Your Health

Do you suffer from ingrown toenails? Although ingrown nails can occur on the fingers, it occurs much more commonly on the toes, especially the big toe.  While sometimes it is necessary to see your healthcare provider, such in the case of infection, there are some things you can do at home to prevent and treat an ingrown toenail.    

We have all been told for years that it is vital to drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. What exactly does this mean? Why is hydration status so important to our health, and how does water benefit our body?

Since it is known excess sugar is not good for you, many people now believe this applies to fruit too. This is not true! Fructose is a natural, simple sugar commonly found in fruits. The absence of glucose makes pure fructose fundamentally different from high fructose corn syrup.

So many headlines proclaim a variation of “This one simple trick will change your life,” and this one is no different. The notion of simplifying a task that seems endlessly complex is an enticing thing.

What is a carbohydrate? What are good sources of carbohydrates? What are some good guidelines for portion sizes when it comes to carbs?