Dana Clark

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• When to See a Doctor About a Sore Throat

  Both children and adults can be affected by sore throats for a variety of reasons. These include bacteria, allergy, viruses and drainage of a runny nose that can lead to throat pain or discomfort.Sore throat is usually a symptom of an underlying condition. To be able to treat a sore throat, the...

• How Long Can Gastroenteritis Last?

  How long can gastroenteritis last?Gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection that causes diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and sometimes back pain. It is caused by germs and bacteria from poorly cooked food and contaminated water. You can also get it from food poisoning. The condition does not warrant...

• Can Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids Help Prevent Periodontitis?

  According to a new study published in the Journal of the American Diabetic Association, food containing polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) may help to prevent gum disease. Periodontitis is the most common type of gum disease in which the gum separates from the teeth, allowing the bacteria to...

• "Weight" for It - Delayed Gratification Supports Long Term Weight Loss

  Snack strategy: postpone the cravingSounds simple enough. Postpone eating the snack you are craving and the craving pass. But does that help lose weight?  If we put off eating the food we are craving, will we experience weight loss? Studies show that those who avoid a snack when they crave for it...

• Why Are My Eyes Yellow and What Do Yellow Eyes Indicate?

  Eyes speak a thousand words. This statement is not just used to describe the beauty of the eyes, but it's even true when it comes to indicating the health of the body. Our eyes can be a clear reflection of how we feel on the inside. White, clear and shiny eyes, as you would see in a baby, indicate...

• Breakthrough in Parkinson's Disease Research Allows Patients to Sleep During Deep Brain Stimulation

  Deep brain stimulation surgery has contributed to an improvement to the quality of life for patients with Parkinson's disease. This brain surgery reduces the patient's symptoms and tremors by inserting electrodes into the brain. The catch? The patient is awake during the 4-6 hour surgery. Under...