Masses of misinformation swirl around the media, writing ADHD off as laziness and lack of discipline. While people with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behavior, or being…
How to Maintain a Healthy Liver
The liver is a really important organ. Your liver processes everything you eat, drink, breathe, and absorb through your skin. It converts nutrients into energy for your body and removes…
6 Signs of ADHD in Preschoolers
All young children get impatient and make impulsive decisions. However, a child with ADHD has a more difficult time learning social cues and exhibits hyperactive, impulsive behaviors noticeably more than…
Gastroparesis 101
Gastroparesis, also called delayed gastric emptying, is a disorder that disrupts digestion. Literally, it translates to “stomach paralysis”. Normally, stomach muscles contract to break up food and move it along…
Fighting ADHD Boredom
Dull moments are an unavoidable part of everyday life. Lines, lectures, and traffic aren’t anybody’s favorite things but they can push someone with ADHD to the boredom breaking point. A…
What to Eat During an Ulcerative Colitis Flare
Research shows that nutrition can’t cause or cure ulcerative colitis. There are no foods that can cause someone to develop ulcerative colitis, and there is no miracle diet that will…
4 Diabetes Myths Busted
Diabetes myths can be harmful, especially for the 11 million of Americans who live with diabetes. False information can be particularly dangerous for the additional millions of people who live…
Stop Drowsy Driving
Not getting enough sleep is a lot more dangerous than you might realize. Sleep deprivation interferes with brain activity, impairing mental and physical alertness, and activating the regions of the…
Over 1/3 Teen Girls Have Depression
A large new study published in Translational Psychiatry found that a staggering 36.1% of girls have been or are depressed by the time they turn 17. The study analyzed data from…
Creating a Sleep Sanctuary
Transform your bedroom into a relaxing oasis. The sights and sounds that surround you can really impact your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep throughout the night. Follow these…
