Through the years of working as a social worker I have been case manager to many different people. I worked for government agencies for 20 years, so this has meant that I work in a variety of areas. I have special training in working with children and families. There have been times when […]
Adults know all too well the importance of having stomach ache remedies to ease discomfort. We all have a favorite trick that we use on days when we don’t feel up to par. When it comes to kids, some of the stomach ache remedies aren’t really helpful. Following are some ideas to […]
Do you suffer from mood swings and crying bouts? Do you want to sleep all day and not leave the house? Have you ever found yourself asking he question, “am I suffering from depression?” If you have reached this point, then you are well on your way to conquering this common mental illness. Depression […]
Medicine has made wonderful advances. There is a negative side however, waiting lists, under-funding and doctors and nurses who are overworked and stressed. There is a growing movement back to a more holistic approach, for both mind and body. Complementary Medicine uses natural remedies and treatments. Far from being new, these […]
The Western world has taken a keen interest in the last two decades in alternative medicine from traditional Chinese practitioners. Health food stores and specialist shops do a brisk trade in various Chinese herbal remedies. These are usually in the form of capsules, tablets, liquids, creams or tea. It is important to check that […]
There is nothing that can ruin your day like cold feet in winter. Until year ago, I had feet always cold and uncomfortable. I never really thought about it too much. I figure that cold hands and feet were just part of the territory. I never really did anything to take care of it. […]
For many, tattoos are a declaration of individuality and freedom. Personal artwork, portraits of lovers, friends and family members are most popular. Written messages, sayings and proverbs have also been styles embraced by many. However, after some time, one may decide he or she no longer wishes to have that memory engraved on their […]
Growing up as the son of a doctor, I was definitely taught to look down on natural remedies. You see, unlike prescription drugs, herbal remedies were not subject to the same level of rigorous testing. My father believed that many of them were actually harmful and that most of the rest of them would […]
If you don’t have seasonal allergies, you probably know someone who does. Allergies typically show up in spring and fall. It’s hard to get out and appreciate fields of spring flowers or blazing colors in the fall. Burning, itchy, red eyes and tightly stuffed or irritatingly runny noses are the norm. Water accumulates in […]
Although getting a cold is not a lot of fun, there is really no sure fire way to prevent getting one. There are things you can do to lower your chances of getting one, but if the virus is in your home, you should almost prepare yourself for it. You can’t prevent a cold […]