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Can You Put Peroxide in Your Ear?

 

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When you have dirty, clogged or uncomfortable ears, you want a quick remedy to get relief. Most people have hydrogen peroxide in their home and may wonder if they can use this product for ear problems. Can you put peroxide in your ear? Here is what you need to know. What Does Hydrogen Peroxide Do?…

What Are Bifocal Glasses?

 

Woman presenting a pair of bifocal glasses.

If you need glasses to correct your vision, you are either nearsighted, farsighted or both. For those that have trouble seeing both near and far may require specialized glasses called bifocals. What are bifocal glasses and what are bifocals used for? Let’s take a look at who can benefit from these devices. Simply put, bifocals…

How Does LASIK Work?

 

Woman's eye after LASIK sight correction.

Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, commonly called by its acronym LASIK, is the most commonly performed laser eye surgery. This procedure can fix many vision problems that require wearing glasses or contact lenses; but you may wonder, how does LASIK work? The cornea, which is the dome-shaped clear tissue in the front of the eye, is…

White Spots on Toenails After Removing Polish?

 

Woman removing polish from toenails.

When you have nail polish on your finger or toenails, you may not see changes in your nails that can indicate changes in your health. If you have white spots on toenails after removing polish, what does this mean? There are a few different reasons you may have white spots on nails. Causes of White…

How Often Should You Get a Facial?

 

Face of a cheerful young woman with perfect facial skin.

Your skin is one of your most important aesthetic assets. A beautiful complexion helps you look healthier and more attractive, which can boost your confidence. One way to maintain gorgeous, healthy skin may be with facials, but how should you get a facial? What Is a Facial? Facials vary greatly as they are designed to…

Why Do Humans Have Canine Teeth?

 

Canine teeth in human

Have you ever wondered why do humans have canine teeth? While we certainly are not canines, we do have the pointy teeth that are associated with our canine and mammal counterparts. What are the reasons we have both pointy teeth and flat molars? Many mammals have canine teeth, the longer, pointed “fangs” that you see…

Why Am I Craving Pickles?

 

set of jars with pickles

Pickles are a salty, tangy snack that are notoriously craved during pregnancy. When you have certain cravings, like for pickles, it can mean your body wants or needs nutrients in the item you crave. If you wonder, “Why am I craving pickles?” there may be an answer beyond pregnancy. What Is In Pickles? The secret…

How To Fix Duck Feet

 

Feet of a baby standing in shower tub filled with water.

When feet point outward it is called out-toeing and often referred to as “duck feet.” This is a common walking stance, especially for children as they are learning to walk. If notice you or your child have duck feet posture, there are ways to remedy this condition to improve walking. Out-toeing is usually caused by…

Intermittent Fasting Facts: Potential Benefits, Risks, and Side Effects

 

Intermittent fasting

Intermittent fasting has taken the world of nutrition and fitness by storm. This is a time restriction pattern of eating that limits when you eat- not what you eat. It’s different from other types of nutritional interventions, such as dietary and caloric restrictions. Dietary restriction limits what you can and can’t eat. Caloric restriction means…

Homan’s Sign Test for DVT: What You Need to Know

 

Woman sitting on the sofa and massaging her painful calf.

Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a serious condition that can lead to a pulmonary embolism and even death. If a blood clot occurs, usually in the lower leg, it can break loose and enter the lungs. The Homan’s sign test is a quick way to identify DVT, which can save a person’s life. DVT…