Imagine a headache that has you searching the medicine cabinet in hopes of finding some Tylenol, only to discover it expired a year ago, now what? What do expiration dates for over-the-counter and prescription drugs really mean? Medicines have expiry dates so people know when to use them. Drug manufacturers are required to stamp an […]
The short answer is yes. However, many moisturizers come with dubious claims and mysterious ingredients. Because of how saturated the market is, it’s important to go over the basics of how moisturizers work. This can enable one to become a smarter consumer. The main way moisturizers work is by trapping water in the skin. Barring […]
Exercise comes in many forms and varieties, including chair exercises. Chair exercises are excellent for seniors who are frail, at risk of falling, or are wheelchair-bound. Here are a few simple exercises you can do using a sturdy, straight-back chair. The chair shouldn’t have arms, fold, roll, slide or be unsteady. Seated March: Lift […]
Health fraud scams refer to products that claim to prevent, treat, or cure diseases or other health conditions. Many of these scams involve selling drugs, devices, foods, or cosmetics that have not been proven effective. Keep in mind – if it sounds too good to be true, it’s probably a scam. At best, these scams […]
A cataract is a clouding of the eye lens. This can lead to impaired vision. Over 22 million U.S. citizens have cataracts and they become more common as we get older. In fact, over half of all U.S. citizens have cataracts by age 80. It is the most prevalent eye disorder. However, there are some […]
