, 2017
Incontinence is more common than you might think. 30% of people over the age of 60 suffer from either urinary incontinence or some form of involuntary urine leakage. It can range from the occasional dribble of urine to full loss and control of the bladder.
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September 08, 2017
Chiropractic care has been known to naturally improve many ailments. Chiropractic care is best known to help with back pain, headaches, neck pain, healthy pregnancies, and blood pressure. But did you know it can help with so many other problems as well? For instance, it can help with bowel regularity, urinary leakage and incontinence!
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August 24, 2017
Does your beloved pup suffer from urinary incontinence? If so, you know firsthand how frustrating it can be to continually clean up those slippery puddles and messes in the corner.
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August 10, 2017
If you suffer from an overactive bladder it means you have trouble storing urine. Symptoms of an overactive bladder will at some point interfere with your daily life. The good news is, it's a common condition and very treatable as well. Behavioral therapies, exercising, foods, teas and herbs are all proven ways to manage urinary symptoms.
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July 28, 2017
Did you know that 9 out of 10 cases of bowel cancer can be successfully treated if caught early enough? For early diagnosis to happen, you must be aware that any persistent changes to your daily routine could be an issue.
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