Kathy Brokar

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• Caring for a Loved One with CF

  When someone that you love has cystic fibrosis, you want more than anything to help them through the difficult times. Simply being there for them is an important first step towards providing them with the support they need. Additionally, you will have to spend a few hours in the day incorporating...

• Low FODMAP Diet: Stages and Foods To Eat

  FODMAPs are naturally found sugar alcohols which are formed by a short chain of carbohydrates. Due to this, their complete absorption does not take place in the small intestine. The acronym is explained by the co-creator Sue Shepard as:...

• How Mismatched Sex Drives Can Impact Your Relationship

  The importance of sex often differs in each individual and each relationship. To some, it is a crucial part of any romantic endeavor. For others, it is not necessary and is more of a nuisance. But what happens when the importance of sex differs between marriage partners?How Important is Sex?Many...

• Ringworm Treatment: Type of Treatment and Natural Home Remedies

  Ringworm is a fungal type of infection, which is caused by the fungal organisms known as dermatophytes. It can affect various parts of the body, especially the skin on the hands, feet, face, and neck. It can also affect the scalp or nails. Initially, it appears as a small dot. Gradually, as the...

• Living with Hemorrhoids

  Hemorrhoids are inflamed veins around the anus or the lower rectum. They are common in both men and women. The symptoms include intense pain while passing stools, itching, and bleeding. In some instances, they may protrude into the anal canal. The exact cause of hemorrhoids is not known. However,...