10 Health and Wellness Trends for 2019 to Keep Your Eyes On
by Carissa Andrews - January 21st, 2019
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3 Key Mental Health Benefits of Ridesharing
by Carissa Andrews - January 7th, 2019
Bing’s disservice to online drug safety
by AEIdeas - December 19th, 2018
19 Most Prescribed Pediatric Medications and What They Do
by Carissa Andrews - December 17th, 2018
Drugs used in pediatric care can have a long delay from the time the medication is originally approved—to the time trials are completed for use with children. An audit done by Boston’s Children’s Hospital found only one-third of mandatory trials on children’s efficacy and usage were completed in a seven-year timespan after a new drug hits the market. This can often leave a gaping hole in treatment areas—or worse yet, leave a doctor or pharmacist left to guess at whether or not it can safely treat kids.
Just Perfect ... Rainy Day Reading by Stephen King and More
by Carissa Andrews - December 2nd, 2018
The weather outside may not be frightful (just yet), but that doesn’t mean it’s super fun to be out in. The transition from fall to winter can leave people in limbo—as they may not be able to continue their summer recreational fun—nor start their typical outdoor winter excursions. As an author myself, my natural inclination is to curl up with a warm blanket, a cup of tea (or coffee, or cocoa!), and immerse myself in a good book.
Is Coffee Killing Your Chance of Being GERD-Free?
by Carissa Andrews - November 19th, 2018
Two years ago, I wrote an article about the effects of caffeine on our gut flora — and whether or not too much coffee is killing off the good bacteria in our gut. It was an interest I had because I’ve always tried to eat in a way that allows my gut flora to work optimally—but I do love my morning coffee.
Winter Is Coming: Tips and Remedies to Keep Sickness at Bay
by Carissa Andrews - November 5th, 2018
Can CBD Balance Your Mental Health and Slash Impotence?
by Carissa Andrews - October 15th, 2018
Erectile dysfunction happens to men of all ages, races, and social stature. In fact, 5% of men over 40 are diagnosed with complete erectile dysfunction (ED)—and by 70 years old, that number jumps to 15%. The causes can range from hormonal imbalances, to diabetes, and even narrow arteries. Mental state is also an important part of the equation, but it’s more complicated than simply “willing the mind.” Clinical depression is a mood dampener, and a whopping 82% of men with ED were found to also suffer from depression.
Teenagers and Marijuana – Risks Every Parent Needs to Know
by Carissa Andrews - October 1st, 2018
Americans’ view on marijuana have certainly changed a lot over the past twenty years. When I was a young twenty-year-old, smoking weed was still considered extremely taboo—at least in my tiny town in central Minnesota. As far as I was aware, it was hard to get a hold of and if you were caught using it, you were labeled a “pot head” for the rest of your school career. However, as the years have gone by, many medical developments have put marijuana in a different light—mostly with a positive spin.
15 Health Symptoms Women Shouldn’t Ignore
by Carissa Andrews - September 24th, 2018
Women are notorious for pushing through pain and discomfort, even when all the signs point to something more serious. Unfortunately, this type of behavior can often cause more problems and even be fatal if left unchecked. Many life-threatening illnesses can come on as smaller, less noticeable symptoms before developing into more serious ones. If these are ignored, the chances of things becoming dire increase exponentially. Here are 15 health symptoms no woman should ignore, and if you’re lucky, they could save your life.
